The locks are finally open and Auntie Jean's market is back home where it belongs. I am overwhelmed by the support that stopped the committee from pushing us out. We will stay vigilant to ensure our culture continues to have this space.
February 16, 2017
Final supporters
Auntie Jean's Sunday Afrikan Culture Market is a Family Orientated Event that has a Showcase Platform that hosts not only Guest Speakers but also accommodates members of the community to promote their Business's, their Services as well as their Talents.
The Market Place has a variety different stalls selling a wide variety of items, the market also has a range of Cooked Foods from Traditional to Vegan meals. ACM is a great meeting place and very good for networking as well as getting current information & help in contacting professionals of different topics. The ACM is an Event that takes place once every third Sunday of the month.
The ACM has been running just over two years and is becoming very popular. Attracting people from all round the country. Unfortunately the Afrikan Culture Market is under Attack from the New Cossall TRA committee members who took over the running if the centre 1st August 2016. The Cossall TRA's then Chair since resigned, stated that some members of the committee do not like the ACM operating from the centre & to find somewhere else to go! My use of keys was taken, the centres main entrance door lock was changed, a new contract was drawn; demanding it signed. if signed it would be to the ACM's determent.
Sunday 15th January the Cossall TRA Committee members Sabotaged the event by Forcing Cancellation by denying the ACM's access to the premises; stating they will only open the hall if the contract is signed. This action is a Breach of the current contract the ACM holds.
If you have Benefited, Enjoyed, Welcomed the Community getting Together, The sharing of Information, A Family Orientated day out. Believe that this type of activity is needed in the Community Or would just like This type of Activity to Continue, Please let it be known by Signing this Petition. Give Thanks. Auntie Jean.
AUNTY Jean's Afrikan Culture Market
Helping UNITY in the CommUNITY
Updates
January 18, 2017
Seeing 250 names on this list feels like a massive weight off my chest because it shows that Auntie Jean's vision matters to so many people. I started this to fight for the space that keeps our community connected and seeing this support proves we are not alone.
Reached 250 supporters
January 16, 2017
December 20, 2016
Auntie Jean's market is about more than just stalls and food because it is the heart of our community. I have been spending my time meeting with lawyers and local advocates to push back against these unfair demands. We are not letting them shut us down without a fight.
Reached 100 supporters
December 15, 2016
242 Comments
It is a good community event which is giving prole a chance to explore some African and caribbean culture including foods and crafts. For some people who attend especially the elderly it's one of the only chances they have to shop local.
I'm am extremely disappointed that ACM is under such attack. ACM offers our community health consciousness, business opportunities, entertainment, cultural awareness to our children and unity. We need to stay alive and continue to support this event.
Initiatives strengthening peoples capacity for self help and building a sense of community are essential for civil society to develop. Local authorities have a responsibility for supporting the development of such initiatives, if they are to have any relevance in the C21.
It is an act of sacrilege to remove black businesses - I dare say - in the guise of regeneration and/or gentrification. However, remember that Southwark has a large portfolio of high value properties and the buzz words are development and affordable housing!!!
I have both enjoyed selling my products as well as being a part of the community. I have gained much insight as to what is current within the community and would love to see it continue. Please let us keep it alive
This is an excellent idea to encourage or bolster African economics in London, and the UK.
We need cultural market places like this that are accessible to the family living here in London.
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The locks are finally open and Auntie Jean's market is back home where it belongs. I am overwhelmed by the support that stopped the committee from pushing us out. We will stay vigilant to ensure our culture continues to have this space.
February 16, 2017
Final supporters
Auntie Jean's Sunday Afrikan Culture Market is a Family Orientated Event that has a Showcase Platform that hosts not only Guest Speakers but also accommodates members of the community to promote their Business's, their Services as well as their Talents.
The Market Place has a variety different stalls selling a wide variety of items, the market also has a range of Cooked Foods from Traditional to Vegan meals. ACM is a great meeting place and very good for networking as well as getting current information & help in contacting professionals of different topics. The ACM is an Event that takes place once every third Sunday of the month.
The ACM has been running just over two years and is becoming very popular. Attracting people from all round the country. Unfortunately the Afrikan Culture Market is under Attack from the New Cossall TRA committee members who took over the running if the centre 1st August 2016. The Cossall TRA's then Chair since resigned, stated that some members of the committee do not like the ACM operating from the centre & to find somewhere else to go! My use of keys was taken, the centres main entrance door lock was changed, a new contract was drawn; demanding it signed. if signed it would be to the ACM's determent.
Sunday 15th January the Cossall TRA Committee members Sabotaged the event by Forcing Cancellation by denying the ACM's access to the premises; stating they will only open the hall if the contract is signed. This action is a Breach of the current contract the ACM holds.
If you have Benefited, Enjoyed, Welcomed the Community getting Together, The sharing of Information, A Family Orientated day out. Believe that this type of activity is needed in the Community Or would just like This type of Activity to Continue, Please let it be known by Signing this Petition. Give Thanks. Auntie Jean.
AUNTY Jean's Afrikan Culture Market
Helping UNITY in the CommUNITY
Updates
January 18, 2017
Seeing 250 names on this list feels like a massive weight off my chest because it shows that Auntie Jean's vision matters to so many people. I started this to fight for the space that keeps our community connected and seeing this support proves we are not alone.
Reached 250 supporters
January 16, 2017
December 20, 2016
Auntie Jean's market is about more than just stalls and food because it is the heart of our community. I have been spending my time meeting with lawyers and local advocates to push back against these unfair demands. We are not letting them shut us down without a fight.
Reached 100 supporters
December 15, 2016
242 Comments
I believe that the market is very important and the work that auntie Jean is doing is very educational in the development in the afro Caribbean culture,in the togetherness in the older generation and particularly very important in the development of the younger generation.
It is a good community event which is giving prole a chance to explore some African and caribbean culture including foods and crafts. For some people who attend especially the elderly it's one of the only chances they have to shop local.
I'm am extremely disappointed that ACM is under such attack. ACM offers our community health consciousness, business opportunities, entertainment, cultural awareness to our children and unity. We need to stay alive and continue to support this event.
Initiatives strengthening peoples capacity for self help and building a sense of community are essential for civil society to develop. Local authorities have a responsibility for supporting the development of such initiatives, if they are to have any relevance in the C21.
It is an act of sacrilege to remove black businesses - I dare say - in the guise of regeneration and/or gentrification. However, remember that Southwark has a large portfolio of high value properties and the buzz words are development and affordable housing!!!
I have both enjoyed selling my products as well as being a part of the community. I have gained much insight as to what is current within the community and would love to see it continue. Please let us keep it alive
This is an excellent idea to encourage or bolster African economics in London, and the UK.
We need cultural market places like this that are accessible to the family living here in London.
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I believe that the market is very important and the work that auntie Jean is doing is very educational in the development in the afro Caribbean culture,in the togetherness in the older generation and particularly very important in the development of the younger generation.