Foyle Pride Festival Programme 2018

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Black Rights Womens Rights Reproductive Rights LGBT Rights Migrant Rights One Man , One Vote Jobs not creed We Shall Overcome Civil Rights Environmental Rights www.foylepridefestival.com

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The failure of our decision makers to prioritise the well being of our queer communities means that Pride as a political movement is more important now than ever. While we dance our love and celebrate our resilience, we must also ask “What can we do now together to make this change happen, when others won’t?” We create spaces to share our stories. Talk loudly of our wildest hopes and dreams. Make small gestures and big

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actions that support our most exciting, creative vision for how things could be. To me Foyle Pride holds that vision for the deep transformative change that is possible when we understand that injustice to one is injustice to all. When we know that we are more than who our decision makers tell us we are, that our individual and collective power is ours to reclaim, in unison with others who are diminished. Have an uproarious Foyle Pride. Long may its big heart beat in time with that of the original Pride movement.

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It’s 2018 and the policies and rights we still fight for in the North are way overdue – inclusive sex education and protection for young LGBTQI+ people in schools, better access to health services for trans people, equality in marriage, to name but a few on a long list.

Ruth McCarthy Artistic Director of Outburst Queer Arts Festival

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Éimear Willis

Jim Doherty

Caoimhe Mc Nulty

Sara Ní Chuireáin

Emma Johnston

Becca Bor

Philip Baxendale

Jennifer Clifford

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WHO WE ARE

INTRODUCTION Cormac Callan

Martin McConnellogue

Colleen O’Neill

JOIN OUR BOARD

Meabh O’Neill

Donna McFeely

We’re looking for committed and motivated people to assist the current committee in supporting and delivering Foyle Pride Festival next year and beyond. If you feel you have what it takes then please attend our annual AGM in December to put yourself forward and we’re especially keen to appoint people who have experience in fundraising and finance. We would love to hear from you. Email: eimear@foylepridefestival.com

The Foyle Pride Committee 2018 welcome you all to this our annual (and 25th) anniversary festival. This year we reflect on 25 years of LGBT+ activism in the North West and also pay tribute to the Northern Irish Civil Rights Association that inspired many of those activists. The committee would like to take this opportunity to salute all those who have campaigned in the past, whose bravery and courage has led to what we now know as Foyle Pride. Their dedication to the struggle inspires us to move forward in our demands for full equality.

This years parade, over the route of the original Civil Rights March of October 1968, will be led by Civil Rights activists present on that day including Bernadette McAliskey, Eamon McCann, Dermy McClenaghan, Kitty O’Kane, Michael Farrel and Finbarr O’Dochartaigh together with the present Foyle Pride Committee.

We have an eclectic programme including talks, theatre, film and plenty of partying. Come along and join in. Everyone welcome!

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DAY ONE

MESSAGE FROM MAYOR

(25 YEARS OF FOYLE PRIDE) EXHIBITION LAUNCH

Sat 18th August // 5pm Venue: The Guildhall, Whittaker Suite I look forward to being a part of this year’s Foyle Pride event, and I want to pay tribute to the the organisers who strive both to empower and to raise awareness about issues affecting the LGBT community. I want to encourage everyone to come along and show their support for equality, diversity and freedom during this joyful celebration.

Official launch of Foyle Pride Festival 2018 with the Mayor of Derry and Strabane District Council and special guests. RSVP eimear@ foylepridefestival.com

Sat 18th August // 9pm Venue: Ulster Bank Building, Waterloo Place The exhibition will look at the last twenty five years of LGBTQ+ history in Derry and the North West. Using photographs, video, newspaper, journals other forms of media, it will reflect on a journey that has experienced many struggles and hardships but now finds our community in a much better place even if we are still denied equality of citizenship. It will also reiterate our determination to achieve those outstanding demands. Foyle Pride are delighted that Frankie O’Rielly will launch the exhibition. Frankie has lived in London for more than forty years. Aged sixteen he literally left school, then Derry when it was near impossible to live in a City in turmoil. For those of us who arrived in London after him he was an inspiration – out, proud and confident. He has had a very interesting life and is an important and integral part of contemporary queer history. We hope he will share some of that life history with us on this, his first Foyle Pride.

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The Festival is a celebration of diversity and equality which draws a growing audience of all generations each year. The 2018 programme offers an eclectic mix of political, artistic and cultural events to challenge, stimulate and educate in equal measure – with plenty of fun for all ages.

