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CSREC @csrec.bsky.social · 14d

Wishing you a joyful and radiant Diwali!

May this Festival of Lights bring new hope, opportunities, joy into your life.

Happy Diwali to our communities across Central Scotland and further.

#HappyDiwali #FestivalOfLights #Diwali2025 #HopeAndJoy #LightOverDarkness

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The Poverty Alliance @povertyalliance.org · 16d

💔Poverty isn't inevitable. Everyone deserves to live a dignified life.

Join us as #WeDemandBetter for a Scotland free from poverty.

📅Saturday 25th October
📍Edinburgh

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CSREC @csrec.bsky.social · 22d

"Every migrant lost on a dangerous journey is someone's child, parent or friend. Writing for FMR meant honoring those lives by reaching people who can prevent the next loss. Not just academics, but aid workers at borders & officials whose policies determine life & death."

-Houman Oliaei, FMR75

Forced Migration Review @fmreview.bsky.social · 24d

Read Houman's article about the brokers who facilitate dangerous journeys through the Americas, and how they juggle constantly changing requirements along the route in a complex interplay of legal statuses, visa rules and strategic decision-making.

www.fmreview.org/dangerous-jo...

Networks of possibility: journeys from the Middle East to the US–Mexico border - Forced Migration Review

People from the Middle East attempting to reach the US navigate varied terrains as well as bureaucracy, corruption and changing visa regimes. Migration brokers develop dynamic networks, both regular a...

www.fmreview.org

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Human Rights Watch @hrw.org · 24d

Microsoft should suspend business activities that are contributing to grave human rights abuses and international crimes by the Israeli military and other Israeli government bodies.

There is no time to delay.

Israel/Palestine: Microsoft Should Avoid Contributing to Rights Abuses

Microsoft should suspend business activities that are contributing to grave human rights abuses and international crimes by the Israeli military and other Israeli government bodies, Human Rights Watch...

www.hrw.org

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CSREC @csrec.bsky.social · 27d

We’re halfway through our Digital Inclusion Course.

Next up: Online Safety and Security, Wednesday 8 October, 11:00 to 13:00 at Hawkhill Community Centre, Alloa. Free, beginner-friendly and open to all.

Sign up or refer someone: www.csrec.org.uk/csrec-digital-inclusion-course

CSREC @csrec.bsky.social · Sep 29

We’re excited to deliver the second Digital Inclusion Workshop this Wednesday, 11:00–13:00 at Hawkhill Community Centre, Alloa.

This week we’re diving into online resources and services.

Workshops run weekly until 15 October. For more info visit:
www.csrec.org.uk/csrec-digital-inclusion-course

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Amnesty International UK @amnestyuk.bsky.social · Sep 25

Almost 40% of “Prevent” referrals to counter‑terrorism police are CHILDREN between 11 and 15 years old. Nearly HALF are Muslim or Asian.

Beyond exam pressure & teenage angst, a generation is growing up under surveillance because of the “Prevent” duty.

Act now: amn.st/63324AbAd6

every uk secondary school starter pack, includes snapchat a sausage roll, textbooks, a phone with a broken screen, a grafitti'd desk, a tie and "Getting reported to counter-terror police because the UK government is forcing your teacher to surveil you."

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CSREC @csrec.bsky.social · Sep 22

“We must speak up against violence, hate, discrimination, and inequality; practice respect; and embrace the diversity of our world.”

These words from the United Nations capture the spirit of #internationaldayofpeace, observed annually on 21 September.

#CentralScotland #CSREC #RacialEquality

CSREC @csrec.bsky.social · Sep 15

We’re delighted to be nominated for Third Sector Team of the Year at the Scottish Ethnic Minority Talent Festival & Awards 2025. Thank you to our clients, partners & community, this recognition is shared with you all. #CSREC #CentralScotland #EqualityInAction

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Scottish Refugee Council @scotrefugeecouncil.bsky.social · Sep 12

We stand in solidarity with people seeking safety and against acts of violence and intimidation taking place in parts of the country.

Times are tough but people fleeing war and persecution are not to blame for Scotland’s problems. Everyone deserves to be safe and feel like they belong.

White text on purple background reads: "We all deserve to be safe and feel like we belong, no matter where we come from or how we arrived."

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Migrant Voice @migrantvoice.bsky.social · Sep 5

Over the summer we have seen an increasing "normalisation" of hostile rhetoric and actions against migrants, including those seeking asylum. This is emboldened by a media and political narrative which fails to challenge misinformation. Our latest editorial👇

www.migrantvoice.org/home/editori...

The press and politicians must share the blame for rising…

The situation in the UK, and elsewhere in the world, is becoming a lot scarier for many migrants.

www.migrantvoice.org

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Ethnic and Racial Studies @ersjournal.com · Sep 7

'I have my life here, I have my kids here, I'm not moving anywhere'

The victim of a racist attack says she intends to keep her family in their north Belfast home.

www.bbc.co.uk

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Scottish Refugee Council @scotrefugeecouncil.bsky.social · Sep 2

Some politicians are using lies about asylum hotels to stir up fear and division in our communities.

The truth is, we all deserve to be safe and to feel like we belong.

#AyeWelcomeRefugees

The truth about asylum hotels

People in asylum hotels do not live in five-star luxury. Conditions are very basic. Most people share cramped rooms with complete strangers. They have no cooking or laundry facilities and no choice about when or what they eat.

The truth about asylum hotels

People seeking asylum are not allowed to work and earn their own money. If housed in a hotel, you receive just £9.95 per week. This isn’t enough to cover public transport for vital appointments and buy basic essentials, like warm clothes

The truth about asylum hotels

The previous UK government paused decision-making on asylum claims, which has caused a huge backlog. Instead of contributing to local communities, people are stuck in hotels waiting months, sometimes years, to hear if they will get refugee protection.

