Iconic Scottish song ‘Dignity’ hits the big screen

Legendary Scottish musician Ricky Ross wowed crowds as he spoke passionately about his humanitarian work in Africa.

The Deacon Blue iconic hit ‘Dignity’ was centre-stage too at the GFT in Glasgow as a film was launched in its name.

For many years Ricky and his wife Lorraine have supported the work of SCIAF. It’s a cause close to their hearts, having both travelled to Zambia, Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Ricky said:

"I was delighted to be involved in the whole project and it was great to finally see it on the big screen. I enjoyed being in the GFT with so many SCIAF supporters, sharing our stories of Zambia."

‘Dignity’ is the brainchild of James Cave, SCIAF's filmmaker.

The film launch marks the start of SCIAF’s 60^th anniversary year – having been founded in a Rutherglen classroom in 1965.

James said:

“Filming for SCIAF has taken me to some of the poorest, most inaccessible places on the planet – which are also some of the most inspiring and heart-warming places I've ever been too.

“So, to be able to shine a light on these voices – while rubbing shoulders with music legend Ricky Ross – has been a real highlight for me."