Jim has a background in 'live' arts and worked at the Institute of Contemporary Arts (ICA) in London for many years. As well as Theatre and new writing he is also interested in International politics, peace agreements and reconciliation having studied Law and politics at degree level and Peace and Conflict Studies on a Masters programme. Between 2005 and 2012 he coordinated the political and historical programme at the Gasyard Feile, Derry's biggest community arts festival and continues to work with Foyle Pride where he has been an active Committee member for several years. In the past he has been on the selection committee for documentaries and the jury for International Shorts at the Foyle Film Festival.

 

 

 

 

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