Turn2us have launched the Stop the Stigma, Fix the system campaign to strengthen our social security system. The current culture of surveillance and constant threat of sanctions is trapping people in situations the system is meant to sort. Join them: tinyurl.com/4twyarw6

Our @econjusticebrum.bsky.social movement is looking for someone wonderful to facilitate and evolve the model of its network meetings. Could it be you? barrowcadbury.org.uk/wp-content/u...

We welcome David Lammy’s appointment as Secretary of State for Justice.His expertise in criminal justice issues and reform, and his 2017 insights into disproportionate treatment of Black, Asian + Minority Ethnic people in the CJS will be highly valued. We look forward to working closely with him.

Are u acting w other campaigners, activists + community organisers in #Birmingham to change + transform systems harming people, causing injustice and economic inequalities? Find out about our econjusticebrum.bsky.social Act to Change Fund. Find out more tinyurl.com/2dbvjswd

@econjusticebrum.bsky.social is looking for a freelance #communications consultant/specialist to help develop and accelerate #EconomicJusticeBrum communications to extend its reach and increase its impact! Check out the details here shorturl.at/WsT9u

. @fairbydesign.bsky.social are hiring! The F/t Public Affairs Manager will lead FBD's engagement w political stakeholders, regulators + industry bodies to influence policy and regulatory change. Fixed term contract of 3 yrs w possibility of renewal. Interested? fairbydesign.com/were-recruit...

1 year on from last summer’s racist riots, our new report highlights experiences of communities across GB who told us that health impacts have been longer-lasting + worsened by increasingly hostile environments, misinformation & harmful politic rhetoric. www.peopleshealthtrust.org.uk/publications...

“Even in polarising times, one core test of a shared society is how far we can develop a shared story about who we are, how we got here, and where we want to go together.” @sundersays.bsky.social for @easterneye.bsky.social on new 'State of Us' UK cohesion report www.easterneye.biz/southport-ri...

A “powder keg” of social tensions and grievances remain unaddressed across the UK, one year on from last summer's riots, according to a major new cohesion report published today. It warns that without urgent action, unrest risks being reignited. [🧵]

🚨A year after the UK summer riots, X continues to be a breeding ground for violent anti-Muslim & anti-migrant hate. CCDH found that Musk’s platform is still failing to address calls for violence against Muslims and migrants despite clearly violating X’s rules 🧵 www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...

Excited to represent #EconomicJusticeBrum and @barrowcadbury.bsky.social at the #CommunityWealthBuilding summit today - looking forward to some great speakers

🧵 As Ofgem announces the new energy price cap, some low-income households will still pay £135 more a year – just because they pay after getting their bill.

The culmination of a lot of hard work, energy, and commitment, the long-anticipated launch of @Economicjusticebrum, and a fantastic day to celebrate the seven huddles.

Great to see 77 MPs back Danny Beales MP call for action against insurance companies charging excessive rates to customers who pay for car and home insurance monthly.

📣 New report out now 📣 Strength in numbers The refugee & migration sector has grown since 2020—but unevenly. Our latest report reveals gaps and uncertainty, but shows opportunities for alignment. 📘 Read it here: global-dialogue.org/MEXreport2025/

"Fusing control and contribution with compassion would resonate with Britain, if the citizenship agenda which came with it was more proactive than punitive." - new column from @sundersays.bsky.social on the #ImmigrationWhitePaper for @easterneye.bsky.social www.easterneye.biz/uk-immigrati...

New British Future research, published ahead of the government’s expected Immigration White Paper, find more balanced public views on immigration for work or study: www.britishfuture.org/white-paper-...

🚨BREAKING Women who have fled war and persecution are forced into sex work and exploitative situations, because of the work ban and consequential enforced poverty . Our report, #SafetyAndSurvival, in @theguardian.com: www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...

Recently appointed @barrowcadbury.bsky.social CEO Asif Afridi discusses his first weeks in the role and reflects on how civil society has progressed since a major inquiry in 2018

6.1 million UK households are in fuel poverty, and energy debt is rising. Our new blog looks at how we build a fairer energy market for people on low incomes. 🔗 fairbydesign.com/blog-buildin...

The Baring Foundation has a new funding stream, forUK civil society organisations with an income under £1m, to support legal action that addresses racial injustice in the criminal justice system. baringfoundation.org.uk/news-story/n...

As a foundation, we have a duty to protect our endowment for future generations. But how can we use our investments to support social change, as well as sustainable growth? Our director of finance Heather introduces our new investment policy, that aims to support us to do both: bit.ly/42osado

Institute for Government report: why government should introduce an annual migration plan: a route to better policy-making and parliamentary accountability with growing support across mainstream centre-left, centre and right think-tanks + politics www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/publication/...

Still time to give evidence to the Independent Commission on Community and Cohesion www.livingwelltogether.org.uk/call-for-evi... Deadline 7 April.

🚀 Step back and join the conversation 🚀 In a no growth economy, how do we rethink success for local places? Join Open Hour for an informal chat on the Spending Review, CSR & what comes next. No slides, no formalities—just big ideas. 📅 14 April | 📍 Online 🔗 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/cles-open-...

Our good friends at the Refugee and Migrants Centre in #Birmingham and the #WestMidlands are looking for new trustees. Find out more reachvolunteering.org.uk/opp/trustees...

