Equality Updates newsletter - 29th May 2014
produced on behalf of
Glasgow Equality Forum
Events Diary
Scottish news and events:
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From UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW
20
th June, GLASGOW
'Dialogues with Scotland's History of Domestic Abuse: A one-day symposium'
Speakers and delegates at this event will examine the history of domestic abuse, the interrelationship between historians' work and that of researchers working in other disciplines, and the implications of such academic work for contemporary practice and policy. Academic analysis of the prevalence, attitudes surrounding, and experience of domestic abuse over the nineteenth, twentieth and early twenty-first centuries will stimulate discussion of the ways in which historical findings can serve to inform future provision, practice and policy in the field. To register please use this link:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dialogues-with-scotlands-history-of-domestic-abuse-tickets-11753311471?ref=estw For enquiries and further information please contact Meagan Butler:
m.butler.1@research.gla.ac.uk
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From SCOTLAND EQUALITY LAW BULLETIN - MAY 2014
Court of Session judgment in Glasgow City Council ALEO equal pay appeal
The Court of Session recently issued its judgment in Glasgow City Council v Unison and Fox Cross Claimants [2014] CSIH 27, upholding the judgment of the Employment Appeal Tribunal that Glasgow City Council are associated employers for the purposes of equal pay law and that the female claimants working for City Parking and Cordia can compare their pay with that of men still working for the Council.
http://digbig.com/5bkabq
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From GLASGOW CENTRE FOR INCLUSIVE LIVING
GCIL Equality Academy Showcase
On the 24th April GCIL Equality Academy welcomed clients old and new for an enjoyable evening at 29 Studios, showcasing the range of services available. John Mason MSP opened the event with an endorsement of the GCIL Equality Academy’s work, which also featured on his blog,
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xjhArivcejs. The guests were also treated to a sneak preview of the Equality Academy's promotional videos, created by the talented team at 29 Studios,
www.29studios.com. The videos will be launched to the public shortly, so keep an eye on our social media sites for the premiere. Please visit our website for details on the full range of services offered
www.gcilequalityacademy.org.uk or contact a member of the team on 0141 395 0464 or
equalityacademy@gcil.org.uk.
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From RAPE CRISIS SCOTLAND
Survivor views on a future Scotland
As the Referendum approaches, Rape Crisis Scotland is keen to seek the views of survivors on what they would like responses to sexual violence to look like in a future Scotland. What needs to change? What would really make a difference?
http://www.rapecrisisscotland.org.uk/news/survivor-views-on-a-future-scotland/
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From ENGENDER
5
th June, EDINBURGH
Constitutional Café
The event is aimed at ‘undecided’ voters and, rather than speeches and heated debate between politicians, we want to create a space for women and men, with an interest in social justice, rights and equalities, to engage in conversation with activists. A total of six representatives from the two campaigns will set up stall at separate tables. Participants will rotate as they please and drive the substance of the discussion. The tables are loosely themed around politics and power, society and culture and the economy, in line with our recent report
http://digbig.com/5bjyxq (PDF), which outlines the gender policy context and where powers to affect change currently lie. Places can be booked at Engender’s website here
http://digbig.com/5bjyxp We would be very pleased to see you there, and would be extremely grateful if you could share the details of this event with your networks. All are welcome.
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From NHS GREATER GLASGOW AND CLYDE: EQUALITIES IN HEALTH
HIV Awareness & Stigma - Staff Survey
Following a series of concerns raised by people living with HIV who reported experiencing stigma and discrimination within NHSGGC, a survey was conducted to better understand NHSGGC staff's HIV knowledge, attitudes towards those living with HIV, awareness of HIV discrimination within the health service and to assess staff training needs. To view the full and summary versions of the survey report, please click here:
http://www.equalitiesinhealth.org/public_html/staff_resources_disability.html
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From LUMINATE, SCOTLAND'S CREATIVE AGEING FESTIVAL
Be part of Luminate 2014!
