GLASGOW NEWS
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From WEST OF SCOTLAND LGBT FORUM:
Consultation Event: Glasgow Community Planning Partnership Equality And Diversity Strategy:
23rd of March, 6.30pm to 8pm, Radisson SAS Hotel, Argyle St, G2 8DL. ODS Consulting are working with Glasgow Community Planning Partnership to develop an equalities and diversity strategy for the partnership. The West of Scotland LGBT Forum is working with ODS Consulting to convene a short meeting at which ODS will come along and carry out a swift and interesting one hour consultation process for attendees representing the LGBT community. The free event will take place at the SAS Raddison Hotel in Argyle Street, close to Central Station. This event is open to Organisations, Groups or interested individuals and there are places for 30 participants. There will be a tasty, interesting, light, warm buffet with tea, coffee and soft drinks refreshments. Register now at http://events.woslgbt.org.uk
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From NORTH GLASGOW HEALTH LIVING COMMUNITY:
The 5th Annual North Glasgow 5K Fun Run - ‘ng5k’:
Sunday 25th April, Ruchill Park. Free Entry! The 5K with the best party atmosphere in Glasgow returns for a record breaking 5th year with an estimated 2,900 fun runners expected to sign up to this year’s ‘ng5k’ Fun Run. ng5k is one of the only events of its kind where participants of all ages and levels of ability take part together. And unlike similar running events in Glasgow, ng5k is completely FREE to enter! Visit www.healthynorthglasgow.co.uk for more information and details on how to register or call North Glasgow Healthy Living Community on
0141 336 7000, email info@healthynorthglasgow.co.uk
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From POSITIVE ACTION IN HOUSING:
Red Road Residents March And Rally:
11am Saturday 13 March, starting at Red Road flats, 63 Petershill Drive, Springburn Glasgow. Please Bring Banners And Flowers. All Welcome. Please join residents of the Red Road flats, Charities, churches, faith groups, Quaker groups and trade unions to march from the Red Road flats in Springburn, Glasgow to a rally in George Square. The march, organised by Red road Residents, the Glasgow Campaign to Welcome Refugees and the Unity Centre, will begin at the exact spot of upturned grass where a family of three asylum seekers, the Serykh family, fell to their deaths on Sunday 7 March. The purpose of the march and rally is to: a) Remember the Serykh family and call for an immediate end to any further enforced removals of refugee families in the Red road area by the UK Borders Agency (UKBA); and b) Call for the immediate return of Stephanie Ovranah and her twin six year old sons, Joshua and Joel, to their friends, neighbours and local church in Glasgow’s Cranhill where they have lived for past five years. (The family were detained at Brand St reporting centre without warning last Friday with the children still in their school uniforms. They are currently in Yarl’s Wood Detention Centre and the children are understood to be terrified of being returned to Africa which they do not know or remember). Messages of support to home@paih.org
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From WEST VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN IMPLEMENTATION GROUP:
Violence Against Women - Consultation Events For Women In Glasgow West:
Women in the West of Glasgow are being asked for their views on violence against women. Local organisations want to put women’s needs at the centre of plans to tackle violence against women and have organised two consultation events to hear what they think. They are interested in what the main issues for women are, how services respond and how violence against women can be prevented. The programme includes excerpts from the highly acclaimed play My Fabulous Tartan Frock, information stalls, food, refreshments and raffle. Free transport and crèche available - must be booked in advance.