GAY’S THE WORD

PRIDE LAUNCH & AWARDS

As Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District I am delighted to be associated with the Foyle Pride Festival and to offer my support for what has become one of the city’s most colourful and enjoyable celebrations. On beginning my term as First Citizen, I pledged that I would be a Mayor for all citizens, and that to the best of my ability I would serve with integrity and honesty, regardless of religion, class, colour, sexual orientation, gender or political affiliation. I want to pay tribute to all associated with Foyle Pride who have already been flying the flag for inclusivity and acceptance for many years, often in the face of prejudice and animosity.

EXHIBITION

This exhibition is supported by the Acorn Funds Legacy Programme.

Mayor of Derry and Strabane Councillor John Boyle

Frankie O’Rielly (Left) with Georgie Long and Frankie Sheerin

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DAY TWO

DAY two

BIG GAY BAKE OFF Sun 19th August // 5pm Venue: Hollywell Trust

FOOTBALL v HOMOPHOBIA

SCARLETT’S KARAOKE (WITH A TWIST)

Sun 19th August // 1pm-4pm Venue: Brandywell Stadium

Sun 19th August // 8pm Venue: Derry City Club Crawford Square Adm: FREE

The 5 a side tourtament is open to all genders, skill levels and all communities celebrating diversity and tackling discrimination in sport. Players must be 16+, with no upper age limit. There will be prizes for the winners in each category. For information and registration contact eimear@rainbow-project.org

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Scarletts karaoke (with a twist) began as a Sunday night show at Londons premiere cabaret bar ‘Central Station’. Soon it became an institution with patrons travelling from all over London. Scarlett (lately seen on Ireland’s Got Talent) is a rather peculiar host. She likes to belt out a few gay classics herself but, if in a good mood, might invite you onto her stage. Known for her quick wit and caustic humour Ms Scarlett is sure to make you remember her karaoke with a twist. Twist? Come along and see!

SUNDAY 19Th AUGUST

SUNDAY 19th AUGUST

Get your rolling pins and ice bags ready and create a cake fit for a Queen. Bake at home and bring your cake to the Hollywell Trust and enter into one of the following catergories ‘Under 15 cake or cup cake’ ‘Best decorated cake’ ‘Tastiest cake’. Fantastic prizes for the winners. Free entry for competitors/£5 for tasters.

THEATRE

HUMAN Sun 19th August - Tues 21st August // 8pm Venue: The Playhouse Adm: Opening Night Offer £5 pp A devised piece of theatre about transformation, love, self-labelling and not being put in a ‘box’. It’s our own personal journeys and we should be governing that expedition. Only evolution can change our DNA and cells. From the artistic team that brought you the debut collaboration of ‘The Chemsex Monologues’ Director/ Designer: J.P Conaghan. Movement Director: Eileen McClory. Produced by Derry Playhouse Theatre & Foyle Pride. #HUMAN #FOYLEPRIDE2018 #PLAYHOUSEDERRY #FOYLEPRIDE25

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DAY THREE

DAY THREE

TRAINING

INTRODUCTION TO LGBT-AFFIRMATIVE THERAPIES

HUMAN

Marina is a waitress and aspiring singer. Orlando is 20 years older than her, and owns a printing company. They are in love and planning for the future. After celebrating Marina’s birthday one evening, Orlando falls seriously ill and passes away just after arriving at the hospital. Instead of being able to mourn her lover, suddenly Marina is treated with suspicion. Marina is a trans woman and for most of Orlando’s family, her sexual identity is an aberration, a perversion. So Marina struggles for the right to be herself. Won an Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film.

WORKSHOP

CELEBRATING BI-VERSITY Mon 20th August // 1pm Venue: Unison Hall Adm: FREE

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Mon 20th August // 8pm Venue: The Playhouse Adm: £10 A devised piece of theatre about transformation, love, self-labelling and not being put in a ‘box’. It’s our own personal journeys and we should be governing that expedition. Only evolution can change our DNA and cells. #HUMAN #FOYLEPRIDE2018 #PLAYHOUSEDERRY #FOYLEPRIDE25

Photo: Jim Collins

It’s time to tear down the misconceptions as to what it means to be Bisexual in our modern society. In conjunction with Unison and The Rainbow Project, Foyle Pride 2018 will be hosting a ‘Bisexuality Myth Vs Fact’ workshop and a series of discussions from the Bi community exploring what it means to be Bisexual. We welcome both professionals and members of the community to come join us, to support and learn about what it’s like to be the B in LGBT. Tea/Coffee Provided.

