Tell Birmingham City Council: Human Rights matter here
Across the UK, millions of people are struggling to afford the basics.
In Birmingham, some of the highest poverty levels in the country mean nearly half of all children are growing up in poverty, while homelessness persists at an alarming rate. [1]
Racism also continues to harm our communities, from high levels of race-related hate crime to deep inequalities in income, health and access to services. These are not abstract issues – they are violations of our fundamental human rights.
Around the world, grave human rights crises continue. In occupied Gaza, Amnesty International has determined that Israel is committing genocide against Palestinians. People across the UK, including in Birmingham, are appalled by the scale of civilian suffering and are calling for the UK to do more to uphold international law and end these human rights violations wherever they occur.
Human rights are under threat, but change is possible. Councils have real power and responsibility to protect dignity, meet people’s needs and stand up for justice. Their focus should reflect the values of the communities they represent.
Across the UK, millions of people are struggling to afford the basics.
In Birmingham, some of the highest poverty levels in the country mean nearly half of all children are growing up in poverty, while homelessness persists at an alarming rate. [1]
Racism also continues to harm our communities, from high levels of race-related hate crime to deep inequalities in income, health and access to services. These are not abstract issues – they are violations of our fundamental human rights.
Around the world, grave human rights crises continue. In occupied Gaza, Amnesty International has determined that Israel is committing genocide against Palestinians. People across the UK, including in Birmingham, are appalled by the scale of civilian suffering and are calling for the UK to do more to uphold international law and end these human rights violations wherever they occur.
Human rights are under threat, but change is possible. Councils have real power and responsibility to protect dignity, meet people’s needs and stand up for justice. Their focus should reflect the values of the communities they represent.