Dates and Venues are:
6.15 p.m. - 8.30 p.m. Wed 24th March, The Renfield Centre, 260 Bath St, G2 4JP (Diagonally opposite the Kings Theatre)
12.45 p.m. - 2.45 p.m. Wed 31st March, Knightswood Congregational Hall, 12 Dunterlie Ave, G13 3BA (Just off Alderman Rd)
For more information or to book a place contact: Carol on 0141 314 6264 or Email carol.clarkson@ggc.scot.nhs.uk If you are a women and live in the West why not come along. If you work with individuals or groups of women in the west, please consider encouraging them to come along. For information on the West Violence Against Women Implementation Group, contact Uzma Rehman from the CHCP Uzma.Rehman2@ggc.scot.nhs.uk
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From PRIDE SCOTLAND:
Celebrating Diversity With Pride: Pride Glasgow 17 July 2010!:
Pride Glasgow 2010 will be happening again on George Square with the parade through the city centre starting at Blythswood Square on the 17 of July 2010. Pride Glasgow is the celebration of the equality and diversity of the Lesbian, Gay, Bi-Sexual and Transgender community in Glasgow and the West of Scotland! Pride Glasgow 2010 will once again see the street party and Stall Market Place happen on George Square in the afternoon of the 17th of July and will see headline acts appear on stage. We are delighted that the date has been agreed and look forward to announcing a line up and event details shortly and working with the rest of the LGBT community and organisations to bring to Glasgow and the West of Scotland a Pride Event that we can really be proud of! Says the team behind Pride Glasgow. For more press information or interviews or pictures of the previous pride events contact Ross Stevenson, ross@prideglasgow.co.uk, 0793 201 4299
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SCOTTISH NEWS
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From ENGENDER:
Engender Disappointment At CSW (11/03/10):
In an atmosphere of outrage and disappointment the hopes of building on Beijing stall… The 54th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) began on 1st March in New York and like hundreds of other NGOs from around the world, Engender submitted a report. We also sent three women to take part in the debates.
http://www.engender.org.uk/news/204/Engender_disappointment_at_CSW.html
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From FORUM FOR ENVIRONMENTAL VOLUNTEERING ACTIVITY (FEVA):
Ecofusion, A First-Of -Its-Kind Multi Cultural Environmental Event:
Sunday 11 April, 11 - 4pm, Holyrood Park, Edinburgh. This event is FREE and open to the public and its aim, in essence, is to encourage more people - and particularly those from cultural minority groups - to get out and enjoy the outdoors. Funded by SNH, FCS and Scottish Govt. More info at http://www.feva-scotland.org
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From LGBT CENTRE FOR HEALTH AND WELLBEING:
LGBT Centre Hosts Visual And Performing Arts Evening:
Friday 12 March, 7pm, LGBT Centre for health and Wellbeing, Edinburgh. Part of the Centre’s annual Arts festival the evening marks the culmination of series of workshops organised for members of Edinburgh’s LGBT community. These workshops have allowed people to explore the world of painting, photography, sculpture, recycled art, music and amateur dramatics. The event will play host to work from members of the LGBT community who have taken part in these small group workshops as part of the month long festival. As space is limited it is advised that you RSVP to be sure of a seat for this exciting arts evening. For further information and or to RSVP please phone the Centre on 0131 523 1100 or email admin@lgbthealth.org.uk
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From SCOTTISH DISABILITY EQUALITY FORUM:
SDEF Election Manifesto 2010 - We Want Your Help:
SDEF are putting together a list of things we want to see delivered by the next Scottish Government. At the moment political parties are starting to get their election manifestos together for 2011. Get involved at http://www.sdef.org.uk/
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From EQUALITY NETWORK:
Everyone IN Training Survey: Deadline 16th March:
Thank you for those of you who have already completed our training survey. A number of people had been in touch to say that they had difficulty open the survey monkey link previously sent. This technical difficulty with survey monkey has now been solved. In light of this we have re-opened the survey and extended the deadline for another week (until Tuesday 16th March). EveryoneIN is a partnership project between Equality Network and Black and Ethnic Minority Infrastructure in Scotland (BEMIS). We have received funding from the Equalities and Human Rights Commission to help achieve greater equality for people in Scotland from MINORITY ETHNIC backgrounds who may identify as LESBIAN, GAY, BISEXUAL or TRANSGENDER (ME/LGBT). As part of our activities, during 2010/11 we will be developing a FREE TRAINING PROGRAMME to help boost the capacity and confidence of organisations to meet the needs of ME/LGBT people in Scotland. Our training will be FREE and designed to fill gaps in existing training provision. We will be running at least four training events during the second half of 2010. To help us plan and design this training we need to find out about your organisation’s training priorities. Please take a few minutes to fill in an online survey, by clicking on the link below and following the instructions https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/everyonein The results of this survey will directly influence our courses’ learning objectives and how our training programme is designed and delivered. For further information about our training plans or the work of EveryoneIN contact Tim Cowen timc@equality-network.org or Sam Rankin sam@equality-network.org
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From LGBT YOUTH SCOTLAND:
EU Project:
LGBT Youth Scotland, in partnership with Legebitra have been funded to deliver an EU wide project to share best practice examples of challenging homophobia within education. The project ‘promoting good practice - challenging homophobia within education’ has been funded by the DG JLS, Fundamental Rights and Citizenship programme and will work with LGBT NGO’s and national governments in every Member State over 2010 -2011. For more information about this project, please visit: www.lgbtyouth.org.uk/get-involved/promotinggoodpractice.htm
Seven - New Group For LGBT Young People In Central Scotland:
SEVEN a new LGBT Youth group for 13-25 year olds now up and running in Stirling, the group currently runs once per month and will next meet on Thursday 11th March. If you would like to come along or find out times and venue details, you can text “Stirling” to 0778 148 17 88 or you can send an email to info@lgbtyouth.org.uk
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From VOLUNTARY HEALTH SCOTLAND:
Human Rights & Health: Making The Connections:
13th April, Glasgow. This Conference will focus on what we can all do to promote and support the human rights of people using health services in Scotland. Respecting and delivering the human right to ‘enjoy the highest attainable standard of physical and mental health’ can be a challenge - from service design to frontline delivery.