🚨 We're saying #Part4NoMore - Join us!🛑 Parliament is currently debating a new Crime and Policing Bill. As the Bill makes its way through Parliament, there is a chance to repeal Part 4 of the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Act (PCSC) 2022. (1/2) www.gypsy-traveller.org/campaign/par...

Foundation Practice Rating assesses foundations on diversity, accountability, + transparency. Get your ticket for the @fpracticerating.bsky.social Yr 4 Report launch today 2-3. Open to all charitable foundations + trusts + anyone keen on improving practices. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/foundation...

📆 Date for the diary! 📌 When? today 13th March 2-3 📌 Where? Zoom Year 4 report launch of #FoundationPracticeRating today. Q&As 3-3:30. Register www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/foundation....

The Foundation Practice Rating is a system that assesses foundation practices in relation to diversity, accountability, transparency. Join us for the launch of our fourth report! 🎟 Get your ticket ⬇️ www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/foundation... #Events #FPR #Diversity #Accountability #Transparency

Tomorrow is International Women's Day 2025! Go to internationalwomensday.com to find out more and get involved #IWD2025 #AccelerateAction

This new briefing from @CJInnovation outlines best practice principles on providing pre-court diversion for women. Diversion schemes provide a swift response to offending while avoiding harmful CJS involvement- it is essential they meet women's needs. 🔽 ow.ly/RXve50VaZuj

Potential of violence reduction units "woefully unrealised" www.crimeandjustice.org.uk/potential-vi...

Put people at the heart of policy development, argues Mark Blake of @cjalliance.bsky.social This is the sixth in an ongoing series of articles we are publishing on ideas for sentencing reform www.crimeandjustice.org.uk/put-people-h...

Too much of court time is spent on trivial cases that the police could handle, argues @penelopegibbs.bsky.social of @transformjustice.bsky.social This is the first in a series of articles we are publishing, discussing ideas for sentencing reform www.crimeandjustice.org.uk/free-courts-...

We hope you'll take some time this weekend to think about a campaign or change-maker that deserves to be celebrated at the #SMKAwards2025 #LoveCampaigning Deadline extended to Friday 28 February 2025 ~ 10 Award categories to choose from smk.org.uk/what-we-do/c...

Take a look at this fantastic @fairbydesign.bsky.social visual collaboration with @povertyalliance.org.

Today, we launched a report on the experiences of young Gypsy, Roma and Traveller people in the criminal justice system. This is an intimate insight of rarely listened-to experiences, alongside recommendations to improve support. Read: www.gypsy-traveller.org/news/trapped... (1/5)

Deadline reminder! Still time to apply for our #Director of #Finance & #Admin. This is a great opportunity for an inspirational leader of finance and operations, gd at strategic thinking w a passion for our vision and mission. micro.green-park.co.uk/barrowcadbury/ Closing date 16 Feb.

This looks like it will be a fascinating and insightful event. Spaces going fast! Sign up via DM @fairbydesign.bsky.social.

Women's Justice Board started their much-needed and long-awaited work yesterday, supported by Women's Justice Partnership Group which is looking for 7 specialist external stakeholder members. EoIs by 23.59 on 11 Feb assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/678f67...

How do heatwaves, flooding, and air pollution affect life in UK #prisons? Read our new #EveryonesEnvironment briefing summarising research about the impact of environmental change on people in prisons, including our recommendations for change: https://buff.ly/4g86A2p @barrowcadbury.bsky.social

Do you want to find out more about young Gypsy, Roma and Traveller people's experiences of the Criminal Justice System? Join our report launch webinar on 6 February 2025, 10:30am-12:30pm. Book: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/hearing-gy...

We’re delighted to announce @cathyab.bsky.social as our new Head of Economic Justice (Birmingham). We’re very excited to have her on board for the next exciting stage of the Birmingham Economic Justice programme. Welcome Cathy!

We are delighted to announce the appointment of Asif Afridi as CEO. Asif is currently Deputy CEO at Birmingham-based brap, an equality and human rights charity. He is trustee of Lankelly Chase Foundation and Baring Foundation.

We surveyed 5,000 non-UK citizens about their experiences of the UK immigration system Many migrants are unclear about their rights in the UK, while others had issues proving their rights to access housing, jobs & healthcare 5 things you need to know: migrationobservatory.ox.ac.uk/resources/re...

Safer London is launching See Beyond - a new guide for professionals working with young women in custody who have been coerced or exploited into harmful behaviours. Watch the promotional video. Sign up for the online launch event Wednesday 4 December 11-12 us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

We welcome today's DCMS announcement that out of £350m of dormant asset funds £87.5m will b allocated to both #financialinclusion, and #socialinvestment wholesalers over the next 4 years. The same amount of money will be allocated to both youth and community wealth funds. tinyurl.com/4vuwz9u6

Welcome to all our new followers! 🎉 We have put together a helpful starter pack where you can find all of the JRF staff that are on Bluesky who you might want to follow. Find it here: go.bsky.app/PLDMAUz

New post – Prog Manager, Economic Justice Prog, #Birmingham. Through our EJ programme, we are supporting a growing movt for economic systems change in #Brum. We are looking for someone based in #Brum or the surrounding area. Find out more tinyurl.com/yc2srfzu. Closing date 27 Nov, interviews 10 Dec.