Upcoming Gypsy, Romany, and Traveller events

Are you interested in learning more about the rich culture and traditions of the Gypsy, Romany, and Traveller (GRT) communities? Do you want to show your support and raise awareness about their unique way of life?

EEAST are excited to announce a series of upcoming events, hosted by external organizations, that aim to promote understanding, support, and celebration of the GRT communities. These events will provide an opportunity for us to come together and learn about the diverse cultures within the GRT community.

EEAST invites you to sign up and join in this important endeavour. Together, we can make a difference and foster a more inclusive society. Your support will make a long way in promoting dialogue, understanding, and respect for the Gypsy, Romany, and Traveller communities.

Don't miss out on these incredible opportunities! Mark your calendars and be a part of these upcoming events. Sign up now and make a positive impact!

Friends’, Families and Travellers

Friends, Families and Travellers have recently released guidance on tackling maternal health inequalities in the GRT communities.

You can read the guidance here: https://www.gypsy-traveller.org/health/new-guidance-tackling-maternal-health-inequalities-in-gypsy-roma-and-traveller-communities/

 They will also be holding a free online launch event for this new guidance on 27th July 2023 11:00am-12:30pm.

You can reserve a spot here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/maternity-inequalities-in-gypsy-roma-and-traveller-communities-tickets-653840854597

Traveller Movement

Traveller Movement Summer BBQ  (Free Event)

Traveller Movement Summer BBQ Tickets, Thu 3 Aug 2023 at 15:00 | Eventbrite

 The event will be an opportunity for you to meet the team, see their offices, learn more about the work they do and enjoy a burger with the team and stakeholders!

Reaching Out Event (Free Event)

Reaching Out Tickets, Thu 28 Sep 2023 at 10:00 | Eventbrite

As part of their Reaching Out programme, the Traveller movement are delivering a series of Connected Community events, bringing together secondary school leaders, careers teachers, careers leaders, youth services, employers and other agencies working with the Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities, to help shape appropriate and meaningful pathways into employment, education and training for young people from the communities.

This event, supported by The Education People, Kent County Council, Kent and Medway Careers Hub, The Careers and Enterprise Council and Medway Council, is the third of a series of 6 Connected Communities events across the UK.

The Traveller Movement Conference - Thursday 16th November 2023, Lambeth Town Hall

This conference aims to create a dialogue between the Traveller community and other stakeholders in order to develop solutions and strategies to improve the economic, social and health outcomes for Gypsy, Romany and Traveller (GRT) people.

A full day conference bringing together stakeholders in local authorities, employers, educators, youth services, and young Gypsy, Roma, and Traveller people. From insightful talks and workshops, to networking opportunities and connecting with employers and community services, the event will bring together GRT people and allies. The event will also aim to raise awareness and provide a platform for people to share their experiences and stories.

Tickets available to book from 1st September 2023.

Let's come together and celebrate the vibrant cultures of the Gypsy, Romany, and Traveller communities.

Published 25th July 2023