Bananarchy - the serious side of the global banana trade

Unpeeling the truth: Artist Pippa Hale in conversation with slavery expert Cristina Talenns

Artist Pippa Hale will be in conversation with Cristina Talens, the University of Hull’s Director of Modern Slavery Risk Assessments and Head of Business Risk Assessment Services, to explore the serious side of the global banana trade.

Cristina Talens has more than 20 years' experience in ethical trading, sustainability and supply chains. She has worked with migrant workers on modern slavery issues in the UK, France and Italy.

In 2000, she joined the UN Global Programme Against Trafficking and Smuggling of Human Beings, to develop international programmes tackling organised crime, smuggling and trafficking.

Thereafter she joined the private sector to advise businesses on their supply chains.

Today she regularly conducts social audit assignments and risk assessments on behalf of major UK supermarkets and supports them on the requirements of the Modern Slavery Act.

Organised by the Humber Street Gallery

Humber Street Gallery was established in 2017 as part of the City of Culture programme and has developed into a vibrant, high-quality contemporary visual art space for Hull. We host a year-round exhibitions programme as well as events, performances and activities.

Our ambition is to be known for making contemporary art accessible without compromising art or underestimating audiences, presenting an ambitious, thought-provoking cultural programme in a welcoming and engaging environment.

We aim to further develop the venue into a multi-artform and multi-functional creative centre, showcasing a wide range of art and activities providing something for everyone.