Join us for a day of creativity, conversation and connection as we explore how to build cities that put people, communities and nature first.

This event from AdBlock Leeds and Adfree Cities is about reimagining our public spaces—free from the pressure of corporate advertising— turning them into places that support wellbeing, joy and justice. We’ll hear from artists, activists, planners and local people who are working to make our cities fairer, greener and more caring.

Through workshops, talks and shared ideas, we’ll explore how consumer culture affects our mental health and environment, and dream up ways to make space for art, green spaces and community power.

Let’s chat, dream and plan for cities that actually feel good to live in.

Attendance is free! Please register your place.

Schedule of the day:

11.00 - 11.15am - Arrivals

11.15 - 11.45am - Welcome & introduction to AdBlock Leeds and Adfree Cities

11.45 - 12.15pm - How to Save a City with Paul Chatterton

12.15 - 1.00pm - Lunch

1.00 - 2.30pm - Transforming Ad Space into Art Space workshop

2.30 - 3.30pm - How to create ad-free cities - introducing 'ethical' ad policies

3.30 - 4.00pm - Laptop resistance - how to block new digital screens

We really want to encourage people coming from outside of Leeds so if you need help with travel to attend please contact charlotte@adfreecities.org.uk.

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