http://www.vhscotland.org.uk/events/conf.php
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From SAMH:
SAMH Forum: Question Time:
19th April, Edinburgh. Even if you don’t consider yourself particularly interested in politics, or are completely fed up with politicians in general, SAMH urges you to make mental health matter during the UK election. Who you vote for can have an enormous impact on major issues facing the country, including: human rights, welfare/ benefits, employment, equality, and the treatment of veterans. Why not come to our hustings? This is a meeting where potential candidates can set out what he/ she will do, if elected. This is your chance to ask questions and cross-examine the candidates, as well as getting ‘on record’ commitments from: John Mason MP / SNP - Scottish National Party; Martin Donald / Conservative Party; John Barrett MP / Liberal Democrats; Labour TBC. A range of experts have also agreed to speak at our Forum, including Alan Miller (Chair of the Scottish Human Rights Commission), Donnie Lyons (Director of the Mental Welfare Commission), and Matthew Lancashire (Citizens Advice Scotland). Whatever your interests, you can customise your day to learn more about the topics that matter to you. Attendance at this event is FREE for SAMH Members (there’s still time to join!) and costs just £45 for non-members. A buffet lunch will also be provided. All you need to do is complete a booking form and return it to us. More info and links at:
http://www.samh.org.uk/frontend/index.cfm?page=30&newsid=198
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From PINK NEWS (Scotland):
Anti-Bullying Film Comes To Scotland (10/03/10):
A film to tackle homophobic bullying is to be sent to every secondary school in Scotland. FIT, produced by Stonewall, features six teenagers, some of whom are gay, at a dance club. It has been compared to television shows Glee and Skins.
www.pinknews.co.uk/2010/03/10/anti-bullying-film-comes-to-scotland/
Scottish Lib Dems Call For Gay Marriage (08/03/10):
The Lib Dem Scottish spring conference passed a motion yesterday calling on the Scottish government to legalise gay marriage.
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From VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN PREVENTION NETWORK SCOTLAND:
New Report On Supporting Women And Girls Involved In Serious Youth Violence (05/03/10):
New Report On Supporting Women And Girls Involved In Serious Youth Violence (05/03/10):
Specialist services and policies targeting women and girls involved in gangs are needed to help reduce and prevent youth violence, says a new report by Race on the Agenda (ROTA).
Launch of CEDAR Project DVD (11/03/10):
A DVD which shows how Forth Valley Cedar project works with children to help them recover from the effects of domestic abuse has been launched. The Cedar (Children Experiencing Domestic Abuse Recovery) Project is a 3-year pilot programme, funded by the Scottish Government, for children and mothers who have experience of domestic abuse. The Forth Valley Cedar Project helps children and mothers from all three Council areas of Clackmannanshire, Falkirk and Stirling.
http://www.vawpreventionscotland.org.uk/news/launch-cedar-project-dvd
New SWA Briefings (08/03/10):
Scottish Women’s Aid is pleased to launch the first three in a new series of information briefings to be published over the coming months. The first briefings examine the relationship between domestic abuse and alcohol use, the impact of domestic abuse on women’s health and the impact of domestic abuse on children and young people. Visit the SWA website to download these documents free of charge.
