The Poverty Truth Commission: "The System"
- Date
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Thu 22 May 2025
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
- Venue
- Com.Unity Centre, Westfield Centre

In partnership with Sheffield Poverty Truth Commission
Sheffield’s Poverty Truth Commission has been meeting for over a year, listening to the stories of local people and their experiences of poverty. “The system” is a theme that comes up time and time again. In this event we’ll explore what it is and whether it works. Hear local people share stories and have your say, with a panel facilitated by Ryan Wileman (Salvation Army), Andy Freeman and Zara Makinta (Space to Breathe).
Event Format & Information
- Doors open 4pm, start time 4:30pm
- Workshop with a mix of input from the front, discussion amongst attendees and question and answer.
- End time 6pm
Accessibility
- Seating: Unreserved seating is available at this event, but if you’d like us to reserve a seat for you or you have specific requirements eg. front row seat, end of aisle, please get in touch.
- Masks: FFP2 masks will be available for free.
- Audio: Microphones will be used at this event.
- Quiet space: There is no dedicated quiet space at this event. There are benches outside which attendees can use.