If you are planning arts events or activities in Scotland in October that are aimed at older people, or that have a theme related to ageing, we'd love to hear from you. You can submit your proposal for this year's festival online at www.luminatescotland.org/luminate-proposal and the deadline for submissions in Friday 27 June 2014.
http://www.luminatescotland.org/luminate-proposal
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From SCOTTISH RECOVERY NETWORK
11
th June, EDINBURGH, Scottish Story-telling Centre, 10am – 2pm
Write to Recovery official launch – Book your place!
Join the Scottish Recovery Network (SRN) for the official launch of their new story-sharing website Write to Recovery. SRN have designed the website to support people affected by mental health problems on their journeys of recovery. It provides tools and inspiration to help write and share personal stories of lived experience. More information on how to book your free place can be found here
http://bit.ly/1nsfjA2 (places will be given on a first come, first serve basis).
Informing recovery approaches: new research from SRN
http://bit.ly/1g1r64W
see me now
Future plans for Scotland's national programme to tackle mental health stigma and discrimination.
http://bit.ly/1qw6c2l
Dynamics and dialogue
Last month, long-term recovery activist Fiona Macdonald shared personal experiences and views of childhood abuse and its relationship with recovery. This was complemented by an article in which SRN sought to make the case for stronger linkages between recovery and trauma informed approaches. Here, Fiona continues the dialogue by setting out, and reflecting on, a set of key questions
http://bit.ly/1hHpgl1
What recovery means to me: Lisa Archibald
http://bit.ly/1mhP9wW
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From BEMIS and CEMVO SCOTLAND
22
nd July, EDINBURGH, 7pm – 9pm, Scott House, 10 South St Andrew St, EH2 2AZ
Ethnic Minority 3rd Sector Network (
EM3SN) Independence Referendum Discussion
The EM3SN will follow up our series of white paper conversations earlier this year with an opportunity to discuss the Independence Referendum with representatives of the YES and Better Together campaigns. The full report of those White Paper conversations can be accessed here: EM3SN White Paper Consultations Summary:
http://bemis.org.uk/docs/em3sn-white-paper-consultations-summary.pdf Please note that registration is essential for this event as places are limited to venue capacity. To book a place at this event please contact either: Danny Boyle, Parliamentary and Policy Officer, BEMIS, 38 Queen St, Glasgow G1 3DX Tel: 0141 548 8047
danny.boyle@bemis.org.uk, OR Fiaz Khan, Race Equality Mainstreaming Officer, Cemvo Scotland, 95-107 Lancefield St, Glasgow G3 8HZ Tel: 0141 248 4830
fiaz.khan@cemvoscotland.org.uk
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From CAPABILITY SCOTLAND
Capability Scotland prepares for the Commonwealth Games (23/05/14)
"When your voice is but a whisper". On 12th July disabled people from across Scotland, who are supported by Capability Scotland, will premiere a "Song for the Commonwealth" at Upper Springland in Perth. The performance will be the culmination of an exciting programme of sports, arts and cultural events held across our services in celebration of the 2014 Commonwealth Games:
http://digbig.com/5bkabx
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From BEMIS and GRAMNet (Glasgow Refugee, Asylum & Migration Network)
3
rd June, GLASGOW, University of Glasgow, 3pm – 5pm
Seminar 1: Language of Home in Scotland
As part of our
Multicultural Homecoming 2014 programme (
http://bemis.org.uk/project/multicultural-homecoming-2014/), BEMIS, in partnership with GRAMNet and the University of Glasgow will be conducting three seminars reflecting on the historic structure of diversity in Scotland (Intangible Cultural Heritage, Citizenship and Home) combining academic and grass roots debates with regards to Home, Identity and Belonging in Scotland. Places are limited, so to book your place, please email
seminars@bemis.org.uk with your name and organisation (if applicable).
