“We must speak up against violence, hate, discrimination, and inequality; practice respect; and embrace the diversity of our world.” These words from the United Nations capture the spirit of #internationaldayofpeace, observed annually on 21 September. #CentralScotland #CSREC #RacialEquality

We’re delighted to be nominated for Third Sector Team of the Year at the Scottish Ethnic Minority Talent Festival & Awards 2025. Thank you to our clients, partners & community, this recognition is shared with you all. #CSREC #CentralScotland #EqualityInAction

We stand in solidarity with people seeking safety and against acts of violence and intimidation taking place in parts of the country. Times are tough but people fleeing war and persecution are not to blame for Scotland’s problems. Everyone deserves to be safe and feel like they belong.

Over the summer we have seen an increasing "normalisation" of hostile rhetoric and actions against migrants, including those seeking asylum. This is emboldened by a media and political narrative which fails to challenge misinformation. Our latest editorial👇 www.migrantvoice.org/home/editori...

'I have my life here, I have my kids here, I'm not moving anywhere'

Some politicians are using lies about asylum hotels to stir up fear and division in our communities. The truth is, we all deserve to be safe and to feel like we belong. #AyeWelcomeRefugees

Join us at Hawkhill Community Centre, Alloa, to build confidence with digital tools, online safety, and more. Open to ethnic minority communities across Central Scotland. Wednesdays, 11:00–13:00 24th September to 15th October Find out more: www.csrec.org.uk/csrec-digital-inclusion-course

CSREC condemns the hateful racist actions outside the Cladhan Hotel on 16 Aug. Peaceful protest is a right, but hate has no place in Falkirk or anywhere in Scotland. Read our full statement: www.csrec.org.uk/csrec-statement-on-anti-immigration-protest/

Join @ALLIANCEScot in calling for a right to communication for all. Sign up to ensure equal rights for everyone - because communication is about more than just words: www.alliance-scotland.org.uk/more-than-wo... #MoreThanWords #CommunicationForAll

The number of refugees is growing worldwide. All deserve to be treated with dignity and respect. As we mark #WorldRefugeeDay, we're working towards safer pathways and better protection.

Scottish Government has published new interim guidance on addressing racism and racist incidents in schools, developed in collaboration with CRER and fellow members of the Anti-Racism in Education Programme's Racism and Racist Incidents Subgroup. www.gov.scot/publications...

📣 We've got a packed weekend ahead for Refugee Festival Scotland! From music and food to family fun and powerful storytelling, there’s so much happening! Here’s just a handful of events to head along to 👉 www.refugeefestivalscotland.co.uk/2025/06/whats-on-saturday-14-sunday-15-june/

Today's hearing has adjourned for lunch. We will return at 1.30pm with evidence from @crer-scotland.bsky.social. More information and a broadcast is available on our website: www.covid19inquiry.scot/hearing/impa...

We will now hear evidence from a panel from Regional Equality Councils. Watch the broadcast online: youtu.be/DHNqS5xwYEg

CSREC has given evidence at @covid19inquiry.scot this morning along with colleagues from WSREC, GREC, and Fife Centre for Equalities, for the Equalities and Human Rights impact hearings. Our colleagues from BEMIS Scotland and CRER have also given evidence at today’s session. Access to full session👇🏻

Today's session has now started. We will first hear evidence from Danny Boyle of BEMIS Scotland. Watch the broadcast online: youtu.be/DHNqS5xwYEg

With heavy, broken hearts we receive this news. A grave loss of an icon of race equality who has inspired many of the lives he touched. Our deepest condolences to his family. Rest in power, Sir Geoff Palmer. You will be hugely missed 💔.

📣 Save the date! We're hosting a webinar on concluding observations from the UK’s recent ICESCR review and next steps for civil society in Scotland. 🗓️ Tues 24 June 2025 🕐 13:30-15:00 (UK time) 💻 Online (Zoom) Speakers TBA - details soon! Hold the date and join us!

Sleepio' is an online sleep improvement programme based on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) that's free to access if you live in Scotland. Try it out by going to: www.sleepio.com/sleepio/nhs/...

If you like food, you’ll love #RefugeeFestScot. From recipe book launches and cookery classes to barbecues and community meals, here are 10 mouth-watering events to get your teeth into www.refugeefestivals...#RefugeeFestScot.

Join our FREE session next week for information about the Ukraine Permission Extension Scheme. More details below 👇🏻

Join our FREE session next week for information about the Ukraine Permission Extension Scheme. More details below 👇🏻

Deadline tomorrow. Last chance to apply! goodmoves.org/vacancy/a4sP...

If you’d like to know more about the Ukraine Permission Extension Scheme and how to apply, join us for a free online information session on one of the following dates: 13 May, 14:00-16:00 19 June, 10:00-12:00 15 July, 14:00-16:00 19 August, 10:00-12:00 Find out more: scottishrefugeecounc...

Solidarity to all Romani communities in the UK, who face racist and anti-migrant sentiment. The Romani fight for justice is integral to the fight for migrant justice and racial justice. #InternationalRomaniDay

FMR 76 - 'Climate change: choices for displaced people' will be published in Oct 2025! We want to get this call out to as many people as possible so we can have a rich conversation in its pages. Can you help us? Deadline for proposals is 8 May. See: www.fmreview.org/climate-change-cfa/

Calling all campaigners for refugee rights 📢 The Home Secretary has an unmissable opportunity to unlock talents, supercharge the economy, and give people seeking safety the dignity they deserve. Call on her to lift the ban on work for people seeking asylum.

A new UN report has accused the Israeli authorities of genocidal acts.

This is another reminder to the UK government to comply with its legal obligations to help end Israeli apartheid and the genocide of Palestinians. Read more here: www.amnesty.org.uk/press-releas...

Israeli forces have systematically destroyed healthcare facilities, blocked aid and used sexual violence as part of their war tactics. This was deliberately done to bring about the destruction of Palestinians and to prevent births - this is genocide.

A new special issue of Refugee Survey Quarterly co-edited by RSC Research Associate @molly-fee.bsky.social explores 'Refugee Resettlement: A Durable Solution at a Crossroads'. Find out more: academic.oup.com/rsq/issue/44/1

We were shocked and deeply saddened by the death of Amen Teklay, a young boy who should have had his whole life ahead of him. Our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with Amen’s family and friends as they navigate this unimaginable loss. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

How is it possible that one of the wealthiest countries can’t reverse poverty? How did the NHS become so underfunded that it struggles to provide essential care on time? The UN is calling out the UK’s failure to protect basic rights. Why urgent action is needed ⬇️ www.bigissue.com/opinion/unit...

Did you know more than 400 migrants have died or disappeared in the Mediterranean trying to reach Europe in the past 3 months? The EU’s policy of deterrence by drowning is abhorrent. #WithHumanity Join thousands calling on the EU to save lives: hrw.org/WithHumanity#sign_the_petition

To mark #IWD2025, here are 16 groups and organisations across Scotland providing refugee and asylum-seeking women with vital services and support. scottishrefugeecounc...#IWD2025,

Last month, the UK Home Office changed immigration staff guidance on assessing the good character requirement in nationality applications. @catbriddick.bsky.social explains how the new guidance disadvantages women. #IWD2025 #InternationalWomensDay

We are officially here!