The Power of Civil Disobedience

‘Everybody to Kenmure Street’ takes place on an early Eid morning in 2021, when a neighbourhood in Glasgow spontaneously mobilises to stop the deportation of their two neighbours. The documentary shows the power of putting your body on the line to stand up against injustice and how solidarity can produce real results.

The deportation is stopped, and the neighbourhood wins. The victory gives cause to reflect on the question: How does civil disobedience take shape in Denmark today?

Drawing on the story told in the film, we will explore how activists in Denmark mobilize, organize, and carry out actions. At a time when this form of activism is increasingly being criminalized and becoming more risky, we will also focus on the legal framework surrounding civil disobedience together with Alex Cuzzolino from Ulydig Retshjælp and Nanna Dahler, PhD candidate in Gender Studies and former No-Borders activist.

Join us for an inspiring talk at Demokrati Garage, an independent meeting place and innovation space in Copenhagen’s Nordvest district dedicated to strengthening and renewing democracy. The venue is open to everyone and provides a framework for democratic participation, community, collaboration, and dialogue.

This conversation will be in English.