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From HOLYROOD
New inequality findings released
Research into links between communities and inequality. The neighbourhood in which you live can have a “substantial impact” on your future experiences and outcomes, according to a new report.
http://www.holyrood.com/2014/05/new-inequality-findings-released/
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From HIV SCOTLAND
Survey: Share your experiences of services in Scotland
If you're living with HIV in Scotland, we'd like to hear about which services you use, and your experiences with them.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/NB9CQ7F
'Boys who like boys': new NAT survey
The National AIDS Trust are inviting gay and bisexual men aged 14 - 19 to take their survey on how and where young men learn about sex, relationships and HIV. Take the survey if you fit the bill, or encourage your service users to take part.
http://www.hivaware.org.uk/boys.php
http://nat.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_6L3cUcKskiOqRlX
Book a positive speaker for your event - plus new media training
The best way to understand what it's like to live with HIV is to hear directly from someone who has it. Our 'positive speakers' are trained in talking to policy and decision makers about their lives with HIV, so if you are making decisions that could affect people with HIV contact us and book a speaker today. And if you have HIV and would like to become a positive speaker, get in touch too - we have a new training session coming up, this time on talking to the media about living with HIV.
http://www.hivscotland.com/about-us/contact/
More news from HIV Scotland ebulletin:
including: Your say: rights of women with HIV; Share your PIP experience with MSPs; Sex education for all: Sign the petition….
http://digbig.com/5bjyxm
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From HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE ALLIANCE SCOTLAND
University of Strathclyde launches Centre for Health Policy
The Centre for Health Policy will draw on expertise in health technologies, economics, business, psychology, politics and related areas. Tackling health challenges will be the focus of a new centre at the University of Strathclyde.
http://digbig.com/5bkaae
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From THE SCOTSMAN
One in six Scottish households ‘mixed ethnicity’ (28/05/14)
Researchers at the Centre on the Dynamics of Ethnicity analysed recent censuses held in Scotland
http://digbig.com/5bkaaf
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From VOLUNTARY ACTION SCOTLAND
18
th June, GLASGOW, 10.30am – 3.30pm
TSI Practice Forum: Models of befriending practice in Reshaping Care for Older People - unpicking the TSI role:
This joint VAS and ALLIANCE practice forum aims to explore in more detail the different ways in which TSIs are supporting, shaping and delivering befriending within RCOP. It seeks to examine and unpick the TSI role and explore the value that their involvement and support brings in befriending models and approaches that are: TSI led; Collaborative (TSI and third sector partnership); Third sector led with TSI offering support. The event will involve TSI practice contributions on each of these three approaches and conversations on understanding the specific role and added value that TSIs bring to RCOP befriending activities. The forum will also include the opportunity to scope out what we might want from, and can contribute to, a national 'TSI befriending toolkit'. For an agenda and booking form please contact
Janette.gallacher@vascotland.org
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From GLASGOW WOMEN'S LIBRARY
21
st June, EDINBURGH, Edinburgh Central Library, 1pm – 3pm
Mixing the Colours: Women Speaking about Sectarianism CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOP
As part of the Harpies, Fechters and Quines Festival in Edinburgh writer, Magi Gibson will facilitate this free workshop for women, with the aim of producing writing about women’s experience of sectarianism. Whether you feel you have ever been affected by sectarianism or not, you probably have stories to tell, poems to write. Did you ever see an Orange March or go to a Celtic or Rangers game? Are there ‘mixed marriages’ in your family? Glasgow Women’s Library through its Mixing The Colours project aims to uncover women’s thoughts, voices and experiences and will produce a publication that your writing will be considered for.
http://digbig.com/5bjyyc
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From VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN PREVENTION SCOTLAND
Nominations for 2014 Write to End Violence Against Women Awards now open
Following the success of last year’s inaugural Write to End Violence Against Women Awards, held at the Scottish Parliament, which recognises and rewards quality violence against women (VAW) reporting in Scotland, nominations are now being welcomed for 2014’s awards.
http://digbig.com/5bkabk
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From CHEX (Community Health Exchange)
Healthy Influences
Please complete our 10 minute survey into the influence of community-led health organisations in health and social planning structures
https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/2P7Y7D6
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From WORKING FAMILIES
Scottish Top Employers for Working Families Awards
Working Families in partnership with Parenting Across Scotland, Fathers Network Scotland and Carers Scotland are proud to introduce the Scottish Top Employers for Working Families Awards designed to promote a Family Friendly Scotland in the field of employment.
