Dreams of Peace and Freedom

Dreams of Peace and Freedom

By Manchester Quakers

Join us at "Dreams of Peace and Freedom" where we celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the European Convention on Human Rights.

Date and time

Location

Friends' Meeting House

6 Mount Street Manchester M2 5NS United Kingdom

Agenda

1:15 PM - 1:55 PM

Arrive and check-in


Hosted by Central Manchester Quakers

2:00 PM - 2:05 PM

Introduction by Central Manchester Quakers

2:05 PM - 3:15 PM

Peace and Freedom Song Cycle

3:15 PM - 3:45 PM

Q&A with performers

3:45 PM - 4:00 PM

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Highlights

  • 2 hours
  • In person
  • Doors at 13:15

About this event

Dreams of Peace and Freedom is a song cycle by Sue Casson, celebrating 75 years of the European Convention on Human Rights. Join us at the Central Manchester Friends' Meeting House for a performance followed by Q&A and a thought-provoking discussion.

Frequently asked questions

Who are Manchester Quakers?‘

The Religious Society of Friends , known as Quakers, are located in the heart of Manchester and are known for their practical Witness and have successfully peacefully advocated for Peace, Equality, Truth , Integrity and Sustainability throughout the world since being formed in the 17th Century

What is a song cycle?

A song cycle is a group of individually complete songs on the same theme designed to be performed in sequence as a single entity.

What is the European Convention on Human Rights?

The European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) was drafted in the aftermath of the Second World War and the Holocaust in an attempt to protect the people from the State, to make sure the atrocities committed would never be repeated, and to safeguard fundamental rights of every individual.

What is the European Court of Human Rights?

The European Court of Human Rights is the court of law of the Council of Europe. It is based in Strasbourg, France. Set up in 1959, the Court ensures that Member States of the Council of Europe respect the rights and guarantees set out in the European Convention on Human Rights.

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