EQUALITY, HUMAN RIGHTS, SOCIAL JUSTICE
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A COUNTRY THAT WORKS FOR THE MANY NOT JUST THE PRIVILEGED FEW:
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The new political mainstream
Defining the new common sense
Speaking out for Democratic values and human rights
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WHERE DO THE THREE MAIN PARTIES STAND ON WOMEN'S POLICY?
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LABOUR'S RACE AND FAITH MANIFESTO
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BREAKING DOWN BARRIERS: Labour's manifesto for disabled people
every person is empowered to participate fully and equally in society
All formats available on the Labour Party website
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MAIDENHEAD CLP EQUALITIES HOME PAGE:
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WHY EQUALITIES? and HOW TO USE THESE PAGES: As the Maidenhead Constituency Labour Party (MCLP) equalities officers, our two main objectives are: 1) to raise the profile of social inequality and 2) to ensure that we do everything we can to build a socially inclusive local and national party. We endorse research which shows that due to negative, dehumanising social attitudes, many women and people from minority social groups are less likely to experience equality of opportunities in society. Women and people from minority social groups are more likely to face prejudice and discrimination in education, the job market, in health, social care and in politics. As a result many people endure social and material disadvantage and we will use our equalities pages to challenge these power imbalances. On each social group's homepage, we provide group-relevant advice, support and advocacy information, we work to play our part in raising inequality awareness by linking to topical media articles, research, and significant academic and government papers and we promote local, national and global cultural events. We recognise that many identify to both a majority and minority social group or several minority social groups simultaneously and so promote 'intersectional' Advocacy and Support Contacts, Research and Articles, News/Information, Noticeboard/Campaign/Events items, Opportunities and Culture on this equalities Home Page. Please see buttons below to link to each social group's dedicated Homepage and our MLP Equalities Statement button to see how we will provide opportunities for all sections of our membership in our local and national Labour Party. See the Women's home page for our tribute to Jo Cox's continuing work WE ARE CURRENTLY LOOKING FOR THE FOLLOWING OFFICERS: BAME, LGBTQ+. INTERESTED? PLEASE GET IN TOUCH VIA THE CONTACT FORM BELOW OR THE EMAIL ICON |
Rona Noble - Women's Officer
A better balance is something I’ve always been aiming for in my adult life. I’m Rona Noble, Women’s Officer for Maidenhead CLP, and am keen for us to have a Labour Government that will help women in policies that recognise their particular needs. For 35 years I taught in a boys’ comprehensive and had to cope with managing my workload and childcare. New ideas of flexible working would have made a real difference. I’m now retired and helping out with the care of my grandchildren. Labour understands that children need high quality care so the last Labour government introduced Sure Start centres. Many have now closed so leaving the most needy children and their parents without this support. I am in a community choir GleeClubUk and enjoy the friendship and fun from singing. I am also studying Italian and am enjoying the challenge. Activities like this should be available to all without cost. A Labour government will help us all to enjoy a better balance. |
Sharon Bunce - Disability Officer
I am disabled and am interested in social attitudes around disability and ageing where I believe an overlap can exist. I am a member of Berkshire Disabled People Against Cuts. I have a degree in English Literature and Sociology from Reading University and an MA in analytic psychology from the Tavistock Institute in North London. I am now self-employed and previously worked for 12 years as an assessment officer for Windsor and Maidenhead social services in the disability/older people's team and the learning disability team. Me and my husband are Reading FC supporters and attend all their home and some away games. Both my parents were Irish and emigrated to the UK in the 50s. Being of Irish descent, a woman and disabled I am naturally interested in the intersectional nature of equalities and the overlap of social groups. Jo Cox's observation that "we are far more united and have far more in common with each other than things that divide us" is I believe always a poignant reminder that we are stronger together. |
DAWN BUTLER - LABOUR PARTY CONFERENCE 2019
Conference, I want to start with a quote:
“The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is that good people do nothing".
Edmund Burke said:
“When bad men combine, the good must associate; else they will face, one by one, unpitied sacrifice in a contemptible strength.”
Conference, I want to start with a quote:
“The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is that good people do nothing".
Edmund Burke said:
“When bad men combine, the good must associate; else they will face, one by one, unpitied sacrifice in a contemptible strength.”
