From November 1 to 15, an exhibition was held in the Grange Pavilion organised by Hub Cymru Africa. This pop up exhibition provided a snapshot of Welsh engagement with global solidarity, cultural, political and social issues over the years.
Showcasing the heritage of Welsh global solidarity with objects that uncover the many stories, contributions and campaigns, expressed through artefacts and visual arts that bring these histories to life.
The items include the 6ft Idris the Dragon puppet from the 2005 Make Poverty History campaign; the 1923 Women’s Peace Appeal memorial, a petition signed by almost 400,000 Welsh women; and a handmade woven textile from ‘Refugee Journeys’ made in Menai Bridge.
This exhibition is part of Hub Cymru Africa’s ‘Case for Solidarity’ Campaign which aims to engage, educate and promote acts of global solidarity in Wales; and the role of the Wales Africa Community in furthering Global Solidarity, This work is funded by the FCDO.
Read more about this exhibition here.

