Mission:
The mission of the festival is to provide high-quality showcases for the discussion of contemporary political and societal issues including new ideas on politics, culture and activism. Our aims:
• To organise an inspiring annual programme of performance, discussion and debate
• To encourage the participation of under-represented groups in political/cultural debate and discussion
• To stimulate reflection and discussion on difficult and controversial issues
• To promote free speech, good relations, cultural diversity and equality. Our values:
• We value the active participation of people in our work
• We will work in partnership and collaboration with like-minded individuals, agencies and other interests
• We will be accessible and ensure participation from all sections of the community in our activities
• Our festival will be affordable and will include the programming of free events
• We will strive to challenge, inspire and inform by programming a variety of innovative events
• We will promote the ideas of free speech, cultural diversity, equality, openness, dialogue, curiosity, internationalism, critical inquiry and aesthetic public culture
• We will strive to minimise our impact on the environment and promote biodiversity
• We will support and nurture home grown artists and contributors and the participation of under-represented sections of our community
• We will promote the value and authenticity of our heritage and cultural traditions.
