Richard Bell's Embassy: Spatial Politics

11 Jun 2023 11am-5pm

Overview

Join us for the fourth weekend of Richard Bell’s Embassy

Housed in a tent surrounded by protest signs, Embassy is a space for activism and dialogue in support of Aboriginal land rights in Australia.

Embassy is activated through a series of public events with Richard Bell in conversation with guest speakers and public participations. This day looks at the spatial politics of gentrification and urban development, and invites contributions from Latin Elephant, Livesey Exchange by PemPeople, and Radiate Festival among others. The conversations will explore issues related to social justice and community organising in Southwark. Visitors are encouraged to take part and share their stories and experiences. All conversations are documented and form part of an archive that transcends national boundaries.

11.30–12.00
Join us for a screening of Daniel Díaz’s short film, ÉLEFAN which explores the relationship between space and identity among the Latin American community in Elephant and Castle.

12.00–13.00
Richard Bell discusses the closure of Elephant and Castle shopping centre with local traders and Co-Director of Latin Elephant, Natalia Perez.

13.00–14.00
Join us for a free community lunch provided by local family run Ecuadorian restaurant, El Guambra.

14.00–15.00
This conversation will explore the reclamation of public space and resources with Nicholas Okwulu, a community enabler and founder of Livesey Exchange and PemPeople, as well as with Wendy Cummins, Director of Radiate Festival.

15.30–16.30
Join us for a screening of Daniel Oduntan’s short film, Did we leave the lights on followed by a performance by the artist.

The event will be filmed and livestreamed.

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