Annual Solidarity Fair and Community Gathering
Date: December 12, 2025
Location: A.R.A.C Headquarters, Vitry-sur-Seine
Event Description:
On December 12, 2025, A.R.A.C will hold its Annual Solidarity Fair and Community Gathering, a festive and meaningful occasion to celebrate friendship, solidarity, and shared commitment to veterans and victims of war.
Starting at 9:00 AM, the event will open with a market of local artisans, nonprofit organizations, and social enterprises. Visitors can explore booths offering handcrafted goods, information on social services, and opportunities for community involvement.
At 11:00 AM, a series of presentations will highlight solidarity initiatives both locally and internationally. Speakers will share inspiring stories of mutual aid, veteran support programs, and successful peacebuilding projects.
Lunch will be available from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM, with a communal meal emphasizing inclusivity and sharing.
The afternoon from 1:30 PM to 4:00 PM will feature cultural activities, including music performances by local artists, poetry readings related to memory and peace, and participatory workshops such as collaborative mural painting and storytelling circles.
A highlight of the day will be the recognition ceremony at 3:30 PM, honoring volunteers and members who have demonstrated exceptional dedication to the association’s mission.
The event will close with a collective singing of peace songs and a call to ongoing solidarity.
This gathering is an opportunity for community members to connect, celebrate, and renew their commitment to a society built on respect and care for veterans, victims, and all who strive for peace.
Attendance is free and open to all ages and backgrounds.