http://www.topemployersforworkingfamilies.org.uk/index.php/scottish-special-awards
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From SUPPORTED INTEGRATION, TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT (SITE)
User testers Needed For New Enabling Technology App
Are you willing to help a new project, called ‘Spatial Memories’, being developed by EDINA at the University of Edinburgh? They are developing a new concept App that would run on an iPhone and that is designed to remove barriers to independence in helping people in way-finding, in travelling to places such as work, training or unfamiliar places in general.
http://digbig.com/5bkaat
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From INCLUSION SCOTLAND
11
th June, DUMFRIES, 10.30am - 3.30pm
24
th June, ABERDEEN, 10.30am - 3.30pm
Upcoming events on UN Convention on the Rights of Disabled People
www.inclusionscotland.org
'Your Rights, Your Future' - Inclusion Scotland Survey of Disabled People living in Scotland
http://digbig.com/5bkaap
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From GLASGOW’S THIRD SECTOR FORUM ENEWSLETTER
Poverty and housing
Results from the second Poverty Leadership Panel flash survey are now in. An improvement to housing would make the single biggest difference to people’s situations, according to survey results. Read the report
http://digbig.com/5bkaaq
Audit of Glasgow CPP
Glasgow has a clear strategic direction, but there's room for improvement in its partnership working, finds the audit of Glasgow Community Planning Partnership. Read more
http://digbig.com/5bkaar
Concessionary rents update
Any Third Sector organisation who cannot afford to pay the first year of the stepped increase to their rents may be eligible for assistance from Democratic Services. Read more
http://digbig.com/5bkaas
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From GCVS: THE ALBANY
12
th June, GLASGOW, 6pm – 8pm
Welfare Reform Workshop
http://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/the-albany-learning-and-conference-centre-4848844973
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From GLASGOW EAST WOMEN’S AID
4
th June, GLASGOW, the bridge, easterhouse, 10am – 2pm
A Price To Pay – (an event focusing on the financial barriers to leaving an abusive relationship)
Jill wood (engender): presenting her paper and discussing the gendered nature of welfare; Naomi breeze – performance artist who will present jackie’s story and a workshop; Tony quinn (glasgow east money advice project) – a look at the income maximisation model; Pamela mcelhinney (glasgow east women’s aid) – a social policy perspective and the women’s financial support project. Please join us for this very worthwhile look at the financial aspects of domestic abuse, and ways forward for women and organisations. To book a place please email
pmcelhinney@gewa.org.uk or call 0141 781 0230. Lunch will be provided with networking opportunities and stalls from partner agencies (please inform us of any dietary requirements at time of booking)
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From IMPROVEMENT SERVICE
Inequalities persist between Scottish neighbourhoods
Persistent inequalities between neighbourhoods across Scotland reveal limited improvement in outcomes for Scotland’s most deprived communities, according to new research from the IS.
http://digbig.com/5bkabg
Inverclyde Council agrees blanket 'bedroom tax' payments
Inverclyde Council has agreed to pay anyone in its area who is affected by the so-called ‘bedroom tax' the shortfall in their housing benefit in full.
http://digbig.com/5bkabh
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From JOSEPH ROWNTREE FOUNDATION
What’s driving Scotland’s increasing ethnic diversity? (27/05/14)
http://www.jrf.org.uk/blog/2014/05/scotland-ethnic-diversity
How Scotland is setting the pace on climate justice (23/05/14)
http://www.jrf.org.uk/blog/2014/05/scotland-setting-pace-climate-justice
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From SCOTTISH PARLIAMENT
Committee challenges presumption that ‘parent’ means mother (18/05/14)
The marginalisation of fathers in society and presumption that ‘parent’ means mother, has been challenged by the Equal Opportunities Committee in its report on Fathers and Parenting published today.
