Agenda item

PW gave an update following on from the last meeting and how we progressed with it, stating how that since the minutes were completed, we did in fact complete a grant application. JJ to update further.

JW-After the last forum, I was able to get together a plan for a Windrush event, following various conversations with different members from the forum. I submitted an event plan that regardless if successful, I would like to deliver with the forum. The event aims that I put forward were:

• To run an open public event that will have guest speakers and organisations providing information about the Windrush and useful contacts for those affected. The event will also include a Windrush drama performance from the Northampton School for boys.
• Northampton film house to host a film screening, presenting films about the Windrush.
• Inspiration FM to do media work around the event including advertising, promoting, having guest speakers on the radio and creating a blog for the event.

For the public event, I have provisionally booked the Guildhall and have also made contact with Northampton School for boys, who have confirmed they will provide a drama performance for the event.

Going forward, I would like to have this as a regular agenda item at the forum meetings. I would also like to have a small planning meeting occur between the forum meetings to help with the progress the event development. I will send out a meeting date to all of the forum members with an action plan attached, keeping everyone up to date. The meetings specifically for Windrush will be open to everyone who would like to be part of the planning.

PW-This all sounds brilliant and I’m sure many people would like to be involved in this. 

JG-Nadine Morgan does a production called the front room, I can find out if they would like to be involved.

JW-That would be great, we could also have them perform at the event as well, should they want to.

JG-Regarding a film suggestion, “The Big Life” is a great film I saw about the Windrush. Jade turner is the film coordinator.

PW-A documentary will be good to present as well. Regarding inspa FM, they will be fine keeping us update. At the open event, we could also have painting around the Windrush and historical items.

CB-We would like to have a presence in the planning and on the day.

PW-This will be a good chance for the Guildhall use new caterers. Also, it will be good to have legal at the event.

PW in terms of books and materials, Morcia Walker may have some bits she could provide and help with.

ACTION-JW to send out an meeting invite to the forum, with the type of information we would like for the event including-

• Film suggestions
• Documentary suggestions
• Organisations and speakers
• Materials to display (paintings, books, clothes, flags etc)

This will help people know what were looking for, helping them bring relevant information to the next planning meeting.