FOCUS CONGO
Fri 24 October, 2025 @ 19:00 - 23:00
£12 General Release, £6 Concession
Presented by BadApple, Friends of Congo, School of Activism & SOLiD
On this night, we gather once again in solidarity with the Congolese people, raising funds for Focus Congo, an organisation working directly with families impacted by the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
This fundraiser will bring together activists, artists, speakers, and the Bristol community for an evening of food, culture, and action.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Talks & Panel Discussions:
Featuring Bad Apple, shedding light on corporate exploitation and the urgent need to boycott Apple for its role in Congo’s cobalt crisis. Friends of Congo and the School of Activism will also lead conversations, alongside speakers from Congo including author Lildonia Lawrence, sharing insights from her book Back Yourself: A Self-Care Guide to Healing from Racial Trauma.
Poetry & Performance:
With powerful contributions from Poet Lawrence Hoo and local performers using art to amplify truth.
Cultural Food & Merchandise:
Enjoy freshly made African cuisine, and explore new fundraiser merchandise — including badges, posters, and stickers, with all proceeds going to Focus Congo.
Community Energy:
Expect a night of solidarity, reflection, and cultural celebration, designed not only to raise funds but to deepen awareness of Congo’s struggles and resilience.
Why it matters:
Congo is at the heart of the global tech economy, providing the majority of the world’s cobalt — a key mineral in phones, laptops, and electric cars. Behind these devices lies a story of exploitation, child labour, displacement, and political violence. Yet the people of Congo continue to resist, organise, and survive.
By coming together, we show that Bristol is not silent. We stand in solidarity, we educate ourselves and each other, and we raise real funds that will have a direct impact on Congolese families through Focus Congo.
The struggle in Congo is global, and so is our solidarity. Join us for a night of community, creativity, and commitment.
GoFundMe link: https://gofund.me/d5d030840
Entry requirements: no age restrictions