http://www.scottish.parliament.uk/newsandmediacentre/76560.aspx
Disabled Persons’ Parking Badges (Scotland) Bill
the general principles were agreed on 20 May
http://www.scottish.parliament.uk/parliamentarybusiness/Bills/71254.aspx
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From PINKNEWS.COM
Peter Tatchell: Commonwealth Games should require pledge against athlete selection discrimination (24/05/14)
Peter Tatchell has spoken out the Commonwealth Games, due to be held in Glasgow this summer, saying that countries should have to pledge not to discriminate through athlete selection.
http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Pinknews/~3/x-FmDR5EiXY/
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From DISABILITY RIGHTS UK
9
th June, EDINBURGH, 11am – 3pm
Edinburgh end of life care event (29/05/14)
Charities call for local voices on disability and end of life care.
http://www.disabilityrightsuk.org/news/2014/may/edinburgh-end-life-care-event
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From EQUATE SCOTLAND
23
rd June, GLASGOW, 6.30pm – 9pm
Celebrate National Women in Engineering Day
https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/WES23June
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From SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
Equality Evidence Finder - Latest Update
The Scottish Government's Equality Evidence Finder website has recently been updated with the latest equality statistics across a number of policy areas. Use the Evidence Finder to explore the current equality landscape in Scotland. In addition to updated figures, developments include: New infographics; New evidence on Disability, Ethnicity, and Religion from the 2011 Census; New statistics on deprivation by equality characteristic; More links to external research carried out by organisations outside of the Scottish Government to broaden the equality evidence base. As well as the twice yearly bulk update, the Equality Evidence Finder can be updated on an on-going basis as new information becomes available - please let us know if significant new equality relevant research is published in your area.
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Topics/People/Equality/Equalities/DataGrid
GP Link Worker Programme (28/05/14)
A new pilot programme that places link workers in GP surgeries is tackling health inequalities in some of Scotland’s most deprived communities.
http://news.scotland.gov.uk/News/GP-Link-Worker-Programme-ce4.aspx
Health and Care Experience Survey 2013/14 Volume 1: National Results (27/05/14)
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Publications/2014/05/7775
Review of National Care Standards - Consultation
Start date 27/05/2014 - End date 19/08/2014
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Consultations/Current
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From LAW COMMISSION
Hate crime: should the current offences be extended? (28/05/14)
In a report published today the Law Commission recommends reforms to ensure that the criminal justice system is able to make a stronger and more coherent response to hate crime.
http://lawcommission.justice.gov.uk/news/2743.htm
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From EQUALITY AND HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
Bookmaker Betfred signs an agreement with the Commission to help raise awareness of equality and diversity (29/05/14)
http://digbig.com/5bkace
Take the lead: A guide to welcoming customers with assistance dogs
The EHRC and VisitEngland have produced this guide to help tourism businesses welcome people with access requirements.
http://digbig.com/5bkacj
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From MATERNITY ACTION
Women need more flexibility in booking GP appointments
A report released today by Maternity Action and the Women’s Health and Equality Consortium found that women faced particular difficulties accessing GP services, impacting on their health and the health of their families….. The report, Women’s voices on health: addressing barriers to accessing primary care, is based on a detailed online survey of 300 women and five focus groups with, respectively, Black and Minority Ethnic women, refugee and asylum seeking women, women living with HIV, LGBT women and women with learning difficulties.
http://digbig.com/5bkabj
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From BUSINESS DISABILITY FORUM
How to manage workplace dementia (29/05/14)
...legal requirement to make workplace adjustments for staff with dementia. Employee assistance programmes, private medical insurance and group...
http://businessdisabilityforum.org.uk/about-us/news/how-to-manage-workplace-dementia
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From OPERATION BLACK VOTE
Anti-immigrant parties sweep across Europe (26/05/14)
http://obv.org.uk/news-blogs/anti-immigrant-parties-sweep-across-europe
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From SIGN HEALTH
Sick Of It report
This research reveals a story of unintentional neglect, shortened lives and wasted money. Our health service is making it difficult for Deaf people to get help.
