ALLYSHIP: How much support do we give other minority groups? How can we?

As Arabs living in a multicultural city like London, we are often very aware of our own experiences as a minority. However, this session is about looking outward. How do we show up for other communities?

Let’s explore our shared values, our responsibilities to one another, and what it means to stand in solidarity with others.
POTENTIAL TOPICS FOR DISCUSSION:

• Our Shared Experiences: Does being part of the Arab community make us naturally more empathetic to other minority groups? Or do we sometimes stay within our own "silo"?
• Cultural Perspectives: Within our families and social circles, how is allyship viewed? Are there generational differences in how we approach supporting other groups?
• The Challenges of Speaking Up: What holds us back from being active allies? Is it a fear of saying the wrong thing, feeling like we have enough of our own struggles, or simply not knowing where to start?
• Moving Beyond the Surface: How can we move past "performative" support and actually show up for other communities in our daily lives?

GROUND RULES:
This is a nice gentle, but thought-provoking, discussion.
It's a judgement-free zone where people can air their thoughts on particular issues, and find out about other people's similar and different perspectives.
So bring your best opinions and ideas. Everyone is welcome.

LOCATION:
We will meet in the 1st floor area of Coffee Island Edgware Road.
There's plenty of space 🛋️, and coffee ☕, tea ☕ cold drinks, and snacks are available.

NEAREST STATIONS:
Edgware Road [Circle, Hammersmith City, District Line] (1 min walk)
Edgware Road [Bakerloo Line] (1 min walk)
Paddington [Bakerloo, Hammersmith, Circle and Elizabeth Line] (7 mins walk)

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FOOD AND SOCIAL AFTERWARDS:
Most of us usually go for food afterwards, so feel free to factor in time after for dinner 🍛🍟🍝🍣🍜🍗🍔