Since its inauguration in 1974, the annual carnival has become a tradition. The event has grown every year and evolved into what is now a multicultural festival and a popular meeting place for people from all over Gothenburg.
It is understandable that Hammarkullen residents are proud of their carnival and neighbourhood. Having so many people from different parts of the world in the area makes the event a colourful display of cultures, music and dances. Held on the last weekend of May, it’s a celebration of the diverse population who make up the district.
In addition to the festivities, many local and international organisations participate on the different stages and exhibition stands throughout the carnival. Civis Association was one of the organisations taking part by providing information and pamphlets about the situation for Colombia’s youth.
Through discussions and activities with a focus on raising awareness about conscientious objection, Civis managed to reach out to many people who passed by their stand during the event. The result was several new members and signatures for a support letter, which will be sent to Jose Luis, a conscientious objector and one of many young men hiding from the military in Colombia.
Since 2009, the campaign group within Civis has arranged events and study groups on the theme of conscientious objection and kept in contact with the Civis partner organisation in Colombia, ACOOC, though email and videoconferences.
Do you want to become involved in the Civis campaign group and learn more about conscientious objection in Colombia? Contact Karolina Näsman: karolinanasman@hotmail.com
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