27 November 2006

Anti-Racism Events in Coventry

Warwick University is having its Rise Against Racism week from 27th November until 1st December.

It will include films, talks and workshops, notably:

Wed 29th November -- a talk by David Michael, retired chief superintendent, about his experiences in the police force and the speakers will also draw on the problems within the police force and what needs to be done so that it can change

Thu 30th November -- a workshop on refugee identity, with Laurence Chester, Chair of the National Refugee Integration Forum, and Penny Walker, Coventry Peace House

Fri 1st December -- a talk on fighting the BNP and why they are a threat to society.

There was also the recent "Coventry Love Music Hate Racism" launch party, on the 20th of November:

Caron McKenna, spokesperson for Coventry Love Music Hate Racism said, ‘Far right groups like the BNP are actively trying to undermine the reputation of our city as a place where people from many different backgrounds and cultures work, live and enjoy ourselves together. Two Tone music represented the idea that music can bring black and white people together to enjoy and energise ourselves, and learn that we best solve our problems by working together rather than blaming the first scapegoat that the racists suggest. The Love Music Hate Racism campaign will counter the distortions being spread by some sections of the media, opportunist politicians and the hatemongers of the British National Party. We aim to continue the tradition of Coventry as a city that unites people and that shows the racists the door’.

6 comments:

Anonymous said...

what a load of old drivel

Anonymous said...

British people are fast becoming 2nd class citizens in their own cities

scott redding said...

It's hard to engage in a debate with people if you're signing anonymously. Without knowing exactly what you're referring to, anti-racism doesn't lead to "2nd class" citizenship. Instead, it tries to ensure equal citizenship for everyone.

Anonymous said...

At least when both sides are engaged in debate we can see what's drivel and what isn't. The BNP should be allowed to speak, if only to show up their own ignorance and stupidity. Everyone should be allowed to speak, but not to the extent where it harms others (picketing worship places, etcetera, is abhorrent).

Anonymous said...

At least when both sides are engaged in debate we can see what's drivel and what isn't. The BNP should be allowed to speak, if only to show up their own ignorance and stupidity. Everyone should be allowed to speak, but not to the extent where it harms others (picketing worship places, etcetera, is abhorrent).

Anonymous said...

At least when both sides are engaged in debate we can see what's drivel and what isn't. The BNP should be allowed to speak, if only to show up their own ignorance and stupidity. Everyone should be allowed to speak, but not to the extent where it harms others (picketing worship places, etcetera, is abhorrent).