http://www.vawpreventionscotland.org.uk/news/new-swa-briefings
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From SCOTTISH REFUGEE COUNCIL:
Asylum: The Facts And A Guide For Journalists (March 2010):
http://www.scottishrefugeecouncil.org.uk/
Asylum: Getting The Balance Right (March 2010):
SRC welcomes the first in-depth inspection of the UK asylum system by the Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency (UKBA). His report, “Asylum: Getting the Balance Right?” was published 26 Feb 2010. The report found that, based on current staffing levels and the complexity and volume of asylum cases, the UK Border Agency’s target of concluding 90 per cent of asylum cases within six months by December 2011 is unachievable. Read more about our response, and read the report, on the policy section of our website http://www.scottishrefugeecouncil.org.uk/pub/Policyresponses
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From CAPABILITY SCOTLAND:
QC Backs Barred! (02/03/10):
A Scottish QC has given his support to Capability’s Barred! campaign to promote accessibility to pubs and clubs.
http://www.capability-scotland.org.uk/qcbacksbarred.aspx
Capability Pilots Innovative New Web Service (08/03/10):
Capability is branching out into the digital age by piloting an innovative new web service aimed specifically at charities. The ‘iGiveADamn’ programme was developed last year by Dundee University graduates Jamie Shek and Kyle Montague and allows charities to create an online profile which will keep their supporters interactively informed at all times.
http://www.capability-scotland.org.uk/igiveadamnpilot.aspx
1 In 4 Poll:
Do you have personal experience of disability, perhaps you are disabled yourself, or have a disabled friend or relative? Do you want to be part of a society where everyone enjoys the same civil and human rights? If so we want to hear from you. Join our 1in4 poll and get involved in our campaigns to influence policy, legislation and attitudes on a range of topical issues including housing, justice and access to voting.
http://www.capability-scotland.org.uk/joinour1in4poll.aspx
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From DISABILITY CULTURAL PROJECTS (DCP):
Lung Ha’s Auditions:
In April 2010, Lung Ha’s Theatre Company is holding auditions for anyone with a learning disability to become a Company Member. Please note that all applicants must be 18 or over and based in Edinburgh or the surrounding area. For more information on how to take part in the audition please download the Audition Pack from the Lung Ha’s Theatre Company website: www.lunghas.co.uk
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From ENQUIRE: THE SCOTTISH ADVICE SERVICE FOR ADDITIONAL SUPPORT FOR LEARNING:
Interviews About Help At School For Pupils Who Have Been Made Homeless:
Every day 60 children are made homeless in Scotland. This makes them twice as likely as other pupils to leave school without qualifications, 5 times as likely to lack a quiet space to do homework and twice as likely to suffer persistent bullying. To explore these issues further, Enquire recently held a consultation with children (aged 8-15) at Shelter in South Lanarkshire. The youth group created art and recorded interviews in which they share their views and suggest ways that schools could help families facing homelessness. To listen to the interviews go to http://www.enquire.org.uk/youngpeople/wordpress/?p=694 You can also view the children’s artwork at http://www.enquire.org.uk/youngpeople/wordpress/?p=678 Enquire is the Scottish advice service for additional support for learning. We give advice about getting extra help at school to children and young people, their parents/carers and professionals who support them. Helpline: 0845 123 23 03 info@enquire.org.uk
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From STONEWALL SCOTLAND:
Adoption And Fostering:
Stonewall Scotland welcomes the news that same-sex couples in Scotland have equality in adoption and fostering at last.
www.stonewallscotland.org.uk/scotland/media/current_releases/3135.asp
Stonewall Scotland Launches Anti-Discrimination Guide:
Stonewall Scotland has launched a guide for lesbian, gay, and bisexual people who have been discriminated against.