Photo: Jim Collins

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A FANTASTIC WOMAN

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THEATRE

Mon 20th August // 7pm Venue: Nerve Centre, Magazine St Adm: £3

Mon 20th August // 10am-4pm Venue: Foyle LGBT Centre Adm: FREE This 2 Day Training (Mon and Fri) aims to help services providers ensure that their service is accessible to LGBT people and we seek to provide professionals with the understanding, skills and confidence to be able to provide the best support for their LGBT service users. The first day focusses on LGBT awareness where in participants will explore: What is sexual orientation and gender? What are the experiences of LGBT people in Northern Ireland? What are the different forms of homophobia and transphobia? How do we remove barriers to accessing services for LGBT people? This training will be particularly useful for counsellors, therapists, teachers, youth workers or any other person providing therapeutic support for LGBT people and their families. The training programme is funded by the Public Health Agency. Lunch will be provided by The Rainbow Project. If you would like to register for this training programme, please contact gavin@ rainbow- project.org and please identify if you have any access needs or particular dietary requirements.

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DAY FOUR TALK

NETWORK YOUTH

OUT IN THE PAST

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SO I CAN BREATHE THIS AIR Tues 21st August // 2pm Venue: Foyle LGBT Centre Adm: £5 Playwright Shannon Yee and queer theatre company Theatreofpluck present a unique and surprising audio journey of hidden perspectives of what it is like to LGBTQ moving to and living in the North of Ireland. Tickets available at www.rainbowproject.org

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BEACH RATS Tues 21st August // 7pm Venue: Nerve Centre, Magazine St Adm: £3 A directionless teenager living on the outskirts of Brooklyn struggles to escape his miserable home life and navigate questions of self-identity, as he balances his time between his wayward friends, a potential new girlfriend, and older men he meets online. Unfolding over a single lazy summer, this raw spin on the “coming out” drama offers a brutally unreserved look at masculinity and punch-drunk sexual awakening. Winner of a Best Director Award at the 2017 Sundance Film Festival. USA.2017. Director: Eliza Hittman. Cast: Harris Dickinson, Madeline Weinstein, Kate Hodge. Duration: 1hr.38mins. Cert: 15

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Tues 21st August // 7pm Venue: Ulster Bank Building Waterloo Place

THE LESBIAN SUFFRAGETTES Hilary McCollum FOLLOWED BY

LGBT history matters. Our stories from the past help us build our sense of community, culture and identity. Join us for an evening of debate and discussion with Dr. Brian Lacey, author of Terrible Queer Creatures: A History of Homosexuality in Ireland and Hilary McCollum writer and author of Life and Love Lesbian Style. Hilary McCollum will explore the evidence that a number of women leading the campaign for women’s suffrage in Ireland had lesbian relationships and this talk will be followed by a Q&A session. There were no gay organisations or facilities in Derry when Brian Lacey first came here in 1974. He was one of the people who helped set some up - including Carafriend, gay discos at Magee, and the first Pride festival in 1993. He will reflect on those events and some of his personal experiences in Derry during those years.

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An opportunity for young LGBTQ+ aged 14 - 25 to have their say, be connected to decision makers and meet other young LGBTQ+ people from across the North West. Food provided and lots of cool prizes on the day. For more information please contact colleen@outnorthwest.

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Tues 21st August // 2pm -5pm Venue: Nerve Centre, Magazine St

THEATRE

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HUMAN Tues 21st August // 8pm Venue: The Playhouse Adm: £10 A devised piece of theatre about transformation, love, self-labelling and not being put in a ‘box’. It’s our own personal journeys and we should be governing that expedition. Only evolution can change our DNA and cells. #HUMAN #FOYLEPRIDE2018 #PLAYHOUSEDERRY #FOYLEPRIDE25

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DAY FIVE

DAY FIVE LECTURE THE WOUND

OSCAR WILDE AND IRISH REPUBLICANISM by Deaglan O’Donghaile

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TRANS TEA Wed 22nd August // 3.30pm Venue: Foyle LGBT Centre Adm: FREE We would like to invite the Trans and Non- Binary communities and their families to join us for Afternoon Tea. Come enjoy tea cakes and sandwiches while you relax and socialise in a safe, comfortable and friendly space. Contact Éimear on 02871283030 or eimear@rainbow-project.org

