Action for Race Equality

Action for Race Equality

@are-official.bsky.social

Shaping policy, challenging discrimination and delivering projects to end racial inequality in the UK across education, employment, enterprise & criminal justice

2,221 Followers 1,400 Following 123 Posts Joined Sep 2024
1 month ago
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Our latest org spotlight with Jonahs Project, speaks directly to the realities facing Black young people, from generational distrust in the system to the impact of adultification and the urgent need for led by and for approaches.

Read their reflections on why this matters👇
https://ow.ly/aJjP50Y9RWp

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1 month ago
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We’re #recruiting a Policy Officer to support the Alliance for Police Accountability (APA) at national and city level.
💷£30k
🕒 35 hrs
📍 Hybrid (King’s Cross/Brixton)
12-month fixed term
Deadline: Saturday 28 February, 5pm

Apply here 👉
https://ow.ly/Roka50YcmHc

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1 month ago
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Our new Windrush Commissioners’ Scorecard sets out 5 key interventions for 2026 – from funded legal representation to ending zero offers. Windrush survivors are still waiting for fair redress.

Read and download👇
https://ow.ly/UYN250YcpXv

#WindrushJustice

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1 month ago
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What does an apprenticeship really give you, beyond a qualification?🤔

As part of #NationalApprenticeshipWeek, our Apprentice reflects on his journey so far and shares honest advice for anyone considering an #apprenticeship route, or already on one.

🔗👉https://ow.ly/93q650YcbAX

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1 month ago
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INFORM OUR RESPONSE
Fewer children are entering the youth justice system, yet Black & Mixed Heritage children remain over-represented in custody.

Join our #PolicyActionForum on 25 Feb, 10:30-11:30AM to discuss what a child-first, racially just system should look like.

🔗https://ow.ly/sXAO50Y9ksu

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1 month ago
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Roots reflects a simple truth we see every day: awareness isn’t enough on it's own.
Lasting change takes sustained action, support but most importantly #ChangeNeedsAllOfUs.

If you believe this work should continue beyond #RaceEqualityWeek, you can support it here 👉https://ow.ly/9KxS50Y9nOs

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1 month ago
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Our new film, Roots isn’t just about the barriers young people face.
It’s about what's possible when young people are heard.
About support showing up.
About believing there is space for change.

Watch the full film and learn how you can support them 👇
🔗 https://ow.ly/vW7a50Y8Hiy

#ChangeNeedsAllOfUs

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1 month ago
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Racial inequality didn’t begin with this generation — and it didn’t happen by accident.
Our new film 'Roots', asks why inequality in education and opportunity continues to repeat itself, and how systems built without equity still shape outcomes today. #RaceEqualityWeek👇

🔗 https://ow.ly/gv5g50Y8hKf

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2 months ago
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We’re #Hiring🚨
We're looking for a Development Officer to support the APA, a Black-led national initiative driving police accountability and community-led violence reduction across England and Wales. 🔍

⏳ Contract: 12 months
💰 Salary: £30,000 pa
📅 Deadline: 23rd JAN 2026

Apply: ow.ly/jTk850XLp2W

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4 months ago
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We recently joined over 20 organisations at the #AllianceforRacialJustice away days in Birmingham. The 2-day residential brought members together to reflect on challenges facing the sector and strengthen collective efforts to tackle #racism, influence #policy, & improve collaboration across the UK.

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5 months ago
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Last week, @MayorofGM hosted the 2nd meeting of the Race Equity in Employment Task Force, which unites experts & govt to tackle disparities in employment for 16–24 yr olds from Black, Asian & Mixed Heritage backgrounds, creating a roadmap for change.⬇️
actionforraceequality.org.uk/race-equity-...

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5 months ago
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Our Policy & Research Officer, Qasim Alli, recently attended the Anti-Racism in the Curriculum Conference hosted by The Black Curriculum.
He spoke on a panel about policy reform & bridging the gap between those who write & deliver curriculum content. ⬇️
www.voice-online.co.uk/lifestyle/20...

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5 months ago
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We have relaunched our #Youth Action Network (YAN), an independent body of young leaders tackling the biggest challenges facing their generation. 🚀

Discover more and meet the leaders who will be shaping our work to drive race equality forward.
👉 actionforraceequality.org.uk/youth-action...

#YAN25

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6 months ago
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We’re thrilled to be shortlisted for Collaboration of the Year at the 2025 #LYAwards🙌
Our project with Year 8/9 boys at Brentside High explored knife crime & culminated in a powerful awareness podcast. 🎙️
Thanks to @londonyouth.bsky.social , our partners & the young people who made this possible. 🚀

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6 months ago
Quote which reads "Although the criminal justice system deals with young people known to them for crime-related law violations, a more proactive engagement with young people 'on the edge' is vital."

Too often, support for young people comes only after they’ve entered the Criminal Justice System. Fearless Youth Association (FYA) reaches them earlier—providing consistent #engagement, skills training, and confidence-building to help them choose #positive paths. Learn more👇
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6 months ago
Picture of a quote saying "the biggest challenge is short-term and time-bound funding, which results in unsustainable youth support initiatives."

