Arts Call for Darfur is an ongoing project aimed at raising money both for Save the Children in Darfur and for the arts in Wales, hoping to generate £50,000 during its first year.

It was created earlier this year when a group of individuals in Wales, concerned about the continuing crisis in Darfur, came together with the aim of making a difference. These individuals, with links to the art world both in Wales and Sudan, decided to create a project that would highlight the problems in Darfur and raise funds for the humanitarian relief work of Save the Children in this area. The group also wanted to showcase and support the efforts of Sudanese and local Welsh artists.

The concept for Arts Call for Darfur came from Mohamed Hamza, born in Sudan but who has been living in Wales for 20 years. He has become increasingly concerned about the crisis in Darfur and decided to take action:

"The crisis in Darfur, and the suffering, is on a scale too hard for most to understand. Millions of people are suffering and finding a solution is very hard. This project gives artists a chance to involve the Welsh public in making a difference," he said.

We welcome private individuals and businesses to join us as we try to make a difference to the lives of the people of Darfur.

The event will open with a number of discussions and activities relating to the project. There will of course be plenty of opportunity to view the exhibited art works, purchase limited edition prints of work and speak to the artists and organisers involved.

Speakers include:

David Alston, Arts Director Arts Council of Wales, Keith Towler, Programme Director Save the Children Wales Paul Hurley, Arts Call For Darfur Focus Group

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