THE ANARCHIST TEAPARTY
NATIONAL SYMPOSIUM 2003
The Anarchist Tea Party is primarily an event for anarchists to meet, share knowledge and skills and leave with the inspiration and motivation to make anarchism a central of their lives.
Workshops
There will be several main workshops held each morning followed by discussion groups on a variety of topics that will be run according to interest.
Collectives and consensus decision making; the in’s and out’s of collectives: what they’re about and how to successfully work as one. This is to designed to help us all through the weekend and to move on from there.
Surviving activism; Eileen Cassidy (87) will talk about her life of activism as an anarchist and just what motivates and inspires her to keep agitating for change. This will lead onto an open discussion about how to stay motivated and focused as anarchists.
Redefining relationships; Wendy-O-Matik from the US is here in Aotearoa on a speeking tour to promote her book and we are damned excited to hear that she is keen to talk about open relationships!
Education and de-schooling; George and Shaun will give the run down on how the state is fucking with our heads, how to shed it all and get on with the real learning.
Common Ground; a facilitated talk about the differences within our movements, the barriers that exist and how we can find common ground to work together. Why do anarchists argue amongst them selves? Why are there so few women and indigenous people involved? Why indeed.
Living outside capitalism; We want your experiences, ideas and dreams! Group talk to inspire and motivate, whether it be your work, home, food, fun, transport… whatever, it’s time to walk the talk and live anarchy!
Networks; On the last day we want to make a commitment to set up regional and national networks that will work together on a variety of projects, from propaganda to lifestyle. Some suggested ideas include: a national newspaper, web portal for everything Anarchist related in Aotearoa, an accommodation network, skills register, another conference…
Discussion Groups
Discussion groups to be held over the weekend will be timetabled on Thursday night according to interest and the wishes of those intending to participate. Friday and Saturday afternoon are available for these workshops. This list is not definite as people are still putting proposals to us as we get closer to the conference. So far they include:
- Introduction to Linux computer systems
- Water privitisation
- NZ involvement in the Isreal/Palestine war
- Anarcho-Feminism
- Anarchist history in NZ
- De-colononisation
- Cob building
- Tree climbing
- Herbalism/contraception
Timetable
We will be welcoming people to Marama-iti all week so feel free to turn up early!
Thursday
4.00 introduction, house rules, volunteer roster etc
5.00 dinner
6.30 collectives workshop
This will be followed by a brief description of the other workshops available, a decision on the time-tabling and how to run these workshops.
Maybe a movie if it’s not too late.
Friday
7.30 onwards: breakfast (to early? Not in the country…!)
9.30 onwards:
redefining relationships
surviving activism
education
1.00 lunch
Time is available to continue with the morning’s workshops if needed.
Discussion groups. At this stage there is a request that the anarcho-feminism workshop take place as some people will be leaving with Wendy to travel onto Wellington.
5.30 Dinner and a movie
Saturday
7.30 Breakfast
9.30 Workshops:
Common ground
Living outside capitalism.
1.00 Time is available to continue with these workshops if needed.
Discussion groups to be decided by YOU!
5.00 Dinner and a party, with rumours of a band playing.
Sunday
9.30 breakfast
11.00 Workshop on networking
12.00 BBQ lunch
Time for workshop to continue if needed.
Clean up and a trip to the beach if the sun is out!
As you can see the schedule has been left as a skeleton as we wish this to be a collectively organised organised event and this means your involvement.
There is ample time to hang out with people, go to the beach etc if you want to. We are also well situated for canoe or tramping trips if you want to plan other activities around the conference. You are of course welcome to stay on and help with the many projects underway!
The cost is $30 for your food and to pay for power, gas and some transport costs. This is negotiable if this means you can not attend. Talk to us! $10 Sat or Sun only. Free to escaped prisoners. Cheques to C.E.C. PO Box 9263, Wellington or cash on the day.
Bring: Rain & swimwear, tent or tarp, bedroll, sleeping bag, cup, cutlery, native seedlings, musical instruments, candles, torch, games, recipes. Zine submissions for publication.
Rubbish: Please pack out what you pack in.
Let us know of any special dietary requirements.
How to get there
Map below, or pick up from Moutoa Gardens, approx. 1pm, 3pm & 6pm. Ph (04) 384 1107 for carpool
Further info: email anarchistteaparty@yahoo.com or phone (04) 384 1107
If you know you are coming, please contact us.
The aim of this symposium is to build a better networked and more active anarchist movement. There will also be plenty of fun skill sharing and home brew. See you there! Thursday the 4th of December at 12.30pm suggested start time!