THE WOUND (INXEBA) Wed 22nd August // 7pm Venue: Nerve Centre, Magazine St. Adm: £3 In the mountains of the Eastern Cape in South Africa, a boy from the Xhosa community rebels against the circumcision ceremony that signifies the progression to manhood. An elder, Xolani, is sent to assist, but his alterior motive is to rekindle an affair with fellow male guide Vija, which signals mortal danger for all three men. This powerful film has manifold scars of battles between old and new, urban and rural, gay and straight. Won Best First Feature at BFI London Film Festival, and the African-American Film Critics Association Award for Best Foreign Language Film in 2017. South Africa/Germany/Netherlands/ France.2017. Director: John Trengove.

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Deaglan O’Donghaile FHEA Senior Lecturer in English Literature John Moore’s University Liverpool. A committed believer in Walter Pater’s aesthetic ideals, Oscar Wilde also supported the political objectives of Irish republicanism. As a literary figure and public intellectual, he made his views clear from an early stage in his career, declaring in 1882 that ‘with the coming of the English… art in Ireland came to an end, and it has had no existence for over seven hundred years. I am glad it has not, for art cannot live and flourish under a tyrant.’ Addressing the Irish context behind Wilde’s aesthetic practices and beliefs, Dr Ó Donghaile will discuss his radical position on the crises that shook Ireland

WEDNESDAY 22ND AUGUST

WEDNESDAY 22ND AUGUST

Wed 22nd August // 7pm Venue: Ulster Bank Building Waterloo Place

Oscar Wilde and Irish Republicanism by Deaglan O’Donghaile

during the 1880s and 1890s. Explaining how the Land War, the coercion laws and even the Fenian dynamite campaign appeared in his literary works, this talk will reveal how Wilde’s progressive literary and political views were forged by Ireland’s colonial condition at the end of the nineteenth century.

CHICKEN BOX COMEDY Wed 22nd August // 9pm Venue: Bennigans, John Street The Chicken Box Comedy Open Mic is Derry’s newest regular comedy night. The hilariously diverse lineup of acts is moving to Wednesday for Foyle Pride Week! You’re sure to laugh at least 3-4 times, a minute! To take part in or find out more about Chicken Box Special for Foyle Pride contact @chickenboxcomedy on Facebook or email roryms@yahoo.com

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DAY SIX

DAY SIX

DROP IN

TALK

LIFE, LOVE AND LEGAL

THE HOMOPHOBIA OF BRITISH COLONIALISM

Thurs 23rd August // 1pm Venue: Foyle LGBT Centre Adm: FREE

Peter Tatchell

Thurs 23rd August // 7pm Venue: Echo Echo Dance Studio

FILM

GOD’S OWN COUNTRY

Picture Courtesy of Tom Heaney

Thurs 23rd August // 7pm Venue: Nerve Centre Magazine St. Adm: £3

FREE GIG

Johnny works long hours on his family’s remote farm in the North of England. He numbs the daily frustration of his isolated existence with nightly binge-drinking and casual sex. However, when Gheorghe, a handsome young Romanian migrant arrives to work on the farm during lambing season, Johnny finds himself having to deal with emotions he has never felt before. An intense relationship develops that could change Johnny’s life forever. Nominated for a BAFTA. Director: Francis Lee.

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There was a lot of media earlier this summer about the homophobic laws in Commonwealth countries. These countries were being criticised by the British monarchy (and British MPs) for their backward stances. However, nothing was said about the context of these laws, such as the fact that most of these laws were brought to these countries through British colonialism. Therefore, we want to look at examples of LGBTQ+ organisations in Commonwealth countries that are fighting homophobia and the legacy of colonialism. We thought this would be an interesting talk given that we are in N. Ireland - the last place in these islands without marriage equality.

THURSDAY 23RD AUGUST

THURSDAY 23RD AUGUST

An advocacy drop-in providing advice on housing, hate crime, benefits and debt and legal matters for anybody who identifies as LGBT+. PSNI, Housing Executive, Citizens Advice and Ciaran Moynagh (solicitor) will be present to answer any questions or queries and provide information.

