make sure you don’t miss this, it gonna get hot hot hot!!!!
Politics as usual….
February 18, 2008 at 10:11 pm (AGM, Elections, Meetings, Who we are)
We just got back from the SA Annual General Meeting. It was interesting to say the least. Around 500 people turned up to voice their concerns and actively participate in deciding the direction of the SA for the coming year, and to hold the current committee to account. Yes it was a long two hours, tedious at times but totally worth it.
An important issue, that is fundamental to the constitution of the ACS was raised. It’s an issue we successfully overcome last year, and this year CHARISMA was looking to have the constititution amended to reflect this. It’s all about the charities campaign whose objective is to fundraise for charities within the Grampian Region. All funds raised go to charities within the area, a member of the Charities Campaign told us at the AGM that the main reason for this is that the money raised comes from the people within the area and therefore it’s only right that it should go right back to bettering the area. We agree on this. However, as another member of the SA pointed out, it’s all well and good to raise this money that would go back to the area, but let’s stop to acknowledge that some of the student body is not from Aberdeen. So we may wish to fundraise for international charities, or other national charities outwith the Grampian Region (as CHARISMA would like to do, and as we’ve always wanted to do) because as students we are motivated by the causes we actually believe in and our constitution should allow us to do this. As the African and Caribbean Society, we are fundraising for the causes closest to our hearts and these causes happen to be outwith the Grampian Region, and we should be able to do so. The motion was passed 
Smiles all round, the constitution shall be amended accordingly. But what do you all think of this? Should all the money we raise through events be handed over to the Charities Campaign which will then give it to local charities, or should we be able to fundraise for wherever we choose? Discuss.
The AGM emphasised the need for us to fully participate in the running of the SA. By attending meetings, by keeping up to date with any changes on the website, there are places open on many different committees. The SA needs you!!! Get involved whichever way you can. Volunteering is another way to get involved be it with the Charities Campaign or Joblink, get involved. There’s the ASR, our students radio, there’s sports they are doing big things this year and there’s this- YOUR society the possibilities are endless.
Be the change you would like to see in the world people, hit up the AUSA webpage on this link ;www.ausa.org.uk!!!!
Afrocentrism Seminar
December 10, 2007 at 3:29 pm (Black History Month)
Black History month is described as being a monumental and significant event, its importance echoes on every social level. Large multi cultural cities around the world could be said to be the only ones who marked this month with the level of community activity that an important time such as this deserves. This year the students of Aberdeen University set out to change the status quo, by increasing the low levels of activity that take place within Aberdeen campus during the month of October. This handful of students put together Seminars and encouraged involvement in African intellectual thought and music not to mention increasing participation in Activities such as African Drumming and dance. Armed with a vision to see African achievement realised, showcased and promoted on a massive scale within Aberdeen They hosted and took part in many activities, raising awareness of Key issues in Africa within campus.
Parallel Trails By Keron Niles
December 10, 2007 at 2:03 pm (Poetry)
Parallel Trails by Keron Niles
Parallel Trails,
Parallel ails,
Parallel tracks,
Parallel facts.
Parallel.
Having features that correspond,
Parallel situations.
Continuously at the same distance from each other,
Parallel lines.
Walking the lines drawn by those gone before us,
Parallel trails.
Parallel,
Never meeting,
No crossing,
No harmony,
No unity,
Never realizing
That unity can never damage
The individuality,
The uniqueness,
Of a culture.
Thus, we tread the lines,
Never identifying,
Our treading, our walking,
As the problem.
Parallel behaviour
Is the problem.
Parallel behaviour
Is ignoring those whose hair type doesn’t match yours,
Parallel behaviour
Is seeing your skin colour as superior,
Parallel behaviour
Is denying love to those that don’t look like you
That don’t dress or act like you,
Parallel behaviour
Is the standard set by those gone before you.
Parallel
Trails of tears and blood
Have fed the soil on which we live,
Perpetuating seeds of hope
For change in the way we raise those we nuture;
Hope,
Of intersection in the future.
