UNISON backs Scottish Refugee Week - can you help?

by Chris Bartter

Scottish Refugee Week takes place 15 - 22 June, and UNISON Scotland will be playing a major part as part of its anti-racism strategy.

Refugee Week is organised by the Scottish Refugee Council in Scotland, and this year it is based around the theme of HOME. As part of our involvement, UNISON is to assist with the organisation and to take part in three community based events in Glasgow.

A Family Fun Day in the Hidden Garden, Tramway Theatre - with performances and stalls organised by Govanhill and Pollokshields Integration Network on Saturday 13 June.

The Kingslink Carnival in Knightswood on 27 June - which continues the success of the North Glasgow Carnival,

and an International Family Day in Pollock on Thursday 2 July.

Eileen Dinning, UNISON Scotland’s Equalities Officer said: “Our anti-racism plan has a major strand of activity, geared to actively engaging with refugee communities and promoting good relations between them and indigenous residents.

“These events bring together people of all nationalities and cultures to celebrate Glasgow’s diverse cultures, and are an ideal way for UNISON members to help achieve our aims. I am writing to all local branches and other activists asking for their assistance in making these events a success.”

In addition to these, UNISON is backing the Parliamentary launch of Refugee Week - organized by Bill Butler MSP on 18 June.

If anyone can assist with stalls or other activity in these events please contact Eileen Dinning on e.dinning@unison.co.uk - 0141 342 2831.

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