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SHH...DIAM! PLUS SUPPORT

Thurs 23rd August // 9pm Venue: Sandino’s Back Bar A queercore band from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Shh…Diam! was formed in 2009, and has played in 11 of Malaysia’s 13 states. They’ve also played in Singapore, Thailand, Germany, Sweden, and Finland. They are the only openly queer band in Malaysia. Think of pre-Californication Red Hot Chilli Peppers and you’ve got their vibe.

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DAY SEVEN TRAINING

INTRODUCTION TO LGBT AFFIRMATIVE THERAPIES Fri 24th August // 10am-4pm Venue: Foyle LGBT Centre Adm: FREE

FRIDAY 24TH AUGUST

Contact gavin@rainbow-project.org and please identify if you have any access needs or particular dietary requirments.

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Fri 24th August // 7pm Venue: Nerve Centre, Magazine Street Adm: FREE Ní neart le chur le chéile | We are stronger together 2018 marks the 25th anniversary of Foyle Pride, 50 years since the civil rights marches, 100 years since women got the vote and 125 since the revival of the Irish language with the establishment of Conradh an Gaeilge. As part of the Bliain an Gaeilge 250 celebrations Foyle Pride will host a Gay-l day in Cultúrlann Uí Chanáin. The day will start with an open workshop and discussion from an Dream Dearg, the grass roots campaigners who brought the struggle for Irish language rights into mainstream media, followed by an open discussion about LGBTQ+ rights and language rights. Tá Foyle pride ag ceiliúradh 25 bliain, tá sé 50 bliana ó mhórshiúl na cearta sibhialta, 100 bliain ó fuair na mban cearta vótála agus 125 den athbheochan na Gaeilge i mbliana. Beidh lá na nGay-l ag Foyle Pride i gCultúrlann Uí Chanáin le ceardlann ón Dream Dearg agus plé oscailte faoi ceart daonna idir cearta an LADT+ agus cearta teanga.

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LET’S TALK, LET’S ACT AGAINST HOMOPHOBIA AND TRANSPHOBIA Fri 24th August // 5pm-7pm Venue: Holywell Trust Adm: FREE What is homo- and transphobia? Homophobia encompasses a range of negative attitudes and feelings toward people who are identified or perceived as being lesbian, gay, bisexual. The same applies for transgender people experiencing transphobia. The PSNI have reported a rise in homophobic and transphobic incidents in recent years and we seem to see more and more LGBT hate crime stories spilling through social media every day. This event aims to question why Homophobia and transphobia exists and what we as young queer individuals can do to challenge it in our daily lives.

TRAINING

OUTSTANDING YOUTH WORK Fri 24th August // 5pm-7pm Venue: Holywell Trust Adm: FREE Outstanding is a resource for all Youth Workers. We offer a training session on how to use it with young people of any sexual orientations or gender identities. Gender and Sexuality are very present in today’s young people’s lives and we want to show you a positive and affirming approach on how to talk openly about these realities.

FRIDAY 24TH AUGUST

The second session of the training will be facilitated by one of The Rainbow Project’s counsellors to explore with participants how best to provide therapeutic support to LGBT clients. The training programme is funded by the Public Health Agency and is free for participants, it will run from 10am4pm and lunch will be provided by The Rainbow Project.

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DAY SEVEN

These two events will run parallel to each other. There will be a shared welcome time at the start with pizza provided. Youth Workers can come with their young people or as individual participants. These events are delivered by regional youth organisation YouthAction Northern Ireland. For further information or to book a place please contact Conall Conall@ youthaction.org or Annette Annette@ youthacion.org alternatively contact on 02890240551

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Fri 24th August // 7pm Venue: Nerve Centre, Magazine Street Adm: £3

Fri 24th August // 7pm Venue: Exhibition Space Ulster Bank Building

Open Tues-Sat 11am-5pm Admission: FREE Void Gallery, Patrick St. www.derryvoid.com

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Set in the late 80s/early 90s, 120 BPM concentrates on the Parisian branch of AIDS activist group ACT UP, who, when not taking their struggles to big pharmaceutical offices and the streets, fight it out among themselves. With seemingly no help on the horizon and no future for those afflicted, it was very much a matter of life and death, and tempers frayed accordingly. “This is pure cinema ~ an enthralling, enveloping experience that seizes you fully, effortlessly mixing politics, sex, life, death and art.” ~ Alex Godfrey, Empire France.2017. Director: Robin Campillo. Cast: Nahuel Pérez Biscayart, Ariel Borenstein. Duration: 2hrs.23mins. Cert: 18. Language: French with English subtitles.

