Community News 1BTN’s International Women’s Day Takeover to return on March 8 – bigger, bolder and better than before Words by Kate Wildblood; artwork by Queen Josephine and Hannah Sherlock Now in its sixth year, 1BTN’s International Women’s Day (IWM) Takeover 2024 is here, bigger, bolder and better than before with 40 1BTN presenters, DJs and artists set to deliver over 36 hours of inspiring broadcasting as we cel By Contributor • 2 min read
In The South 1BTN announces International Women’s Day Takeover with 24 hours of programming 1BTN will also be raising money for Sussex-based domestic abuse charity RISE, helping them to receive match funding from The Big Give. By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Community News Heroes Run returns this summer in aid of RISE It’s back! Brighton’s much-loved HEROES RUN returns on Sunday, May 13 in aid of the children’s therapy service at local domestic abuse charity RISE. Participants are encouraged to dress in their favourite hero costume and run along Hove seafront in aid of charity. By Besi • 2 min read
Community News PRIDE VOICES: AJ Patterson to speak this evening Village MCC Brighton and Hove host AJ Patterson this evening as part of their PRIDE VOICES series. AJ who describes herself as “Just a girl with a story of life” is known by many for her work at the LGBT+ Community Safety Forum, and RISE who offer advice, advocacy, support and crisis accommodation f By Besi • 2 min read
General News City appoints new Mayor Councillor Mo Marsh was appointed Mayor of the City of Brighton & Hove at a meeting of the full council on May 18. She replaces the present Mayor Cllr Pete West and will serve the city for the next 12 months. Cllr Marsh has been a Labour councillor since 1995, balancing her civic life representing t By Besi • 3 min read
OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA Community News Concerns raised about safety in city taxis at LGBT Community Safety Forum public meeting Concerns about personal safety in city taxis were raised by entertainer Dave Lynn at the quarterly meeting of the Brighton & Hove LGBT Community Safety Forum at the Queens Hotel last month. He told the meeting about an incident he experienced in a taxi when he felt threatened and demanded the driver By Besi • 2 min read
Arts PREVIEW: A double bill for International Women’s Day A Monkey With Cymbals & Orange Girl Productions present a double-bill of Restoration women to celebrate International Women’s Day. By Contributor • 2 min read
Arts PREVIEW: Women of Wrestling This August MADE Brighton will host the Women of Wrestling show, which made it’s debut last year at the Doomed Photographers Gallery in London. The exhibition will contain work on the theme from both established and up and coming Brighton based artists and designers. By Contributor • 1 min read
Arts PREVIEW: Charity Cabaret benefit for RISE A fabulous night of entertainment is promised, with an outstanding array of acts including: Jenny Lynne Sessions (aka Jen-ix), Sophia Blackwell, River Harper, Hannah Brackenbury, Al Start and We R Bob. The evening will be hosted by Annabel Pribelszki. By Contributor • 1 min read
Cllr Ruth Buckley News Ending violence against women and girls top priority in Brighton & Hove More than 130 people have been supported through the city’s first-ever drop in Domestic Abuse Surgery in 12 months. The majority – 95% – have been female, according to new statistics which are unveiled as key city partners consolidate the city’s drive to tackle domestic violence and abuse. The Domes By Besi • 4 min read
Community News ‘Music Mayhem’ benefit raises £1,250 for RISE A sell out fundraiser organised by Annabel Pribelszki of Charity Cabaret raised £1,250 for RISE, who provide sanctuary and support to those affected by domestic abuse. The night of live music took place on Friday, October 17 2014 at The Brunswick, Hove. By Besi • 2 min read
Community News Music Mayhem! Fundraiser for Rise! Charity Cabaret are holding a fundraising night to benefit Rise, the domestic violence charity who offer support to the victims of Domestic Violence. Music Mayhem on Friday, October 17 at 7.30pm at the Brunswick in Hove, will be hosted by Annabel Pribelszki and include performances from Chick Atkins By Besi • 1 min read
