On the 23rd of April ( St. George's Day) a highly successful event called 'Newcastle Unites!' was held at the Monument in the centre of Newcastle, celebrating our multicultural city. This was welcomed by a (multi-ethnic) audience, including many people who would not have stopped to take part in the usual sort of anti-facist rally, who stayed around to enjoy the diverse performers,responding really positively on issues of prejudice raised. After last year, where the same spot had been taken over by chanting fascists, many commented that this was a welcome event. This year a large number of EDL were present in a city pub, the event however created a safer space for everyone in the centre of the city. Many different groups/individuals contributed to Newcastle Unites!, including stalls from Unite against Facism and No Borders NE (who also ran interactive activities), Show Racism the Red Card, Newcaste ARCH, and Hope Not Hate provided leaflets and materials to give away. Many individuals and small groups also contributed. Geordies are very proud to be black and white and the success of the anti-racist/anti-fascist gathering proved that!