We Knew Racism Was Here, Now We Have The Evidence
When I read the North East Anti-Racism’s Coalition’s report ‘Exposing Racism in the North East’, my first reaction was a quiet nod. This was not because the findings are easy to sit with, but because they’re familiar. People of all ethnicities across the region have...
What Would the North East Look Like if We Got This Right?
The North East is a region people care deeply about. It is a place known for its communities, its resilience and the way people often come together when times are tough. It is a region with a strong sense of identity and belonging. Ask anyone why they stay here and...
From Lived Experience to Collective Action: Women and Girls Roundtable
Last month, the North East Anti Racism Coalition (NEARC) kicked off a series of roundtables to discuss our research findings on the nature and extent of racism across the North East. NEARC is a movement of individuals and organisations of all ethnicities...
As New Leaders Take Office, Anti-Racism Cannot Be Left Behind
The results from the latest elections across the North East are now settling in. As with every election, some people will be pleased with the outcome while others will be disappointed. There will be relief in some places, frustration in others, and many people still...