Brixton Remembers Dorothy "Cherry" Groce - 30 Years On #Brixton30

Join the family of Dorothy "Cherry" Groce, for the 30th commemoration of her wrongful shooting by the Metropolitan Police which led to the infamous 1985 Brixton uprisings. We will also reflect on the police violence that led to Cynthia Jarrett's death and the Broadwater Farm uprisings a week after Cherry Groce's shooting.

What happened in 1985? Why did the Police shoot an innocent mother in front of her children, the youngest being 8 years old? How did the community defend and rebuild itself after the uprisings?

Come and participate in this commemorative event that will discuss the past, present and future of communities fighting for justice and peace in Brixton and Tottenham.

This will also be the launch of a new justice campaign for the family of Cherry Groce, please sign their new petition for justice.

speakers and performers include:

• Linton Kwesi Johnson - Poet
• Akala - Rapper & Poet
• Stafford Scott - Tottenham Rights campaigner
• Devon Thompson - Community Leader
• Lara Lee - Poet
• Lorna G - Singer
• Lee Lawrence - Son of Cherry Groce & founder of Cherry Groce Foundation

Discussions chaired by: Kwaku, Reni Eddo-Lodge and Kojo

This is a free event light snacks will also be provided

To attend this event you must register as spaces are limited