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30/10/2026

What can you expect at the African Heritage Workshop on Saturday, 7 November?

Swipe through for a look at what’s in store. From learning about African heritage and getting creative to going behind the scenes in the museum store, there’s plenty to look forward to.

It’s free to attend, with food and free parking provided.
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24/10/2026

It’s happening!

Join our FREE African Heritage Workshop on Saturday 7 November, from 3.30–5.30pm, at Leeds Discovery Centre.

Learn about African heritage, get creative, go behind the scenes in the museum store, and find out how you can contribute to a display on African heritage in 2027.

Free food and parking will be provided

📍 Leeds Discovery Centre, Carlisle Road, Leeds, LS10 1LB

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See you there.✨

24/10/2026

This time next Saturday we will be gathering Carr Manor Community Hub to watch a short film Our Menopause: Black Women Speak by Nicola Cross

This film brings together a group of Black British women from across the UK, with roots ranging from Guyana to Ghana, as they share their menopause journeys with honesty, humour, and heart. Through their stories, we celebrate resilience, sisterhood, and the power of shared knowledge.

After the screening we’ll have an in-depth conversation with our host Ugo Ugada and guest speaker Dr Tonye Wokoma Consultant SRH discussing awareness of menopause within Black communities and empowering women medically and emotionally.

Date: Saturday 31st October, 2026
Time: 2.30 pm - 5.00 pm
Location: Carr Manor Hub
Light healthy food provided.

Disclaimer: This event is open to everyone and designed to be relaxing. Please let us know if you have any mobility issues and will require specific seating for the event.

16/10/2026

Let’s get to know our Host, Mrs. Nwugo Ugada Ugo Ugada (Sexual Health Advocate|Let Us Speak Out), and guest speaker, Dr. Tonye Wokoma Dr Tonye Wokoma Consultant SRH (Menopause Specialist| My Menopause Centre) for our community screening of Our Menopause, Black Women Speak YouandMe_nopause

Event details
Saturday 31st October 2:00-5:00 PM
Location: Carr Manor Community Hub

This event is open to everyone and designed to be a relaxed, supportive space for conversation, connection and shared learning.

Accessibility: If you have any mobility needs or require specific seating, please let us know in advance so we can support you.

30/09/2026

This October, join LIAAF for a warm and welcoming afternoon exploring menopause, sexual intimacy and wellbeing through film, conversation and shared experience. 💜

🎬 We’ll be screening Our Menopause: Black Women Speak by Nicola Cross. A powerful short film bringing together Black British women from across the UK, with roots from Guyana to Ghana, as they share their menopause journeys with honesty, humour and heart.

The afternoon will begin with a warm welcome from Mary Appleton, President of the Women’s Group of NCL, introducing the key themes of the event.

Following the screening, join us for an open and thoughtful conversation hosted by Ugo Ugada (Sexual Health Advocate|Let Us Speak Out), with guest speaker Dr Tonye Wokoma Consultant SRH (Menopause Specialist| My Menopause Centre).

📅 Saturday 31st October
⏰ 2:00–5:00 PM
📍 Carr Manor Community Hub

This event is open to everyone and designed to be a relaxed, supportive space for conversation, connection and shared learning.

♿ Accessibility: If you have any mobility needs or require specific seating, please let us know in advance so we can support you.

13/09/2026

This Month at LIAAF, we have curated a wonderful free children and young people event, Step Into Africa for families.

More info in bio

🌍 Step Into Africa
📅 Saturday 19th September
🕦 11:30am
📍 Carr Manor Community Center
🎟️ Free
🫂 Families and young people

Light refreshments will be provided for this fun and interactive workshop for families and young people. We’d be so grateful to have as many of you attending

Bring your family and friends along✨

We are collaborating with Hyde Park Picture House in the screening of The Fisherman (Age Rating-15).

More info in bio

📍 Hyde Park Picture House Cinema
📅 Saturday 26th September
🕑 2 pm
🎟️ £10.50 (with limited free tickets)

Synopsis
A traditional fisherman forced into retirement teams up with a funny talking fish and his quirky associates on a whimsical adventure to Accra to chase their dream of owning their own boat.

Words from Director, Zoey Martinson
“The impact of this film is to introduce people to a story that has never been told from voices that have been missing in cinema. That alone is an act of revolution, to capture black softness and joy.”

We will be giving away 20 free tickets and providing light refreshments for the screening (snacks and fruits) for this screening. Reserve your free tickets by replying to the post/privately message LIAAF with your full name.

We look forward to welcoming you to this captivating screening event at Hyde Park Picture House 🍿

31/08/2026

26/06/2026

Hello,
You are warmly invited to a special private screening of Minding Our Own Business, hosted in partnership with the Leeds International African Arts Festival (LIAAF). This powerful new film spotlights Black entrepreneurs from across West Yorkshire, celebrating their journeys of endeavour, resilience, and purpose in business.

Produced by Luke Walwyn Studio in collaboration with the West Yorkshire Combined Authority, Minding Our Own Business uses people‑centred storytelling to show why visibility matters: when we can see ourselves reflected in business and leadership, we are more able to imagine our own success.

Event details

Venue: Everyman Cinema, Trinity Leeds

Date: Tuesday 14 July

Time: 12pm – 2pm

What to expect

A short introduction to the film, its origins, and why amplifying Black entrepreneurship in West Yorkshire is so important right now.

Screening of Minding Our Own Business.

A 60‑second introduction from each entrepreneur featured on stage, sharing who they are and what drives their work.

Audience Q&A and open discussion about visibility, access to support, and the future of Black‑led business in our region.

Informal networking and conversation in the cinema space to build new connections and collaborations.

RSVP
Please confirm your attendance by replying to this message or using the link in bio.

We hope you can join us for this celebration of enterprise, community and the belief that “there’s no success without endeavour.”

28/05/2026

LIAAF 2026 begins with an opening ceremony celebrating African creativity, storytelling, music, community, and connection under this year’s festival theme, Connect with Nature.

Hosted by comedian and MC , the ceremony will bring together artists, cultural leaders, communities, and audiences for the official opening of EARTHWISE, LIAAF’s photography exhibition created in partnership with Photo North Festival.

The event will also feature a special live performance by Sudanese artist, producer, and social activist Shabaka, whose music blends rhythm, culture, and powerful storytelling into unforgettable performances.

This is where the festival begins. The conversations. The music. The energy. The people.

📍 Slung Low Warehouse, LS11 9RQ
📅 Thursday 04 June 2026
🕚 Opening Ceremony: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
🎟 Free Entry

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28/05/2026

This year at LIAAF 2026, we dance.

From the revolutionary sound of Fela Kuti to the energy of Afrobeat moving across generations, the LIAAF Dance Party is a celebration of music, movement, freedom, and release under this year’s festival theme, Connect with Nature.

As the world celebrates Fela Kuti’s legendary album Zombie being inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame, we honour the music, culture, and spirit that continue to shape dance floors across Africa and beyond.

The night will also feature dance artist leading audiences in a special dance experience to Water No Get Enemy, inviting everyone into a moment of rhythm, joy, and collective movement.

No rules. No pressure. Just good music, community, and a dance floor full of energy.

📍 Slung Low Warehouse
📅 Friday 05 June 2026
🕡 6:30 PM – 10:45 PM

🎟 Click the link in our bio to get your tickets.

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