Originally posted in Camden New Journal
WE the undersigned from across Camden and north London note with concern a rise in racism in Britain and across Europe.
In contrast to those who seek to divide us through whipping up bigotry and hatred – whether that be scapegoating migrants, through attacking the Muslim community or any other form of racial hatred – we celebrate the multi-cultural, vibrant and diverse nature of London and the communities we live in.
Internationally protests against racism are also growing, from those rejecting Islamophobia, anti-semitism and racism in Europe to the #blacklivesmatter protests in Ferguson and across the USA – we pledge to join this movement against racism, including through joining the Stand Up to Racism march on UN Anti-Racism day, March 21, see http://www.standuptoracism.org.uk/