"If you are in social housing, if you are LGBT+, if you are straight, if you are a traveller, if you struggle to pay rent, if you wear a hijab, turban, a cross, if you are black, white, Asian, if you are disabled, if you don’t have a trust fund, if you didn’t go to Oxbridge, if you are working class, if you are under 18, if you are aspirational, if you work, if you are a carer, if you feel you won’t live beyond 25, if you have ever ticked the other box – you have a future and you are worthy, worthy of equality dignity and respect. And a Labour government will value you, just be your true authentic self"
See Labour Minister for Women and Equalities, Dawn Butler's 2019 conference speech:
Labour's sexual harrassment policy and Safeguarding Code of Conduct
Sexual harassment:
I am pleased to inform you of the launch of the Labour Party's new procedure for dealing with complaints of sexual harassment.
The Labour Party strives to provide a safe space for people to engage in campaigning and other political activity and maintains a zero tolerance approach to sexual harassment.
As part of this commitment we are constantly seeking to improve our procedures and practices to ensure they are credible and robust.
Following a thorough review, involving a range of internal and external stakeholders, the NEC has agreed
a new Sexual Harassment Policy.
Jenny Formby, General Secretary Labour Party
Sexual harassment:
I am pleased to inform you of the launch of the Labour Party's new procedure for dealing with complaints of sexual harassment.
The Labour Party strives to provide a safe space for people to engage in campaigning and other political activity and maintains a zero tolerance approach to sexual harassment.
As part of this commitment we are constantly seeking to improve our procedures and practices to ensure they are credible and robust.
Following a thorough review, involving a range of internal and external stakeholders, the NEC has agreed
a new Sexual Harassment Policy.
Jenny Formby, General Secretary Labour Party
RIGHTS AND DEMOCRACY:
Jeremy Corbyn
9 December 2018 · Seventy years ago today the Universal Declaration of Human Rights was adopted.
The worldwide challenges to human rights are enormous. We remember the words of Martin Luther King: "Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere."
Jeremy Corbyn
9 December 2018 · Seventy years ago today the Universal Declaration of Human Rights was adopted.
The worldwide challenges to human rights are enormous. We remember the words of Martin Luther King: "Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere."
HUMAN RIGHTS
WHAT DOES BREXIT MEAN FOR EQUALITY AND HUMAN RIGHTS IN THE UK
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What is the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR)? The ECHR protects the human rights of people in countries that belong to the Council of Europe, which is a completely different organisation to the EU. The UK will still be signed up to the ECHR when it leaves the EU. In Britain our human rights under the ECHR are protected by the Human Rights Act 1998. Find out more about the European Convention on Human Rights. What is the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union?The Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union brings together the essential human rights of everyone living in the European Union. When Britain leaves the EU, the Government have said the Charter will no longer have effect in UK law. Find out more about the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union.
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The European Convention of Human Rights or ‘the Convention Rights’: 1 . Article 2 Right to life 2 . Article 3 Freedom from torture and inhuman or degrading treatment 3 . Article 4 Freedom from slavery and forced labour 4 . Article 5 Right to liberty and security 5 . Article 6 Right to a fair trial 6 . Article 7 No punishment without law 7 . Article 8 Respect for your private and family life, home and correspondence 8 . Article 9 Freedom of thought, belief and religion 9 . Article 10 Freedom of expression 10 . Article 11 Freedom of assembly and association 11 . Article 12 Right to marry and start a family 12 . Article 14 Protection from discrimination in respect of these rights and freedoms 13 . Protocol 1, Article 1 Right to peaceful enjoyment of your property 14 . Protocol 1, Article 2 Right to education 15 . Protocol 1, Article 3 Right to participate in free elections 16 . Protocol 13, Article 1 Abolition of the death penalty |
visit the Equality and Human Rights Commission for advice and guidance
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BUILDING A REPRESENTATIVE PARLIAMENT
The Labour Party is committed to increasing the representation of women and under-represented groups in Parliament and at every level of politics Candidates selected: 2010 2015 2017 Male 69.7% 61.4% 59.5% Female 30.3% 38.6% 40.5% Asian 5.2% 6.5% 6.3% Black 1.0% 0.6% 1.6% Mixed 1.1% 1.0% 0.8% White British 88.7% 82.8% 68.7% White European 1.7% 1.6% 1.0% White Other 0.8% 1.3% 1.7% Other Ethnic Group/Not specified 0.3% 0.0% 0.6% Disability 1.6% 1.6% 4.6% LGBT N/A 4.5% 7.1% For more information, please contact equalities@labour.org.uk. Dawn Butler: It’s time our parties opened up about the political gender gap One of the simplest steps that could improve diversity in our politics is to enact Section 106 of the Equality Act 2010, which includes a requirement for parties to publish the demographic makeup of their election candidates, including how well they reflect BAME and disabled people |
LABOUR PARTY DEMOCRATIC REVIEW REPORT 2018
READ THE REPORT Labour’s democratic review is no stitch-up. It’s a grassroots turbo-boost Guardian: Rachel Shabi Exclusive: Jeremy Corbyn’s party reforms – in full LabourList: Sienna Rodgers Labour’s Democracy Review Backs Online Voting Plan To Give Jeremy Corbyn Supporters New Power Over Policy Move to transform local parties, policy and annual conference Huffpost: Paul Waugh Revealed: The full contents of Labour’s internal democracy review LabourList Nov 2017 |
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LOCAL NEWS:
Police to crack down on hate crime as part of Hidden Harm campaign
An ongoing police campaign is cracking down on hate crime. Thames Valley Police (TVP) is stepping up its approach to tackling hate crime over the next two weeks as part of its larger ‘Hidden Harm’ campaign.