www.stonewallscotland.org.uk/scotland/media/current_releases/3602.asp
First Ever Feature Film Tackling Homophobic Bulling:
FIT, a feature film designed to tackle homophobic bullying, is being sent out to every secondary school in Scotland
www.stonewallscotland.org.uk/scotland/media/current_releases/3736.asp
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From DEAF ACTION:
Call For Works: Deaf Art:
Submission Deadline: Friday 19 March. Deaf Action is hosting an exhibition to celebrate the organisation’s 175 Year Anniversary. Artworks from deaf or hard of hearing people are required. Hand in work with all details on the back of work, to Deaf Action, Monday to Friday 9 - 5pm. Exhibition will run from 31 March - 31 April 2010. For further information e-mail sarah.colegrove@deafaction.org www.deafaction.org
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From SCOTTISH PARLIAMENT:
Calls For Evidence On The Criminal Justice And Licensing (Scotland) Bill (SP Bill 24):
Deadline: 17th March 2010
Inquiry Into Migration And Trafficking:
Deadline: 9th April 2010
Call For Evidence On The End Of Life Assistance (Scotland) Bill:
Deadline: 12th May 2010
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From SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT:
Review Of The Twice Yearly Count Of Gypsies/Travellers In Scotland (11/03/10):
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Publications/2010/03/05103811
Review Of The Twice Yearly Count Of Gypsies/Travellers In Scotland - Research Finding (11/03/10):
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Publications/2010/03/08154645
Information About Harm Leaflet (10/03/10):
Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists information booklet using symbols for people with communication support needs
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Publications/2010/03/10100213
Health And Community Care: Research Findings No.97/2010: Review Of Mental Health Law Consultation Analysis (09/03/10):
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Publications/2010/03/04155521
Review Of Mental Health Law Consultation Analysis (09/03/10):
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Publications/2010/03/04155611
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UK NEWS
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From EQUALITY AND HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION:
Briefing: International Womens Day 2010:
March 8 is International Womens Day. The Commission prepared a Parliamentary Briefing for peers and MPs in preparation for debates in the Lords and Commons on 4 March and 11 March respectively, in honour of International Women’s Day 2010.
Disability Harassment: Consultation On Draft Terms Of Reference:
Deadline 26 March 2010
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From UK PARLIAMENT:
Commons Debate Law On Assisted Suicide (11/03/10):
MPs discussed law on assisted suicide and recently published prosecuting guidelines
House Of Lords On International Women’s Day (05/03/10):
Global celebration of economic, political and social achievements of women debated by the Lords
MPs Revisit Inquiries On Domestic Violence And On Gurkhas (09/03/10):
Home Affairs Committee sessions follow-up inquiries on domestic violence and on rights of Gurkhas
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From LORDS OF THE BLOG:
Equality For Gays (05/03/10):
Last Tuesday evening there were two amendments to the Equality Bill giving the right to “conscientious objections” to gay equality measures. They were tabled by Baroness Butler-Sloss, who supported Lord Alli’s later amendment to allow religious faiths the right to hold civil partnership ceremonies and has in the past been a strong advocate of gay rights.
http://lordsoftheblog.net/2010/03/05/equality-for-gays/
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From END VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN COALITION (EVAW):
EVAW Coalition Urges Department For Children, Schools And Families To Prioritise Teacher Training To Protect Young Women From Violence And Prevent Violence In The Long Term (08/03/10):
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From JOSEPH ROWNTREE FOUNDATION:
Funding Social Care: What Service Users Say:
Service users often aren’t involved in discussions about social care funding, yet they will be most affected by any changes to the current failing system.
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From DISABILITY NOW:
Charity Launches Shared Surface Legal Challenge:
Guide Dogs A charity has been granted permission to apply for judicial review over a local authority’s plans to introduce a shared surface on a busy London street.
Assisted Suicide: Guidelines Strive For Neutral Tone:
New guidelines, published today by the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Keir Starmer QC, make no mention of either disability or terminal illness
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From CENTRE FOR LOCAL POLICY STUDIES:
CLPS Summer School 2010: ‘Reflecting Back - Looking Forwards; What Next For Public Policy And Community Empowerment In A New Political Era?:
21 - 23 June, Wychwood Park Hotel, Crewe. Confirmed Speakers: Barry Quirk, Chief Executive of Lewisham and author of the ‘Quirk Review’ of community management and the ownership of public assets; Katie Ghose , Director of the British Institute of Human Rights; Sir Bert Massie, former chairman of the Disability Rights Commission and a founding Commissioner of the Equality and Human Rights Commission
http://blogs.edgehill.ac.uk/clps/clps-events-and-summer-school/
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From STONEWALL:
Diversity Essential For All Businesses In Britain, Employers Told (09/03/10):
http://www.stonewall.org.uk/media/current_releases/3738.asp
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From MIND:
Mental Health In The Workplace - Employers Survey (11/03/10):
Please help inform our campaign for wellbeing at work.
