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Non-Violence Festival at La Bellevilloise
The 5th edition of the Non-Violence Festival will be held at La Bellevilloise on Saturday, November 21st, from 1 pm to 11 pm! To discover how non-violence is radical and revolutionary, come train and discuss with the participating non-violent organizations.
La Bellevilloise (Paris 20th)
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To discover how non-violence is radical and revolutionary, come train and discuss with the non-violent organizations participating in the Non-Violence Festival!
We will meet on November 21st at La Bellevilloise (Paris 20th).
Program:
- From 12 pm to 1 pm: Welcome and meet the associations at the Associative Village (running from 12 pm to 5:30 pm)
- From 1 pm to 5:30 pm: • Eight one-hour workshops, divided into two paths of four workshops: "Defending Democracy" and "Reinventing Democracy".
- From 5:30 pm to 7 pm: a round table "A few months before the presidential election, how does democracy resist?", moderated by Politis, with:
- Nathalie Achard, author of the essay Armer la non-violence
- Lumir Lapray, author of Ces gens-là (2023) and Organiser : Reprendre le pouvoir, mode d'emploi (2026)
- Gabriel Mazzolini, mobilization officer at Amis de la Terre
- From 8 pm onwards: a festive and activist evening with the theater company Impro Sexes et Genre, Louisadonna, and the RemremX!
Event with pay-what-you-want pricing upon registration. Discover the list of workshops via the registration link: https://www.helloasso.com/associations/non-violence-xxi/evenements/le-festival-de-la-non-violence-5eme-edition
Our take on this event
Forget standard activism and discover the radical power of non-violence in the heart of the 20th arrondissement. From hands-on workshops that challenge how we think about democracy to a vibrant evening of live music and theater, this is where collective reflection meets pure energy.
On Saturday, November 21, 2026, La Bellevilloise in the 20th arrondissement hosts the 5th edition of the Non-Violence Festival. This event invites attendees to explore the revolutionary potential of non-violence through a comprehensive program featuring community networking, thematic workshops, and live performances. Designed for participants aged 12 and over, the festival operates on a pay-what-you-wish basis with mandatory registration. Whether you are seeking to learn more about grassroots activism or simply wish to engage with democratic issues, this day offers a unique space for dialogue, connection, and celebration in a historic Parisian setting.
The event runs from 12:00 to 23:00 at La Bellevilloise. Starting at noon, guests are invited to explore the association village, which remains open until 17:30. Throughout the afternoon, from 13:00 to 17:30, attendees can participate in eight distinct one-hour workshops focused on two key themes: defending democracy and reinventing democracy.
At 17:30, a round-table discussion hosted by Politis will address how democracy resists in the lead-up to the presidential election. The panel features guests Nathalie Achard, Lumir Lapray, and Gabriel Mazzolini. This session serves as a core intellectual pillar of the event.
Beginning at 20:00, the atmosphere shifts to a festive and activist-led evening. The program includes performances by the theater company Impro Sexes et Genre, singer Louisadonna, and the group RemremX. The festival is open to those aged 12 and older. While admission is free, registration is required, and attendees are invited to contribute via a pay-what-you-wish model.