“They can happen anywhere, even online and can take many forms, including threats, intimidation, damage to property and physical attacks...
...A hate crime is any type of crime committed against a person that is motivated by their race, religion, sexual orientation, disability or transgender identity".
Those who are victims or witnesses of hate crime can speak to Victims First staff on 0300 1234 148.
Visit www.thamesvalley.police.uk/news/general to find out more information about the campaign.
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Police to crack down on hate crime as part of Hidden Harm campaign
An ongoing police campaign is cracking down on hate crime. Thames Valley Police (TVP) is stepping up its approach to tackling hate crime over the next two weeks as part of its larger ‘Hidden Harm’ campaign.
“They can happen anywhere, even online and can take many forms, including threats, intimidation, damage to property and physical attacks...
...A hate crime is any type of crime committed against a person that is motivated by their race, religion, sexual orientation, disability or transgender identity".
Those who are victims or witnesses of hate crime can speak to Victims First staff on 0300 1234 148.
Visit www.thamesvalley.police.uk/news/general to find out more information about the campaign.
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INTERSECTIONAL NEWS:
NEWS:
THE GUARDIAN
-AGEING
-FRANCES RYAN - DISABLED ACTIVIST/GUARDIAN JOURNALIST
-INEQUALITY
-DISABILITY
-EQUALITY AND HMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
-CLASS
-DIVERSITY AND EQUALITY IN BUSINESS
-women
-RACE
-LGBT
-SOCIAL CARE
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SOCIAL CARE INSTITUTE FOR EXCELLENCE
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BBC
LGBT NEWS
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-INDEPENDENT
GAY - Latest news, breaking stories
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GAYTIMES
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-INDEPENDENT
Inequality section
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-CENTRE FOR AGEING BETTER - NEWS
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-NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY
NATIONAL INNOVATION CENTRE FOR LEARNING - NEWS
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-INSTITUTE FOR FISCAL STUDIES
INEQUALITY, POVERTY AND LIVING STANDARDS
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-JOSEPH ROWNTREE FOUNDATION
INSPRING SOCIAL CHANGE
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-RESOLUTION FOUNDATION
The shape of things to come: charting the size and shape of the UK state
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-DISABILITY NEWS SERVICE
THE GUARDIAN
-AGEING
-FRANCES RYAN - DISABLED ACTIVIST/GUARDIAN JOURNALIST
-INEQUALITY
-DISABILITY
-EQUALITY AND HMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
-CLASS
-DIVERSITY AND EQUALITY IN BUSINESS
-women
-RACE
-LGBT
-SOCIAL CARE
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SOCIAL CARE INSTITUTE FOR EXCELLENCE
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BBC
LGBT NEWS
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-INDEPENDENT
GAY - Latest news, breaking stories
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GAYTIMES
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-INDEPENDENT
Inequality section
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-CENTRE FOR AGEING BETTER - NEWS
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-NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY
NATIONAL INNOVATION CENTRE FOR LEARNING - NEWS
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-INSTITUTE FOR FISCAL STUDIES
INEQUALITY, POVERTY AND LIVING STANDARDS
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-JOSEPH ROWNTREE FOUNDATION
INSPRING SOCIAL CHANGE
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-RESOLUTION FOUNDATION
The shape of things to come: charting the size and shape of the UK state
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-DISABILITY NEWS SERVICE
Unconscious bias: what is it and can it be eliminated?
Brought to prominence twenty years ago by a controversial test, the concept is now essential to our understanding of racism
Hannah Devlin Science correspondent @hannahdev Sun 2 Dec 2018 18.00 GMTLast modified on Mon 3 Dec 2018 11.10 GMT
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