Mind Calls For Regulation Of Counsellors And Psychotherapists (10/03/10):
New figures highlight the importance of independent statutory regulation.
Little Boxes (08/03/10):
Do you have too much sex? Or not enough? Either way, you’re obviously mentally disordered! Or you very well might be in 2013 when the DSM-5, the new edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual, is published.
http://www.mind.org.uk/blog/3058_little_boxes
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From REFUGEE COUNCIL:
Government Publishes Consultation On Charging Foreign Nationals For Healthcare - Some Refused Asylum Seekers Will Now Be Exempt (09/03/10):
http://www.refugeecouncil.org.uk/news/archive/press/2010/March/09032010
Refugee Council Calls For End To Injustice For Asylum Seeking Women (08/03/10):
Protests At Yarl’s Wood: Refugee Council Response (04/03/10):
As women continue to hunger strike at Yarl’s Wood immigration removal centre in protest over the conditions and length of their detention, the Refugee Council is calling for an end to the indefinite detention of people who have claimed asylum.
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From FAWCETT:
Ceri Goddard Writes For The Guardians Comment Is Free (11/03/10):
Is Question Times all women audience a good idea?
http://www.fawcettsociety.org.uk//index.asp?PageID=1112
Fawcett Responds To Gordon Brown’s Podcast (09/03/10):
Fawcett Society welcomes the Prime Ministers call for action on getting more women in to Britains board rooms.
http://www.fawcettsociety.org.uk//index.asp?PageID=1110
Don’t Forget Us: Women Want MPs’ Attention (09/03/10):
What About Women? campaign van toured parliament yesterday
http://www.fawcettsociety.org.uk//index.asp?PageID=1111
Women Voters Want More Than Political Charm Offensives, Say Fawcett (08/03/10):
Press Release: Largest women’s equality coalition for decades asks politicians What About Women?
http://www.fawcettsociety.org.uk//index.asp?PageID=1106
Politics Show Sunday 7th March 2010 (08/03/10):
Ceri Goddard asks What About Women
http://www.fawcettsociety.org.uk//index.asp?PageID=1107
The Rights Of Woman: How Far Have They Advanced? (08/03/10):
Tomorrow is the 100th International Women’s Day, and women everywhere this weekend are marching, celebrating and protesting.
http://www.fawcettsociety.org.uk//index.asp?PageID=1108
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From WOMEN’S RESOURCE CENTRE:
Consultation On Guidance Re Commissioning Local Services To Address VAWG Open Until 15 March:
The Women’s Resource Centre has responded to the government’s consultation on mainstreaming the commissioning of local services to address violence against women and girls. Read it at http://digbig.com/5bbfct While the guidance is very good, there are still some key points to address in order to ensure that the independent, specialist women’s VAWG sector is supported by local commissioners. The consultation is open until 15 March, so there is still time for you to respond. The original consultation by the government can be found at http://digbig.com/5bbfcw
Million Women Rise March A Success:
About 8,000 women marched to a chilly Trafalgar Square in London on Saturday for the Million Women Rise march. Co-ordinator Sabrina Qureshi told a cheering crowd “Violence against women must end, it must end now and in our lifetime.” The march also gained considerable mainstream coverage, with mentions in the Telegraph and Independent. You can read more about it on the Million Women Rise website. There are also pictures and video. http://www.millionwomenrise.com/
WOMANKIND’s Speak Out For Women Campaign Launched:
WOMANKIND has also launched its own election campaign, urging MPs and prospective MPs to keep women “at the heart of their politics”. learn more about the campaign and sign up at: www.womankind.org.uk
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From COMMUNITIES AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT:
New Award To Honour British Heroes Of The Holocaust (09/03/10):
http://www.communities.gov.uk/news/corporate/1499842
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From PRIME MINISTER’S OFFICE:
PM Calls For More Women In Boardrooms (08/03/10):
The Prime Minister has called for more women in Britain’s boardrooms as he met leading female executives at a breakfast meeting to mark International Women’s Day.
http://www.number10.gov.uk/Page22718
Baroness Kinnock To Lead Efforts Tackling Violence Against Women (08/03/10):
The Prime Minister has announced that Baroness Kinnock will take on a new role leading the Government’s work to tackle violence against women overseas.
