In this guest blog, ARE's Lead Consultant, Tebussum Rashid, writes to young leaders of the future, outlining tips and considerations for their leadership journeys. I believe we are all leaders in our own spaces, whether in formal or informal …
Action for Race Equality responds to Yvette Cooper’s renewed commitment to Windrush Justice
Action for Race Equality (ARE) welcomes the Home Office's announcement of a ‘fundamental reset’ regarding the Windrush Generation, aiming to deliver justice for survivors of the Windrush Scandal. On Thursday 24th October, the Home Secretary …
Black History Month: Is it time to rethink, reform and redefine narratives?
A guest blog by Senior Strategy Director and Routes2Success role-model and mentor, Greg Bonsu What does Black History Month (BHM) mean? It’s a question I periodically ask myself and always intensifies as the celebration grows closer. If you search …
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Job Opportunity: could you be our next Programme Manager?
ARE is looking for a talented and experienced Programme Manager for our new strand of work with Youth Futures Foundation, called Evidence Into Action. ARE successfully applied to Youth Futures Foundation to become their Strategic Partner working …
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Join Routes2Success! We’re hiring a Programme lead
ARE is looking for a confident and passionate Programme Lead to join our Routes2Success (R2S) team, and organise our work with 30 volunteer role models/mentors who deliver workshops in schools, colleges, prisons and community groups as well as …
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‘The Equality Act is not fit for purpose’ say leading race equality organisations
In a brand-new report launched on 2nd September, The Alliance for Racial Justice, a coalition of leading race equality organisations, have called for equality laws to undergo major updates to tackle deep-rooted discrimination and inequality across …
Policing Black children: an urgent call for accountability and action
On the evening of the 22nd August, twenty-seven community leaders, activists, and concerned citizens gathered to discuss the pressing issues of police accountability and the safety of Black children in England and Wales. The event, organised by …
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Time to tackle race and class disparities in education and employment
My name is David Izamoje, Senior Data Analyst at the Greater London Authority (GLA) and ARE trustee. In 2017, I was an ARE intern on the Moving on Up project (MoU), designed to increase employment among young Black men in London. In 2021, I joined …
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Alliance for Racial Justice report launch event: ‘A better way to tackle institutional racism’.
The Alliance for Racial Justice is launching its first report ‘A better way to tackle institutional racism’ on Monday September 2 from 12:00 PM - 1:20 PM. 14 years on from the introduction of the Equality Act 2010, the legislation has proven too …
ARE Statement presented at the UN’s Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
Presented at the Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (CERD), 3086th Meeting, 113th Session, on 12th August at the HQ of United Nations in Geneva. "The United Kingdom, its government, and public bodies are institutionally racist …
Join the team! We’re hiring a Grants and Programme Manager
ARE is looking for a talented and experienced Grants and Programme Manager to manage the funding, recipients of grants, consultants and all other key stakeholders on the Windrush Justice Programme. The Windrush Justice Programme is our vital …
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A journey to inclusion: employers & young Black men
All young people deserve the chance to thrive in our global capital, with stable and rewarding careers no matter what their background or ambitions. Yet, we know that too many young people from Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic and Mixed Heritage …
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We’re recruiting a Policy and Communications Officer!
ARE is delighted to share an position has become available for a committed and confident Policy and Communications Officer for our Windrush Justice Programme. This is an excellent opportunity to work at the national level for a valued charity with …
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Pathways2Economic Opportunities – end of programme reflections
On May 21st, Pathways to Economic Opportunities (P2E) concluded our final organisational development workshop, focusing on the important topic of sustainability. This session was led by Karl Murray from the Ubele Initiative, one of our P2E …
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Balancing Two Worlds: a guest blog on dual-heritage
Have you ever felt caught in-between two worlds, unsure of where you truly belong? If so, you’re not alone. Ten years ago, I came home from primary school in tears. When my mum asked what was wrong, I simply said, “my name.” Surrounded by …
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