Monday 19th January “The Voice of Hind Rajab” – film
6pm Showroom Cinema https://share.google/qypE2o5R0gdrZROmK
“We are thrilled to see the Showroom screening the acclaimed film, “The Voice of Hind Rajab” There are a number of screenings over the next week so don’t miss this – just one story amongst hundreds of thousands of accounts of massacres by Israel’s genocidal forces. A story which also highlights the bravery, fortitude and incredible resilience of the Gazan people.” January 29, 2024. Red Crescent volunteers receive an emergency call. A 6-year old girl is trapped in a car under fire in Gaza, pleading for rescue. While trying to keep her on the line, they do everything they can to get an ambulance to her. Her name was Hind Rajab.
Director Kaouther Ben Hania, Year 2025 Duration 1h 29m Language English, Arabic with English subtitles Cast Saja Kilani, Motaz Malhees, Clara Khoury
Tuesday 20th January Open Sheffield Stop the War zoom meeting
6pm zoom If you want to join our committee and discussions write to sheffieldantiwarcoalition@yahoo.co.uk
As the USA loses ground economically, it is seeking to fill the gap militarily. Trump will feel emboldened by the military action in Venezuela. The world’s war machine is growing at the rate of 9.4% a year.. It is currently at $2.7 trillion ($2,700,000,000,000)
The media have accepted the self-fulfilling prophesy,” if the world is becoming more unstable we have to tool up for a new war”.. In a world with nuclear weapons this is a bad strategy. We in Stop the War Coalition take the view that humanity faces a number of major challenges: the climate, disease, automation, forever chemicals, growing racism, growing inequality. The wars are a human catastrophe and preventing joint action to solve these other problems. The challenges we face are huge and growing. We need to increase our size and our activity. We are looking to form groups in the Universities, hospitals etc.
Wednesday 14th January Sheffield Save Our NHS meeting
7pm Zoom Meeting Time: Jan 14, 2026 07:00 PM London. Join https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89820040004?pwd=AdbOPtljkoWwvfhm2aEvT32tEFI5O3.1 Meeting ID: 898 2004 0004 Passcode: 038563
- Apologies
- Minutes of last meeting
- FOLLOW UP TO MIGRATION – RACISM & THE NHS MEETING
- Resident Doctors Strike Update
- STALL & ACTIVITIES –
- KONP UPDATE
- HEALTH SCRUTINY COMMITTEE
- ICB – SOUTH YORKSHIRE UPDATE
- MEDIA UPDATE
- Any Other Business–
Mick Suter, Chair SSONHS 07380139142
Web page: www.sheffieldsaveournhs.org Facebook: Sheffield Save our NHS Email: contact@Sheffieldsaveournhs.org
Friday 23rd January Palestine protest outside Rail Station Saturday 24th
5pm to 6pm regular Friday night rally for Palestine outside the rail station. Bring your banners! Palestine is still under attack – the Israeli Defence Forces are breaking the Gaza ceasefire on an almost daily basis whilst settle attacks and IDF raids are intensifying across the West Bank. Organised by Sheffield Palestine Coalition Against Israeli Apartheid
Saturday January 24th Sheffield Friends of Palestine demo
Assemble Mount Pleasant at 1.45pm, departure 2pm. Leaflets for it will be out this week. Some speakers have already confirmed for our Sheffield march for Palestine on 24th January, organised by Sheffield Friends of Palestine. Start spreading the word amongst friends, neighbours, work colleagues and family!
Friday 30th January Birmingham Bin Strike Mega Picket
The Fire Brigades Union (FBU) has been proud to stand with Birmingham’s striking refuse workers from day one. When the council first floated the idea of using our members to break the strike, we responded by backing Megapicket 1. When council-appointed government commissioners declared they were finished negotiating with the workers, we escalated our support and backed Megapicket 2. Since then, we’ve raised funds, marched alongside the strikers, and welcomed Birmingham refuse workers to FBU meetings and events across the country. For us, it’s simple: we will stand with the Birmingham bin workers for as long as it takes — until they win. Today marks one year since the start of the strike action and that’s why I’m asking you to join me, and the FBU, in mobilising the biggest Megapicket this city has ever seen on Thursday 30 January. Please RSVP using the button below, so Strike Map can send you details of where and how to take part.
RSVP to join the Megapicket in Birmingham on 30 January 2026. Book accommodation the night before 29 January 2026 I’ll see you on the picket line on 30 January. Victory to the Brum Bin Strikers! 
Steve Wright, General Secretary, Fire Brigades Union
Saturday 31st January National March for Palestine, London
Book your place on the coach to London – if you can’t go please consider subsidising a place or making a donation – go to Select tickets and select the Subsidised place option or donation.
https://buytickets.at/sheffieldtradeunioncouncil/2007768
Thursday 5th February Centenary of the birth of Fidel Castro
7:00 PM – 9:30 PM Showroom Cinema(R5), Paternoster Row, Sheffield, S1 2BX
Fidel’s grandson will be speaking at The Showroom (room 5) Paternoster Row, Sheffield S1 2BX. The meeting marks the centenary of the birth of Fidel Castro and will reflect on his grandfather’s enduring legacy.
FREE TICKETS are available here
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/sheffieldcsc/2027950
Saturday 7th February.