http://www.number10.gov.uk/Page22721
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From SCOPE:
Polls Apart: Opening Elections To Disabled People:
In the 21st century, you would think that disabled people would be able to vote independently and in secret like anyone else. But, many disabled people still encounter access barriers when they vote. That’s why Scope will be running our Polls Apart campaign in the run-up to the General Election in 2010. We’re keen to involve as many people as possible, particularly disabled people, in the campaign. Visit the website http://www.pollsapart.org.uk/?dm_i=6J4,32F6,Q069A,BZ83,1 for more information about Polls Apart or email campaigns@scope.org.uk
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From RNIB:
RNID Welcomes Steps To Make Youtube More Accessible (08/03/10):
In a move designed to make YouTube more accessible for people who are deaf or hard of hearing, English-language video clips will now be captioned automatically.
http://www.rnid.org.uk/mediacentre/press/2010/youtube.htm
Equality Bill Victory (04/03/10):
RNIB’s Vice-President and former Chairman, Lord Low of Dalston, has secured a major victory through an amendment to the Equality Bill that is going through Parliament. Amendment strengthens right to accessible information
Government Blocks New Europe-Wide Disability Rights:
Our government is failing to fight for disability rights at European level.
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From GOVERNMENT EQUALITIES OFFICE:
Women On Boards: Public Want Quicker Pace Of Change (08/03/10):
Govt calls on firms to report action taken
International Women’s Day 8th March 2010:
International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating the economic, political and social achievements of women past, present and future. It is an opportunity for organisations, individuals and Government to celebrate the progress made in the past 99 years since the first International Women’s Day . But it is also an opportunity to look forward to what more needs to happen to ensure the lives of women both in Britain and all around the world are improved. Go to www.equalities.gov.uk/international_womens_day1.aspx for more information on what the Government believes still needs to be done (for individuals, for the economy, and for society), and for links to the following documents: Women On Boards: Public Want Quicker Pace Of Change; Women in Power. Working towards a new UN women’s agency; Women’s Representation; Improving Women’s lives. What has the Government done for Women; Women in power summit (including the Cadiz declaration and Harriet Harman’s speech); International Women’s Day House of Lords debate; CSW, 1-12 March 2010; EU Women’s Charter
The Service Families Employment & Skills Taskforce Report (10/03/10):
www.equalities.gov.uk/PDF/14155%20GEO%20Service%20families%205th.pdf
Government Response To The Speaker’s Conference Report (10/03/10):
The Government welcomes recommendations from the Speaker’s Conference to increase diversity in Parliament.
http://www.equalities.gov.uk/news/government_response_to_the_spe.aspx
Women In Focus Events Call For Women Focussed Services For Vulnerable Women Offenders (08/03/10):
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From NORTH YORKSHIRE FORUM FOR VOLUNTARY ORGANISATIONS:
NYFVO Employment Advice Service Present: Equalities Conference: Implementing the Equalities Act in the Third Sector:
Tuesday 23 March, Priory Street Centre, York
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From UK DISABILITY PEOPLE’S COUNCIL:
Disasters: What Happens To Disabled People? (05/03/10):
International disasters, such as the recent earthquakes in Haiti and Chile, and the floods in Madeira highlight a crucial issue that the media does not adequately cover. That is, what happens to those most in need of humanitarian relief and assistance? What happens to disabled people when disaster strikes?
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From EMPLOYERS’ FORUM ON DISABILITY:
Non-Visible Disabilities: Line Manager Guide:
Many people associate disability with visible, physical conditions and impairments.
www.efd.org.uk/publications/non-visible-disabilities-line-manager-guide
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From VOICE4CHANGE:
V4CE BME Manifesto Survey Launches Manifesto4Change For The BME Third Sector:
Voice4Change England have launched an online survey to engage Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) third sector organisations to participate in a national dialogue to shape a Manifesto for the BME third sector.
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From PINK NEWS:
Harriet Harman Could Ban Prostitute Adverts (09/03/10):
Escort adverts in magazines and newspapers could be banned if Labour wins the general election. The party is putting forward a new law in its election manifesto which could impose a £10,000 fine for those who fail to comply.
