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​A coffee morning for creatives - a chance to get all the whinging out of the way so we can make way for the joy and positivity of GIFT to unfold over the next 3 days.
 

Leila D'Aronville will kick off the conversation with an opening whinge. Leila d’Aronville is a freelance creative producer and facilitator, she is also Founder of North East Cultural Freelancers and Director of Northern Roots. Having worked in the cultural sector in the North East for over 22 years', and being immersed in it for her whole life, Leila is passionate about making sure people are at the heart of culture. Leila is skilled at working collaboratively and in partnership, and has a background in cultural education and network development. Leila is of mixed white and south/central Asian heritage, and grew up in Newcastle. Having two small children gives little time for much else, however smashing the patriarchy sits high on the to do list. 

This event is open to all, but specifically aimed at artists and cultural workers.