Short-term #funding makes it hard for grassroots youth orgs like FYA to keep delivering consistent support. Sustainable funding is key to their work in the Criminal Justice System—engaging young people, building skills, and creating #opportunities to move away from violence.

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6 months ago
Quote which reads "The young people we support experience multiple disadvantages which increases their likelihood of being targeted by police and victimised."

Young people who experience multiple disadvantages are more likely to be targeted by police and victimised. #Grassroots organisations like Fearless Youth Association (FYA) provide crucial support to help them move away from #youthviolence.

Learn more about FYA👇
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6 months ago
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Bangladeshi and Pakistani women in good work Research on barriers for Bangladeshi and Pakistani women in accessing and progressing in good work.

The #paygap is hitting hard: 60% for Pakistani women, 50% for Bangladeshi women in #London.

New @london.go.uk research by @niesrorg.bsky.social explores barriers in the workplace & what must change to ensure equality.

Read More👉

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6 months ago
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Bangladeshi and Pakistani women in good work Research on barriers for Bangladeshi and Pakistani women in accessing and progressing in good work.

Unemployment rates for Pakistani & Bangladeshi women in London are over 3× higher than for men from the same communities (16.9% vs 5.5%).

New @london.gov.uk research by @niesrorg.bsky.social explores why & what must change.

Read more 👉 www.london.gov.uk/programmes-s...

#RaceEquality #LondonJobs

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7 months ago
Quote which reads "We actively engage and support young people, helping them to refrain from knife crime, youth, and gang violence, and empowering them to become active, confident, and responsible citizens."

In our latest organisation spotlight, we sat down with Fearless Youth Association (FYA), a grassroots group supporting #youngpeople in the CJS to move away from knife crime, #youth and gang violence, and to build confidence and skills.

Read more about FYA and their work👇
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7 months ago
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National Roundtable on Racist Attacks and Community Safety Racist attacks are rising, it's time to act. Join our national roundtable to build collective safety and demand accountability.

The Alliance for Police Accountability (APA) is hosting an online roundtable to discuss racist violence and how to improve #communitysafety on Thu 7 Aug (2–3:30pm UK). Join community leaders and academics to explore collaborative responses and improved safety protocols.👉

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8 months ago
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Proud moment! 🎙️

Yr 10 boys from @OasisHadley were recognised at the @shinemediawards for A Question of Colour, a podcast made through our Race Equality Action project.

🏆Rising Star
🎧⭐️Highly commended for Best Audio and Best Article

More on the awards⬇️
🔗 www.shine-schoolawards.org/2025/06/30/s...

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8 months ago
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📢 Over 5,500 #Windrush survivors have had compensation claims rejected — many without #legalsupport.

Every other major compensation scheme offers free legal support. MPs can change this.

✉️ Use our template to demand free legal representation for claims:
actionforraceequality.org.uk/new-briefing...

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8 months ago
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📸 Throwback to our Networking Event at City Hall during Ethnic Minority Graduate Week earlier this month!
We connected Black, Asian & mixed-heritage young people with employers for an inspiring afternoon of career talks & real opportunities.
Thanks to all who joined us! 🎓

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9 months ago
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We launched the #RaceEquity in Employment Task Force two weeks ago.

The first meeting, chaired by Mayor of Manchester, Andy Burnham, brought members together to begin shaping recommendations to tackle unemployment, low pay & underemployment for Black, Asian & Mixed Heritage youth.

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9 months ago
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This #KnifeCrimeAwarenessWeek, we’ve launched a new youth-led A Question of Colour episode. 🎙️

Created by Year 8 & 9 boys at Brentside High School, it explores knife crime through youth-led discussion & expert insight.

Find out more and listen here👇
actionforraceequality.org.uk/are-at-work/...

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9 months ago
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What could your org do with the right support?🤔

UPLIFT is a programme for Black, Asian & Mixed Heritage-led orgs in London — offering expert-led coaching, #strategy & hands-on learning to strengthen leadership, improve governance, and accelerate strategic growth.

Apply by 26 May: ow.ly/iB3c50VTjHW

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9 months ago
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🚨How will the Equality (Race & Disability) Bill impact protections like the PSED, socio-economic duty & equal pay rights?

📅Join our Policy Action Forum on 28 May to help shape our sector response to the consultation.

Sign up here: ow.ly/sfs250VS2gB

#RaceEquality #DisabilityRights

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9 months ago
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Our latest youth-led short film, Unconscious Bias, is out now.📽️

Written & created by Yr9 students at Alexandra Park School, through our latest Race Equality Action Project (REAP), it explores how bias shapes how #youngpeople are seen and treated.

Watch now: youtu.be/k9nfuv80k-g
#UnconsciousBias

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10 months ago
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What does real organisational support look like?🤔

UPLIFT is a 12-month programme for Black, Asian & Mixed Heritage-led orgs in London offering bespoke #consultancy, strategic guidance and co-designed support for growth and sustainability.

Apply now to be part of this new cohort: ow.ly/CmWt50VRO2U

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