- What: A full day of workshops, talks and inspiring speakers
- When: Saturday 7th November 2026, 10am-5pm
- Where: Methodist Central Hall, Oldham St, Manchester M1 1JQ
Whether you’re a seasoned campaigner or have never taken action before, there's something at the National Gathering for you! At this full day event, you'll have the opportunity to:
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Skill up ahead of a crucial moment for our campaigns, when the UK takes over chairing the G20
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Learn how to ban the bailiffs in your community
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Help plan our next campaign
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Learn practical protest skills, like how to stay safe and make your voice heard
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Hear from inspiring speakers, including:
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Alimamy Bangua, Co-Chair of Refugee and Asylum Participatory Action Research
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Heidi Chow, Director at Debt Justice
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Athena Buchan and Aliyah Green, from It’s Just Economics
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And speakers from Together Against Debt Manchester
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You’ll leave with new skills, more knowledge about the debt crisis and what we’re up against, and new friends to organise alongside.
Attendance is free and lunch is provided. If you're able to, a small donation is welcome to help cover costs.
The venue is wheelchair accessible, with gender-neutral toilets and baby-changing facilities. Childcare and quiet spaces will additionally be available.
Please use the sign up form to tell us about any specific requirements, and we'll do our best to accommodate you. If you have any questions, please reach out to us by email.