On the fiftieth anniversary of the first Civil Rights March in the North (Coalisland to Dungannon Aug 24th 1968) Foyle Pride present a discussion on the impact of the Civil Rights Movement on the LGBTQ+ community and our campaigns for equality and legislative change. Our panel includes Bernadette McAliskey who was on that first march and would go on to become a pivotal figure in the movement for change. Still actively campaigning on social justice issues Bernadette is joined by Ailbhe Smyth, a prominent figure in the Marriage Equality and Repeal the 8th campaigns in the South, and Eimear Willis, the youngest person to ever Chair Foyle Pride. Former Chair and one of the organisers of the first ever Foyle Pride Parade Sha Gillespie will chair this discussion and everybody is welcome. A panel of great women and many words!

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DAY eight

BIG PRIDE DAY 2

POST-PARADE ENTERTAINMENT

BREAKFAST

Sat 25th August // 11am Venue: Foyle LGBT Centre Adm: FREE Come along to start the day with a breakfast to give you energy before the excitement of the parade. We would like to invite all members of our community and our allies to attend our breakfast. Email: eimear@rainbow-project.org Tel: 02871283030

Sat 25th August // 3pm Venue: Guildhall Square Hang out in the Guildhall Square after the Parade for entertainment and fun for the whole family. Musical guests include Irish singer/ song writer Patrick Thomas McDonagh, originally from Derry now based in Manchester, Hitmen and Her and the fabulous Encore Choir.

Sat 25th August // 2pm Venue: Waterside Railway Station Following the route of the historic Civil Rights March of October 1968, the parade will make its way over Craigavon Bridge and through the historic Walled City ending up in the beautiful Guildhall Square where an afternoon of fun and frolics will commence. Wear your brightest colours and bring your drums and whistles and make yourself heard. Happy Foyle Pride!

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FOYLE PRIDE ANNUAL PARADE OFFICIAL AFTER PARADE PARTY - SANDINOS Sat 25th August // 3pm Venue: Sandinos, Water Street Adm. FREE BBQ & Music all day long! Come for your post parade fill. Vegetarian option will be available.

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Foyle Centre WHAT WE DO

COUNSELLING

SOCIAL DROP IN TIMES

SUMMER PROGRAMME 12PM - 2PM

MONDAY

TESTING

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PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

GROUPS

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Drop-in Gardening Group 12-2pm 11-2pm Transderry LGBT mens group APPOINTMENT 2-4pm (bi-weekly) TUES (bi-weekly) 7-9pm ONLY Thursday Socials LGBT womens group TBC - contact for info 7-9pm (bi-weekly)

tuesday

WEDS

Appointment only

friday 12PM - 4PM Appointment only saturday

wednesday YOUTH PROGRAMMES

1 TO 1 SUPPORT

Walking group THURS12-2pm Meeting @ Foyle LGBT Centre Drop-in 2-4pm

Creative Writing 2-4pm (bi-weekly)

12PM - 2PM

CLOSED FRIDAYS

028 7128 3030

TICKETS £10

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Celebrating 25 years of Pride we salute those who inspired us, remember absent friends and comrades, and renew our committment to achieving eqaulity of citizenship in the North of Ireland. Dress for the camera and dance the night away. Lets end our 25th anniversay with a bang. For further information regarding table bookings, reservations and anything else please email: info@foylepridefestival.com or jimfelixdoc@hotmail.com

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The Pink Mile Bars & Cafés

DAY THREE

Foyle Pride welcomes you to the Pink Mile our list of bars and Cafés that we highly recommend as safe welcoming and fun spaces for Pride regulars and visitors to the city.

1. Bennigan’s Bar, John Street 2. Sandinos, Water Street 3. Pickled Duck, Guildhall Square 4. Tap House, Custom House St 5. Brickwork 6. The Sandwich Company, Bishop St 7. Cow Bog, Waterloo St 8. Paedar O’Donnell’s, Waterloo St 9. Central Bar, Strand Road 10. Coffee Tree, Strand Rd 11. Derry City Club, Crawford Square

SDLP proudly supporting Foyle Pride 2018

Alliance has continually stood up for LGBTQ rights, signalling that homophobia and transphobia is never acceptable. Without equality for all we will never secure a truly shared society.

Tel. 028 71 360700 www.sdlp.ie

Wishing everyone taking part a fantastic Foyle Pride

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