SEEAWA stands against the far-right riots and acts of racist violence that are currently spreading fear across the UK, especially among migrant communities. In the face of this right-wing terrorism, we reiterate: racism and Islamophobia are unacceptable and have no place in our society.
Migrants and people of colour already face so much precarity in this country where creating a hostile environment for immigrants has been encoded into policy. This precarity has only intensified now as migrant accommodations, residences, businesses, community spaces, and places of worship are being targeted by these ongoing terrorist acts.
We stand together with migrants, refugees, asylum seekers, and people of colour as they bear the brunt of these racist attacks.
We urge the government to deploy all resources available to end the riots and ensure the safety of vulnerable communities. More importantly, we implore the government to undo the policies and systems that have allowed this hatred towards migrants to take root and proliferate.
We call upon the public to speak out against racism in whatever ways they can, whether it’s joining a counter-protest, offering support to those who need it, or having conversations to challenge racist and bigoted ideology.
If you want to join an action to protest the far right riots, follow @standuptoracismuk for information. If you need support in light of these attacks, do not hesitate to get in touch with us.