Living at the intersection of racism and sexism is far from easy. We are discriminated against for being Black and for being women, and we exist in both identities at all times. When trying to understand a Black woman’s experiences, intersectionality is an important consideration. Intersectional discrimination has only recently been recognised, at least in […]
“In a racist society, it is not enough to be non-racist. We must be anti-racist” Angela Davis Saturday 20 March 2021 marks the UN anti-racism Day of Action. Regrettably the effect of the global pandemic meant that demonstrations set to take place last year had to be postponed. However, an exciting online gathering event will replace […]
UNISON has written to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) this week, calling for improved guidance for employers on how to protect their Black and other vulnerable workers during the pandemic.
The uncomfortable conversation that needs to be had.
UNISON South East outlines a series of recommendations and actions that branches can take to challenge inequality for Black members at work as we navigate through the pandemic
“Black staff and students must have the same opportunities to develop their studies and careers as their white counterparts.”
We hear from Rosita Ellis, chair of the regional Black members committee, during Islamophobia Awareness Month
We hope you are well and keeping safe. 2020 has been a year of change, challenge and uncertainty due to the COVID-19 pandemic. As a result of COVID-19, many conferences and meetings have had to be cancelled. But we still want to involve you, share information on how Black members are keeping active in UNISON […]
The Lawrence Review endorses UNISON’s view that decades of discrimination have left Black communities over-exposed and under-protected from COVID-19
As part of Black History Month, we review a new book that explores systems of exploitation, suppression and persecution
Urgent action needed to protect Black communities from second wave
Findings of risk assessments must be implemented
On Saturday I had the pleasures of joining the annual general meeting of our Regional Black Members self-organised group. Self-organised groups are an important part of UNISON’s internal structures. Members who identify with an under-represented group take the opportunity to come together, to lead their own agenda, and develop their own campaigns in a safe […]
October is black history month, it’s a month where we come together to celebrate the contribution that black people have made to society and continue to do so
‘People voiced exactly how they felt. They pulled no punches’
