| NHS Constitution Consultation Event |
The Race Quality Foundation (REF) held a consultation event with BME organisations on 14 July 2010. The purpose of the consultation was to discuss the constitution and what it means for black and minority ethic communities.
Publication date: 16 July 2010
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| Do you want to advocate for the priorities of BME older persons at a regional level? |
The Regional BME network has been invited to become a member of the East Midlands Later Life Forum, hosted by Government Office East Midlands, and we are looking for two members (a network representative and a deputy) who are interested and able to join the forum and represent the views and priorities of BME Older Persons at the Later Life Forum meetings.
Publication date: 01 July 2010
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| Costs, Barriers & Benefits of Involving Volunteers from Under-Represented Groups |
Cost is not the principal barrier for organisations wishing to engage volunteers from under-represented groups according to this research issued by the Commission for the Compact.
Findings from this research show that ...
Publication date: 22 June 2010
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| Not Gone, But Forgotton - The Urgent Need for a More Humane Asylum System |
This report explores the Red Cross’ work supporting thousands of destitute asylum seekers and refugees throughout the UK and the daily challenges they face to survive. In particular, it explores the experiences of refused asylum seekers who have reached the end of the appeal process and suggests some policy solutions to help improve their humanitarian situation.
Publication date: 22 June 2010
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| Do It Right |
NHS are working in partnership with the African HIV Policy Network and NAHIP to riase awareness of HIV and AIDS and about encouraging safe sexual practices. For more information visit www.doitrig ...
Publication date: 27 May 2010
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| Your Human Rights |
"Your Human Rights" is a series of plain English, non-technical guides focusing on the practical relevance of human rights in the UK published by British Institute of Human Rights (BIHR). They are written directly for people living with mental health problems, disabled people, older people and refugees and asylum seekers who are in situations where they may need information on their human rights.
Publication date: 07 May 2010
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| The Price of Race Inequality, The Black Manifesto 2010 |
Britain is a country rightly proud of its historic contributions to setting the global standard for democracy and the rule of law. Despite this progress there remain many challenges to achieving the 'good society' and responding to the critical issues of globalisation and increased diversity.
Publication date: 20 April 2010
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| European Commission against Racism and Intolerance |
The European Commission against Racism and Intolerance (ECRI) has published its fourth report on the United Kingdom which deals with racism, xenophobia, anti-Semitism and intolerance in this country. ECRI’s Chair, Nils Muiznieks, pointed out positive steps in fighting discrimination, but also expressed concern that racist incidents had become more frequent, police powers were exercised in a manner that disproportionately affected minority groups, Gypsies and Travellers still faced serious discrimination and asylum-seekers remained in a vulnerable position.
Publication date: 14 April 2010
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| Seeing Double: Realising Rights |
Seeing Double: Realising Rights looks at the problems faced by women of ethnic minorities in the prison system. It highlights the racial and sexual discrimination that they face and suggests some ways in which the situation can be improved by criminal justice authorities.
Publication date: 14 April 2010
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| Doing Things Differently: Step Changes in Skills and Inclusion |
Following a series of roundtable discussions and an open consultation, the National Skills Forum and Associate Parliamentary Skills Group have launched the final report of their inquiry into skills and social inclusion. The report focuses on the impa ...
Publication date: 14 April 2010
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| BME Position Statement |
One East Midlands would like to confirm and reiterate its position, to all members and stakeholders, in relation to our work in developing the regional BME Policy Forum:
A key strategic objective for One East Midlands is: "to provide support to the development of BME voice and policy influence in the region through a BME Policy Forum".
Publication date: 18 March 2010
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| Health Inequalities Briefing |
Sir Micheal Marmot has produced a national review of health inequalities and how to tackle them. The review was published in February and we have produced a briefing on the findings. Please see the attached report.
Publication date: 18 March 2010
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| Compact Debate: Response from the East Midlands VCS |
This is a response document compiled from events held in the East Midlands during Compact Week in regards to the national consultation, in 2008. If you have any further comments or views please get in touch with ...
Publication date: 18 March 2010
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| Third Sector Action Plan |
The action plan for the third sector, published by Minister for the Cabinet Office Liam Byrne, sets out a targeted package of support that includes measures to help hundreds of voluntary organisations, charities, and social enterprises step up advice, support and volunteering in the areas that need it most across the country.
Publication date: 17 February 2009
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| Conservative Green Paper Briefing |
On 3 June the Conservative Party unveiled a green paper that will form the basis for its policy towards the Third Sector. It builds upon the work of the Social Justice Policy Group which was chaired by Iain Duncan Smith and looks to inform Conservative policy for their manifesto for the general election expected in 2010.
Publication date: 19 December 2008
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