http://www.signhealth.org.uk/health-information/sick-of-it-report/
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From END VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN
EVAW reveals - main political parties' sexual harassment policies 'hopelessly inadequate' (20/05/14)
http://digbig.com/5bjyxr
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From GOVERNMENT EQUALITIES OFFICE
Women's Engagement Newsletter May 2014
Contents include: Ministerial Intro: Nicky Morgan; Women on Boards 3 years on; Childcare Business Scheme Extended; Women's Business Council; Jenny Willott talks gender pay audits; Female entrepreneurs set to benefit from superfast broadband
http://digbig.com/5bjyyb
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From BARNARDO’S
Barnardo’s calls for action for children of prisoners consigned to shadows (27/05/14)
http://www.barnardos.org.uk/news/media_centre/press_releases.htm?ref=97202
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From THE TRAVELLER MOVEMENT
Launch of the Gypsy Roma Traveller Police Association in Parliament
http://digbig.com/5bkaab
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From THE GUARDIAN
Racism on the rise in Britain, according to social attitudes survey (28/05/14)
A British Social Attitudes survey has found that the proportion of people in the UK who say they are racially prejudiced has risen since 2001.
http://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2014/may/27/-sp-racism-on-rise-in-britain
Serco whistleblower's Yarl's Wood sex claim (24/05/14)
Former Serco official says vulnerable women were deported without proper mental health assessments
http://digbig.com/5bkabr
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From UK COUNCIL ON DEAFNESS
Minister for Disabled People announces review of impact of Access to Work on deaf people and suspends ’30 hour rule’ (15/05/14)
http://digbig.com/5bkabp
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From MENTAL HEALTH FOUNDATION
Response to research showing mental illnesses reduces life expectancy more than smoking (23/05/14)
http://digbig.com/5bkacb
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From PINKNEWS.COM
UK: Gay miners’ strike film wins Queer Palm award at Cannes (23/05/14)
http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Pinknews/~3/UkfLioyW6XE/
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From SCOPE
End the awkward
Awkward about disability? No worries – we can all get over it
http://www.scope.org.uk/awkward
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From DISABILITY NEWS SERVICE
Court dismisses DWP delaying tactics
Disabled activists have accused the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) of “deplorable” behaviour, after it tried – and failed – to delay legal attempts to reduce the discriminatory impact of its controversial “fitness for work” test.
http://disabilitynewsservice.com/2014/05/court-dismisses-dwp-delaying-tactics/
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From DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
Abortion guidance and procedures published (23/05/14)
The new guidance for healthcare professionals on compliance with the Abortion Act
https://www.gov.uk/government/news/abortion-guidance-and-procedures-published
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From RACECARD
Dr Maya Angelou’s passing must propel activists and the anti-racist agenda (29/05/14)
http://digbig.com/5bkabt
Equality and Human Rights Commission – 2014 onwards (27/05/14)
http://digbig.com/5bkabw
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From DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS
Civil Service Diversity and Equality team wins Disability Confident Award (27/05/14)
The RIDI awards celebrate disability confident employers who are removing barriers, increasing understanding and ensuring disabled people have the opportunities to fulfil their career aspirations.
http://digbig.com/5bjyyp
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From GOVERNMENT KNOWLEDGE
The Third Annual Social Justice Conference
http://govknow.com/event-detail.html?id=890
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From MINISTRY OF JUSTICE
Compulsary lie detector tests for serious sex offenders (27/05/14)
Sex offenders on licence will now face some of the world’s toughest approaches to supervision, Justice Minister Jeremy Wright said today.
http://digbig.com/5bjyyq
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From HOME OFFICE
New figures show net migration falls by a third since 2005 peak (22/05/14)
Non EU migration lowest since 90s
http://digbig.com/5bjyyx
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From MIGRANTS’ RIGHTS NETWORK
Complete a new survey on online hate speech
The Forum, one of several organisations across five European countries is working on a project to better understand, identify and combat hate speech online. The project is called LIGHT ON.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/BPJCY6J
Immigration Act 2014: what next for migrants' access to NHS care?
