25-27 Sep 2025
STRIKE: Poetry Drop-In Workshops
Nabeela Ahmed
Free, family-friendly poetry workshops at Manningham Library.
As part of STRIKE – a bold celebration of the radical women who have shaped modern Bradford – we invite you to join poet and facilitator Nabeela Ahmed for free, family-friendly poetry workshops at Manningham Library.
Open to children and adults alike, these drop-in sessions invite you to explore words, identity, and heritage while celebrating the radical women who shaped modern Bradford.
These poetry workshops are part of STRIKE, a dynamic series of community events culminating in three nights of large-scale light, sound, and projection shows in Manningham, alongside an exhibition highlighting the community and school developed through the STRIKE project!
Drop in any time between 10am and 2pm – no booking required. Come, write, share, and celebrate with us.
Why join?
- A welcoming space for creativity and self-expression
- Activities suitable for children, adults, and families
- Contribute your voice to a project rooted in Manningham’s heritage
- Be part of the lead-up to an unforgettable celebration of Bradford’s radical women
About STRIKE
STRIKE is a celebration of the radical women who made modern Bradford.
This major new work uses light, sound and projection to explore a landmark moment in the history of Bradford and the modern labour movement – and spotlight the fearless women who made it happen.
Free – no ticket required.
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