Stitching for Change: Crafting Conversations on Drug Policy

Stitching for Change: Crafting Conversations on Drug Policy

The WhitworthManchester, Lancashire
Thursday, Jan 29, 2026 from 6 pm to 8 pm GMT
Overview

Part of the Recoverist Curators public programme.

This creative, hands-on session, led by Portraits of Recovery trustee Dr Lisa Williams (Department of Criminology, The University of Manchester) combines craft with critical conversation, offering a space to explore drug policy and recovery through art. During the workshop, you’ll learn the basics of cross-stitch and begin to create your own piece using patterns inspired by drug policy activism, advocacy and recovery. No experience is necessary - just bring your curiosity and creativity!

Part of the Recoverist Curators public programme.

This creative, hands-on session, led by Portraits of Recovery trustee Dr Lisa Williams (Department of Criminology, The University of Manchester) combines craft with critical conversation, offering a space to explore drug policy and recovery through art. During the workshop, you’ll learn the basics of cross-stitch and begin to create your own piece using patterns inspired by drug policy activism, advocacy and recovery. No experience is necessary - just bring your curiosity and creativity!

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  • 2 hours
  • In person

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The Whitworth

Oxford Road

Manchester M15 6ER

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