The passing of the Immigration Act earlier this month has put in place the legal framework for a new NHS charging regime for migrants in the UK. We look at what this means and, in particular, the implications for vulnerable migrants.
http://digbig.com/5bjywq
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From JOSEPH ROWNTREE FOUNDATION
The economic and social mobility of ethnic minority communities in Northern Ireland (29/05/14)
http://www.jrf.org.uk/publications/mobility-of-ethnic-minority-communities-in-northern-ireland
How racism contributes to poverty in the UK (28/05/14)
http://www.jrf.org.uk/blog/2014/05/racism
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From TUC
TUC urges unions and disability organisations to campaign together against attacks on disabled people (29/05/14)
Speaking at the TUC’s annual disabled workers conference in London later today (Thursday) TUC Assistant General Secretary Paul Nowak will urge unions and disability organisations to come together to... Read the full press release at:
http://www.tuc.org.uk/node/120259
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From INSTITUTE OF RACE RELATIONS
Second joint enterprise inquiry to examine impact on BME communities (23/05/14)
…Since 2010 the prisoners’ support group JENGbA (Joint Enterprise – Not Guilty by Association) has been campaigning to reform the legal doctrine of joint enterprise, also known as common purpose…
http://digbig.com/5bjyym
Force probed over handling of race complaints (West Yorkshire Post 28/05/14)
http://digbig.com/5bkabs
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From FOREIGN & COMMONWEALTH OFFICE
End Sexual Violence in Conflict Hack (28/05/14)
As part of the Fringe at the Global Summit to End Sexual Violence in Conflict, the FCO is working with the Dutch Embassy in London, MakeSense and Chayn to host an End Sexual Violence in Conflict Hack event, or “hackathon”. This will bring together coders and developers to produce digital tools supporting the 4 aims of the summit
https://www.gov.uk/government/news/end-sexual-violence-in-conflict-hack
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From EQUINET - EUROPEAN NETWORK OF EQUALITY BODIES
Using values to create a more equal & accepting Europe (26/05/14)
Behind the all-important social indicators – from public attitudes towards immigration to incidence of hate crimes – is the question of why. Why do people hold such attitudes, or behave in such ways? Research has revealed a consistent and often overlooked factor in answering this question: our values.
http://equineteurope.org/Using-values-to-create-a-more
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From COUNCIL OF EUROPE
A boy or a girl or a person – intersex people lack recognition in Europe (09/05/14)
http://digbig.com/5bjyyj
Protecting children’s rights in the digital world: an ever-growing challenge (29/04/14)
http://digbig.com/5bjyyk
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From EUROPEAN ROMA AND TRAVELLERS FORUM
Reveal The History - Honour The Victims
2014 marks the 70th anniversary of the genocide committed against Roma during the Second World War.
http://ertf.org/index.php/8-news/206-reveal-the-history-honour-the-victims
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From OPEN SOCIETY FOUNDATIONS
In Europe, Tackling Hate Speech with Humor (28/05/14)
There’s nothing inherently funny about the xenophobia that is on the rise in Europe. But satire and humor are proving to be useful tools in the fight against intolerance.
http://www.opensocietyfoundations.org/voices/europe-tackling-hate-speech-humor
Countering Anti-Gypsyism and Discrimination Affecting Roma (23/05/14)
The Open Society Initiative for Europe offers support to initiatives that counter structural discrimination affecting Roma and the trickle down effects this has on wider society.
http://digbig.com/5bkaad
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From ILGA EUROPE
A quarter of elected European Parliament committed to LGBTI equality (28/05/14)
http://digbig.com/5bkacc
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From DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Speech: Lynne Featherstone: Improving access to clean energy for girls and women (23/05/14)
It’s fitting that we are here at the Royal Society today, because science and technology have crucial roles to play in understanding and addressing the impacts of traditional cooking on people and the environment.
http://digbig.com/5bjyyt
