‘The Human Library’ saw over 70 people through the door for a two-hour experience of listening to people’s stories.
Four people from different walks of life told their stories, how they faced mental health struggles, fought with addiction, dealt with grief; and, fought to survive domestic violence.
The event was funded by The Executive Office, and organised by the Healthy Living Centre at the Old Library Trust in conjunction with the Bogside and Brandywell Health Forum and the North West Community Network, as part of their communities in transition project.
5. Roisin McLaughlin, main facilitator, 'Human Library' explaining how it works, during Thursday night's event in the Old Library Trust, Creggan. (Photos: Jim McCafferty Photography)
Roisin McLaughlin, main facilitator, 'Human Library' explaining how it works, during Thursday night's event in the Old Library Trust, Creggan. (Photos: Jim McCafferty Photography) Photo: JMcC
6. Registration at Thursday's 'Human Library' event at the Old Library Trust, Creggan. (Photos: Jim McCafferty Photography)
Registration at Thursday's 'Human Library' event at the Old Library Trust, Creggan. (Photos: Jim McCafferty Photography) Photo: JMcC
7. Mo Mahon giving out some leaflets at the Bogside Brandywell Health Forum's stall on Thursday night at the Old Library Trust, Creggan.
Mo Mahon giving out some leaflets at the Bogside Brandywell Health Forum's stall on Thursday night at the Old Library Trust, Creggan. Photo: JMcC
8. Facilitator Mandy Chism leading one of the 'Human Library' classes on Thursday night.
Facilitator Mandy Chism leading one of the 'Human Library' classes on Thursday night. Photo: JMcC