Lord Alli Attacks Bishops For ‘Misleading Public’ Over Religious Civil Partnerships (08/03/10):
Out gay peer Lord Waheed Alli has accused bishops of misleading church leaders and the public over plans to allow gay couples to have their civil partnerships in church.
Government Could Reject Religious Civil Partnerships Amendment (05/03/10):
Equalities minister Harriet Harman could remove an Equality Bill amendment allowing civil partnerships in church over fears it could raise problems in the marriage system.
Trans Woman Fighting For Pension Rights (05/03/10):
A trans woman who refuses to divorce her wife is fighting to get her pension backdated to the age of 60. Christine Timbrell completed her transition in 2000 but is not legally recognised as a woman because she will not divorce her wife of 42 years, Joy.
www.pinknews.co.uk/2010/03/05/trans-woman-fighting-for-pension-rights/
‘Serious Errors’ Made When Equality Watchdog Was Set Up (04/03/10):
The setting up of the Equality and Human Rights Commission was “patently flawed” and cost taxpayers almost £39 million, a Commons report said today.
Cameron Promises Equal Parental Leave For Gay Couples (04/03/10):
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INTERNATIONAL NEWS
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From ILGA-EUROPE:
Transgender People And The Gender Recast Directive - Implementation Guidelines (December 2009):
The aim of these Guidelines is to provide an introduction to the content of the Gender Recast Directive and an overview of the jurisprudence of the European Court of Justice, and their relevance for trans people living in the European Union. These Guidelines are also designed to give guidance on how to improve the implementation of the Gender Recast Directive vis-a-vis gender identity, and to ensure equality for all trans people in the countries where the Directive is applicable.
www.ilga-europe.org/europe/publications/reports_and_other_materials
Two Posters On The Rights Of Trans People (December 2009):
Launch Of 15 Minutes Video About ILGA-Europe: “Different Voices, One European Movement”:
ILGA-Europe is launching a 15 minutes video “Different voices, one European movement”. The aim of this video is to provide a simple and clear explanation of what is ILGA-Europe, how it works and why there is a need for such an organisation.
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From FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS AGENCY:
Statement By The European Union Agency For Fundamental Rights On International Women’s Day (08/03/10):
http://fra.europa.eu/fraWebsite/home/infocus10_0803_en.htm
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From EUROPEAN ROMA RIGHTS CENTRE (ERRC):
ERRC Opposes Ethnic Boarding Schools in Slovakia (10/03/10):
Today the ERRC sent a letter of concern to the Prime Minister of the Slovak Republic, Robert Fico, condemning his 8 March statement that ethnic boarding schools are the sole solution to the lack of development in Romani communities in the country.
http://www.errc.org/cikk.php?cikk=3073
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From DECADE OF ROMA INCLUSION 2005-2015:
“A Roma Journey” From The European Library (08/03/10):
A new virtual exhibition from the European Library provides free access to a variety of content about the rich cultural heritage of Roma across Europe.
http://www.romadecade.org/a_roma_journey_from_the_european_library
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From EUROPEAN WOMEN’S LOBBY:
EWL Calls For Urgent And Substantive Action From The EU To Fully Implement The Beijing Platform For Action!:
The European Women’s Lobby Beijing+15 Report on the activities of the European Union is now available. The EWL will from 27 February be active in the Beijing Platform for Action review process in New York at the NGO Forum and the 54th session of the Commission on the Status of Women.
http://www.womenlobby.org/site/hp.asp?langue=EN
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From BARNARD CENTRE FOR RESEARCH ON WOMEN:
The Scholar & The Feminist Online Issue 8.1 Fall 2009: Valuing Domestic Work:
http://www.barnard.edu/sfonline/work/
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From EUROPEAN DISABILITY FORUM:
International Women’s Day: Women With Disabilities Have To Be Included In The EU Gender Policies (08/03/10):
http://www.edf-feph.org/Page_Generale.asp?DocID=13854&thebloc=23949
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From INTERNATIONAL GAY AND LESBIAN HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION:
International Women’s Day 2010: Including the LBT Agenda (08/03/10):
Marking the March 8 International Women’s Day and participating in the ongoing Commission on the Status of Women at the United Nations over the last week has given us at the International Gay and Lesbian Human Rights Commission an opportunity to reflect on our work in the context of the global women’s movement.
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