Leeds Press Gang
Don't Believe the Type !
Don't Believe the Type !
Don't Believe the Type !
Did You Miss...
...our very own slot in the Leeds International Film Festival 2011?
You can view the 3 short films by clicking on the link below
Can you write a good story?
Do you want to work in journalism?
Are you a refugee with a story to tell?
We are a group in Leeds who want to make a real difference and help asylum seekers and refugees get their voices heard. We work with people with incredible experiences both in their country of origin and here in the UK. We know that people who hear their stories are often changed by what they hear. We also know that most people have very confused or ill-informed opinions of what seeking asylum really means.
Can you spare a few hours each month?
What's involved:
- Gathering stories by interviewing refugees and attending events
- Writing press releases and feature articles;
- Making links with the media locally and regionally;
- Empowering asylum seekers and refugees to talk with the media;
- Attending meetings in order to plan our press strategy.
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Interested?
To join Leeds Press Gang, please complete and send Leeds Press Gang Enrolment Form to admin@lassn.org.uk or for further information, contact Richie at LASSN on 0113 373 1759.
Member organisation:
Leeds Refugee Forum
LASSN - Leeds Asylum Seekers Support Network
Manuel Bravo Project
PAFRAS - Positive Action for Refugees and Asylum Seekers
Refugee Council
RETAS - Refugee Education and Training Advisory Service
SOLACE - Surviving Exile and Persecution