🌍 New free @OpenUniversity courses on migrant participation!

Helping West Midlands migrants & orgs get involved in civic & public life.

👉 For migrants: www.open.edu/openlearncre...

👉 For orgs: www.open.edu/openlearncre...

Thanks to our brilliant partners & collaborators 👏

We’re thrilled to welcome Ruth Kent and Jacobo Belilty to the SEC Equity Advisory Board!

Two inspiring leaders driving inclusion, representation, and equity across local government and beyond.

Read more www.socialequity.org.uk/equity-advis...

#SocialEquity #Inclusion #Leadership #LocalGovernment

🚀 We’ve officially kicked off our Local Government Training Programme!

Our first workshop on UK Politics was led by our CEO @teobenea.bsky.social and we welcomed 10 brilliant participants passionate about migrant justice. 💬✨

🚀 Local authorities — sign our Migrant Inclusive Local Government Pledge!

Get expert support on:
🔹 Inclusion strategies
🔹 Diversity action plans
🔹 Engaging migrant groups

Commit to real change 👉 www.socialequity.org.uk/news-posts/a...

#InclusionMatters #LocalGov

🚀 A huge thank you to everyone who applied for our very first Local Government Training Programme!

Thrilled to have received over 90 applications — the response has been incredible. 🎉

Stay tuned for updates on the programme and thanks again to everyone who applied for your effort and enthusiasm!

🚨 Only 2 days left to apply for the SEC Local Government Training Programme.

This unique programme is built to support first-generation migrants in exploring pathways into local government.

📅 Deadline: Friday, 26th September at 12pm (noon)

👉 Apply here: www.socialequity.org.uk/our-training

⏳ Two Weeks Left!

The SEC Local Government Training Programme is a unique opportunity for first-generation migrants living in London to gain skills, knowledge, and confidence to step into public leadership.

📅 Deadline: Friday, 26th September 12pm
👉 Apply now: www.socialequity.org.uk/our-training

🚀 We’re thrilled to launch the Local Government Training Programme!

Are you:
✔️ A first-generation migrant?
✔️ Interested in a role in local government?
✔️ Passionate about representing your community?

📅 Applications close: Friday, 26 Sept
👉 Apply here: www.socialequity.org.uk/our-training

Our research report showed that 75% of migrants have NEVER met an employee from the same background as theirs in their local council. Migrant voices are rarely heard in local policy development. Read our report for more insights and recommendations: www.socialequity.org.uk/our-research

🎉 Exciting news — our Local Government Training Programme is now accredited!

🤝 Big shoutout to our trainers — Teresa Norman, David Tross, @teobenea.bsky.social & @adinamaglan.bsky.social — for creating this impactful course.

📅 Recruitment starts in September — stay tuned for how to apply!

🌟 Happy Volunteers’ Week! 🌟
A huge THANK YOU to the amazing volunteers from Financial Times Georgie Cauthery @gmhitchens.bsky.social Mimi Morrill who supported us through the #StrongerVoices Programme by @mediatrust.bsky.social
Your support has been truly invaluable! 🙌

#MatchedByMediaTrust

Big news! 🎉 On 23rd May, we launched our first report at City Hall:

Migrant Representation in UK Local Government Workforces

Co-authored by @adinamaglan.bsky.social & Dr. David Tross, funded by Paul Hamlyn Foundation.

📝 Read our blog: lnkd.in/eVtjdnHd

#MigrantVoices #RepresentationMatters

We had an amazing time at the launch of our report today at City Hall. Inspiring conversations and lot of food for thought. Thank you so much to our speakers and all those that supported us on this journey.

📢 Launching today our first research report:

Migrant Representation in UK Local Government Workforces: Advancing Justice and Participation for Equitable Governance

📥 Read now 👉
www.socialequity.org.uk/research
#Equity #MigrantVoices #LocalGov

🚨 Last Chance to Have Your Say! 🚨

Are you a migrant living in the UK? Help shape our research on migrant representation in local government!

💭 The survey is anonymous and closes Friday, 28th February!

👉 Take the survey now: lnkd.in/dHrbyRQj

#RepresentationMatters #SocialEquity #MigrantVoices

Delighted to attend Migrant Participation in Civic, Political and Public Life conference organised by CREME in Birmingham.
@teobenea.bsky.social and @adinamaglan.bsky.social speaking about the important work done the field of migrant participation and representation in public sector.

Make your voice heard! 📢
If you're a migrant living in the UK, we want to hear from you! Fill out our survey by the end of February and help us drive change.
Share this with your networks and spread the word!

🌟 We’ve Revamped Our Website! 🌟

The SEC website has a brand-new look! 🎉

🔹 What’s New?

✅ A clearer vision of our work

✅ Fresh insights into our values

✅ Easier access to our research and initiatives

💻 Check it out now: www.socialequity.org.uk

📢 Your Voice Matters: Shape the Future of Local Government Representation! 🌟

Are you a migrant living in the UK? This is your chance to share your perspective! 🙌

🚨 Have Your Say!

Are you a migrant living in the UK? We want to hear from YOU! 💬

We are conducting important research on migrant representation and workforce diversity in local councils.

👉 Take the survey here: forms.gle/mG9RPSTaesBP...

#RepresentationMatters #SocialEquity #MigrantVoices

At Social Equity Centre we are taking a well deserved break and we will be back in 2025 with more exciting projects!

Exciting News!

We’re thrilled to announce our continued collaboration with CREME to launch another groundbreaking project focused on increasing migrant participation in public life.

Stay tuned for updates as we move forward with this impactful work!