The truth about asylum hotels

The UK government pays private companies huge profits to house people seeking asylum in unsuitable hotel accommodation. Instead, they could invest that money in local communities and provide social housing for everyone who needs it.

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CSREC @csrec.bsky.social · Aug 26

Join us at Hawkhill Community Centre, Alloa, to build confidence with digital tools, online safety, and more.

Open to ethnic minority communities across Central Scotland.

Wednesdays, 11:00–13:00 24th September to 15th October

Find out more: www.csrec.org.uk/csrec-digital-inclusion-course

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CSREC @csrec.bsky.social · Aug 25

CSREC condemns the hateful racist actions outside the Cladhan Hotel on 16 Aug. Peaceful protest is a right, but hate has no place in Falkirk or anywhere in Scotland.

Read our full statement: www.csrec.org.uk/csrec-statement-on-anti-immigration-protest/

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The ALLIANCE @alliancescot.bsky.social · Jun 24

Join @ALLIANCEScot in calling for a right to communication for all. Sign up to ensure equal rights for everyone - because communication is about more than just words: www.alliance-scotland.org.uk/more-than-wo...

#MoreThanWords #CommunicationForAll

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Human Rights Watch @hrw.org · Jun 20

The number of refugees is growing worldwide. All deserve to be treated with dignity and respect.

As we mark #WorldRefugeeDay, we're working towards safer pathways and better protection.

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Coalition for Racial Equality and Rights @crer-scotland.bsky.social · Jun 17

Scottish Government has published new interim guidance on addressing racism and racist incidents in schools, developed in collaboration with CRER and fellow members of the Anti-Racism in Education Programme's Racism and Racist Incidents Subgroup.

www.gov.scot/publications...

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Scottish Refugee Council @scotrefugeecouncil.bsky.social · Jun 13

📣 We've got a packed weekend ahead for Refugee Festival Scotland! From music and food to family fun and powerful storytelling, there’s so much happening! Here’s just a handful of events to head along to 👉 www.refugeefestivalscotland.co.uk/2025/06/whats-on-saturday-14-sunday-15-june/

What's on: Saturday 14 & Sunday 15 June - Refugee Festival Scotland

Get ready for a weekend of creativity, community and celebration! From family fun days to thought-provoking exhibitions, there’s something for everyone. Here is just a taste of what’s happening over t...

www.refugeefestivalscotland.co.uk

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Scottish COVID-19 Inquiry @covid19inquiry.scot · Jun 12

Today's hearing has adjourned for lunch.

We will return at 1.30pm with evidence from @crer-scotland.bsky.social.

More information and a broadcast is available on our website:
www.covid19inquiry.scot/hearing/impa...

Impact Hearing | Equalities and Human Rights | Day 2 | Scottish COVID-19 Inquiry

Day 2 of the Scottish COVID-19 Inquiry's equalities and human rights impact hearings.Date: 12 June 2025Time: 10am

www.covid19inquiry.scot

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Scottish COVID-19 Inquiry @covid19inquiry.scot · Jun 12

We will now hear evidence from a panel from Regional Equality Councils.

Watch the broadcast online:
youtu.be/DHNqS5xwYEg

Impact hearing | Equalities and Human Rights | 12 June 2025 (morning session)

YouTube video by Scottish COVID-19 Inquiry

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CSREC @csrec.bsky.social · Jun 13

CSREC has given evidence at @covid19inquiry.scot this morning along with colleagues from WSREC, GREC, and Fife Centre for Equalities, for the Equalities and Human Rights impact hearings. Our colleagues from BEMIS Scotland and CRER have also given evidence at today’s session. Access to full session👇🏻

Scottish COVID-19 Inquiry @covid19inquiry.scot · Jun 12

Today's session has now adjourned. We thank BEMIS Scotland, the Regional Equalities Councils and @crer-scotland.bsky.social for their important contribution to the Inquiry's investigations.

We will return tomorrow at 10am:
www.covid19inquiry.scot/hearing/impa...

Impact Hearing | Equalities and Human Rights | Day 3 | Scottish COVID-19 Inquiry

Day 3 of the Scottish COVID-19 Inquiry's equalities and human rights impact hearings.Date: 13 June 2025Time: 10am

www.covid19inquiry.scot

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Scottish COVID-19 Inquiry @covid19inquiry.scot · Jun 12

Today's session has now started.

We will first hear evidence from Danny Boyle of BEMIS Scotland.

Watch the broadcast online: youtu.be/DHNqS5xwYEg

Impact hearing | Equalities and Human Rights | 12 June 2025 (morning session)

YouTube video by Scottish COVID-19 Inquiry

youtu.be

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CSREC @csrec.bsky.social · Jun 13

With heavy, broken hearts we receive this news. A grave loss of an icon of race equality who has inspired many of the lives he touched. Our deepest condolences to his family. Rest in power, Sir Geoff Palmer. You will be hugely missed 💔.

Scottish Refugee Council @scotrefugeecouncil.bsky.social · Jun 12

We're deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Sir Geoff Palmer. A courageous champion of equality, he challenged how we talk about history.

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Human Rights Consortium Scotland @hrcscotland.bsky.social · May 26

📣 Save the date!
We're hosting a webinar on concluding observations from the UK’s recent ICESCR review and next steps for civil society in Scotland.
🗓️ Tues 24 June 2025
🕐 13:30-15:00 (UK time)
💻 Online (Zoom)
Speakers TBA - details soon!
Hold the date and join us!

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