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RampART Social Centre
Ramparts is a radical squatted social centre in East London.
History
The rampART is a squat project established in a previously derelict building in Rampart Street, East London. It was initiated by a group of artists, community groups and political activists.
About Social Centers
Although more established in countries like Italy and Spain, the concept of these social centres has recently started in the UK, with new centers in Birmingham, Manchester, Nottingham, Bristol, Brighton, Oxford, Leeds and London.
Projects at RampART
Cultural activities and events:
- amateur theatre
- art installations
- acoustic concerts
- film nights every Thursday
- poetry slams
- photo exhibitions
- political discussions and meetings
Skill sharing and workshops;:
- dancing classes
- Samba
- radio
- juggling
- screen printing
- banner making
- tai chi
- bike repair and maintenance sessions
- language lessons
- computer training
Resource exchange and other projects :
Not-for-Profit
These free spaces provide places to socialise, sitting and chatting with friends, neighbours or strangers in a friendly atmosphere - a chance to read a book from the library or browse through the newspapers - drink fair trade tea or coffee -or to eat your own lunch, or eat cheap meals made by volunteers.
These projects are run on an entirely voluntary basis by the people involved. They are not charity workers or social workers.
The projects are trying to encourage co-operation, solidarity and mutual aid. They are not a top-down services or commercial enterprises run for profit - instead they are funded day-to-day by donations given by the users, or raising funds through benefit events such as gigs, cafes or film nights.
It can be used for events, meetings, exhibitions, classes, workshops or whatever, It is possible to book a time, stick up some posters and do it.
One of the goals is to try provide a space for debate and to promote the exchange of views on a wide range of issues, topics and concerns. By trying to bring people together with a broad spectrum of ideas, ideals, lifestyles and beliefs.
It is open to all on the basis of equality for all. However, people who do not believe in such equality regardless of age, sex, race or religion etc. will not be welcome. Drug abuse, drug dealing, or any activity detrimental to other peoples use of the space, or local community, are not acceptable .
It is run by an open collective as an autonomous space and trying to make decisions effecting the project by consensus with regular meetings.
External links
- official website
- Announcement of first opening
- Ramparts at Europen Social Forum
- more social centers
- A samba banda that practices there
- Rampart hacklab
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