Slidefest spotlights the work of four photographers whose powerful visual storytelling explores first-generation migration—both economic and conflict-related.Through image-led presentations, each photographer will share stories of migration that begin with departure: Why do people leave? What do they encounter along the way? And how do they build lives in unfamiliar places?This intimate event will trace personal and collective journeys from displacement to arrival, offering a deeper look into the lived experiences of those who have shaped diverse communities. Through photography and conversation, Slidefest invites audiences to reflect on the stories behind the images—and the people behind the stories.Presenting Artists: Hicham Gardaf, Kalpesh Lathigra, Amak Mahmoodian, Chris Neophytou
Curated by Aisha Zia & Mohamed Somji
Free entry | Open to all
About Platforma Festival - 4 October – 1 November 2025.
Platforma is a biennial event produced by Counterpoints Arts, showcasing bold, innovative work by artists from refugee backgrounds and creative projects with displaced communities. The Peterborough programme is part of the wider festival taking place across the East of England this October, fostering local connections and conversations around culture, identity, and belonging
62 Gladstone Street is a community-rooted arts space in the heart of Peterborough, with a particular focus on supporting South Asian and MENA artists. Through exhibitions, residencies, and public programmes, it provides a vital platform for underrepresented voices and fosters meaningful dialogue between artists and the wider community.
62 Gladstone Street presents this workshop as part of the wider PLATFORMA FESTIVAL with Counterpoints Arts & Supported by Arts Council England
Full festival programming can be found here: https://counterpoints.org.uk/event/platforma-festival-2025/
Partners:
Counterpoints Arts, Landmark Theatres, Peterborough Cultural Alliance, Metal Peterborough, Peterborough Presents, Peterborough Museum, HELP Charity & the Aziz Foundation
Dedication
Our programme is dedicated to the innocent men, women, and children who have lost their lives, those who have been displaced by war, and all those seeking a safe place to call home.