Remember Hind Rajab and all those children massacred by Israel’s genocide Street installation in Sheffield city centre. More details to come
Thursday 12th February Workplace day of action for Palestine
Workers across Britain will be taking action in their workplaces to stand with Palestine and demand an end to British complicity in Israel’s genocide. We are calling on all trade union members to take action in their workplace. ✊ How to take part:
- Register NOW for the Workplace Day of Action https://palestinecampaign.org/events/pledge-to-take-part-in-the-next-workplace-day-of-action-for-palestine/
- Once you’ve registered, you’ll be sent our organising toolkit, resources and support to help plan the right action for your workplace
- Use these to help organise your action with your colleagues – this could mean:
- Holding your first union or staff meeting on Palestine
- Starting conversations about how your workplace is complicit
- Launching a petition or open letter to management
- Planning a visible action or lunch time walk out
No matter how big or small, every action counts. 👉 Sign up and get organising for Palestine https://palestinecampaign.org/events/pledge-to-take-part-in-the-next-workplace-day-of-action-for-palestine/
Saturday 14th February Fundraising For Sudan Fleeing Bara & El- Fasher Event.
Venue: SADACCA, 48 The Wicker, Sheffield S3 8JBSince 2023, Sudan has faced what the United Nations has described as the world’s largest displacement crisis.
www.peace-for-sudan.org.uk
The situation reached a critical point in North Darfur (Al-Fasher) following the events of 28 October 2025. Today, the town of Tawila has become a major refuge for hundreds of thousands of people fleeing ongoing violence. The International Organization for Migration (IOM) reports that the displaced population there has exceeded 650,000 individuals. Humanitarian conditions are catastrophic—Doctors Without Borders (MSF) has recorded emergency-level malnutrition among newly displaced families, while UNICEF warns that more than 130,000 children remain at severe risk due to a lack of food, water, and essential medical care.
Peace for Sudan CIC was established to respond to this urgent crisis. We are a community-driven organisation committed to assisting vulnerable populations affected by conflict and displacement. Our mission is to deliver life-saving humanitarian support, uphold dignity, and promote long-term recovery for those impacted by war. We work both in Sudan and the United Kingdom to meet immediate needs and empower refugees to rebuild their lives with hope and resilience.
It is our great honour to invite you to our Fundraising and Awareness Event on Saturday, 14 February 2026, dedicated to supporting the displaced people of Tawila. All proceeds from the event will directly fund initiatives providing food, medical aid, and emergency shelter for families who have lost everything.
The evening will feature a special programme celebrating Sudanese culture and reflecting on the ongoing humanitarian crisis. Your presence and support would mean a great deal. Together, we can stand in solidarity with the people of Tawila and help bring hope to those most in need.
Yours sincerely, AYOUB MOHAMMED
Saturday 21st February Workers Against the Far Right Organising conference!
11am – 4.30pm central London Stand Up To Racism & TUC annual trade union organising conference co-hosted by Stand Up To Racism & TUC
Speakers introducing themes will include…
Daniel Kebede National Education Union general secretary 💥 Fran Heathcote Public & Commercial Services Union general secretary 💥 Steve Wright Fire Brigades Union general secretary 💥 Sarah Woolley Bakers Food & Allied Workers Union general secretary 💥 Kudsia Batool TUC Director of Equalities
For trade unionists and all those in a workplace to come together… In workshops, plenaries and training and education sessions to organise, share experiences and educate ourselves…To discuss how to challenge toxic, racist and divisive narratives. How can we deliver a strong, rooted trade union presence on major unity demonstration on 28 March? A central theme of the conference will be sharing training and education that can be taken up across unions, branches and workplaces. There will be a big focus on what we can do to build a strong presence from workplaces and union branches on the 28 March TOGETHER alliance major unity demonstration in London. What you can do: round off 2025 & hit the ground running in 2026 to turn the tide against racist division & the far right…
Saturday 21st February AI v Luddites
2.30pm Shakespeare 146-148 Gibraltar Street, Shalesmoor S3 8UB Pay as you feel. Fundraiser for S6 Food Bank www.redshedplayers.co.uk
Tuesday 3rd to Saturday 7th March ‘The Ragged Trousered Philanthropists’
at The Lantern Theatre Sheffield Ticket link here: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/thelanternsheff/the-ragged-trousered-philanthropists/e-gpypem
The show has amazing reviews and feedback & is selling out across the UK. Hope you can make it. All the very best, Louise Townsend Director
Mobile: 07949635910 www.townsendproductions.org.uk
Saturday 7th March 2026 ‘Kneecap’ Film Screening
Doors open at 6.30pm and the screening will begin shortly after 7pm followed by a group discussion on the politics and themes of the film!
CADS – Creative Arts Development Space, Sheffield, S2 4QP. Join us for our first returning event of 2026 – a film screening of KNEECAP! This event is at our previous venue (formerly Theatre Deli) Now – CADS, Cuthbert House, Arley Street, Sheffield, S2 4QP.
About the film;
Kneecap is a bold, anarchic Irish-language film that blends dark comedy, social realism, and music culture to tell the origin story of the real-life Belfast rap trio of the same name. Set primarily in West Belfast, the film follows three young men who unexpectedly become the figureheads of a radical Irish-language hip-hop movement, using satire, provocation, and raw energy to challenge authority, identity, and cultural complacency. At its core, Kneecap is about language, power, and rebellion against colonialism & imperialism. The story centres on working-class youth navigating Northern Ireland, where the Irish language is politicised, marginalised, and often treated as a relic. Through chaotic encounters with police, courts, teachers, and politicians, the trio turn Irish rap into a weapon of cultural resistance—loud, crude, and unapologetic. The film mixes fictionalised storytelling with real events and performances, giving it a semi-biographical, near-documentary edge.
Saturday 28th March London march agaisnt the Far Right
awaiting details.
Saturday 2nd May General Strike centenary Barnsley, 2026
Unite the Union is working with Durham Miners Association and the National Union of Mineworkers to mark the 100 year anniversary of the 1926 General Strike.
We are bringing together trade unionists, historians, musicians, artists and authors to make this a truly memorable celebration of working class pride.
Add the date to your calendar, and register your details here for news and updates as the day takes shape.