Parallel minds
Will never acknowledge
Honour in the ratification of the traditions
Of our forefathers.
Parallel minds,
Will never recognise
That the only constant tradition,
Of all men,
Is change.
Parallel minds,
Must be relinquished
And discarded.
Lest we all die of the same ails,
Lest we all perish on parallel trails.
*** Poems taken from: “Black Grease: a discourse in expository poetry on equal opportunity. Written by Keron Niles.
© 2004 Keron Niles.
Miss Afrik@berdeen 2007
October 24, 2007 at 4:38 pm (Alliance organisations)
Date: Friday 16th of November 2007
Venue: The Boardroom, 7 Crown Street. AB11 6HA Aberdeen
Time: From 7pm to 12am
Price: £10
The election of Miss Afrik@berdeen 2007 is the first event of a long coming series of diverse cultural events. This event will take the form of a dinner dance, where the guests will be entertained by different activities and performances including the election of the Miss of their choice.
Various associations, societies and groups (including non Africans) will share their work and talent during the evening. Creativity, learning and entertainment will all blend together throughout the evening, as follows:
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A buffet gathering a delightful selection of African dishes from Northern to Southern Africa. People will be invited to taste the finesse of the African gastronomy. A booklet of recipes will also be available to take away.
- A quiz game involving the public and bringing questions on African culture, economy, history, geography, politics, art, sport. Each good answer will be awarded by a small prize.
- A colourful ethnic catwalk show exhibiting a mixture of African fashion including traditional outfits.
- An open African Dance competition with different styles and demonstrations
- The election of Miss Afrik@berdeen, where a jury of 5 persons along with the public will decide on their ambassador of African astuteness and beauty in Aberdeen.
- Various performances including Belly dancing, African Christian Choir, Scottish traditional dance … Plus much more
This event is Hosted by: UNIK AFRIKA
FOR TICKETS CONTACT angele@unikafrica.com
- Ama Mystik coiffure (495 george street)
- Madame (hair extension shop, at aberdeen market)
- Soul & Spice cafe (Belmont street)
- also contact us by telephone on 07825370115 or 07948806137
Speakeasy (Info & Disscusion Forum)
October 18, 2007 at 2:08 pm (Black History Month)
For seminar information, please click the 2007- 2008 events calender link on your left.
Admin Error, Speak easy With Keron Niles. Topic: Afrocentrism. Will take place on 24th Oct, Not 17th Oct as previously Stated on Calender.
AfroJams 2
October 13, 2007 at 1:40 pm (Parties)
Yesterday was yet another successful event, the music was great, the turnout was amazing, many thanks to all who showed up to support us. We hope you had a good time. Look out for the pictures which will be up soon
AfroJams 2 was just one of the events we have prepared for you this month, this week there’ll be posters all around campus advertising our series of seminars which will run throughout the month in celebration of Black History Month. You are all welcome to attend.
See you soon
In Celebration of Black History Month…
October 11, 2007 at 3:59 pm (Black History Month)
‘One way we can honour the sacrifices made so that we and the coming generations may live freely is to continue to be seekers of truth and seekers of peace not only in October but throughout the year.’ Desmond Tutu.
When you hear of Black History Month, what is it that crosses your mind?
I know what I think when October gets here, I think of celebration, jubilation, victory, and the most importantly I am reminded of the resilience of the human spirit. This year Black History Month is all the more poignant because we mark 200 years since the abolition of the transatlantic slave trade, and if that is not a reason to celebrate I don’t know what is.
Let’s take the next few weeks of this month to educate ourselves about our history, let’s take time to remember those who came before us and worked ceaselessly to ensure our freedom, let’s proclaim our heroes, and be motivated by their contributions to society. Be it individually, or collectively make this month a month of jubilation!
Happy Black History Month 
Hairdressers in Aberdeen
October 10, 2007 at 5:45 pm (Hairdressers in Aberdeen)
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