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AC Statement Against the Racist, Xenophobic and Islamophobic Riots and Attacks in the UK

August 20, 2024

The Civil Society Action Committee (AC) condemns the recent racist, xenophobic, and Islamophobic riots in the UK that have endangered minority communities, migrants, diaspora and people of color.

The AC also deplores media narratives that downplay the severity of the violence and the government's inadequate protection for those targeted.

The AC calls for clear condemnation of these hate-driven acts, protection for at-risk communities, and cooperation with countries of origin to protect and support their diaspora.

Cardinal Nichols Joins UK Faith Leaders in Joint Letter Condemning Anti-Immigration Riots

Source: The Times

Cardinal Vincent Nichols has joined other faith leaders in the United Kingdom in a joint letter, condemning anti-immigration riots across the country as 'a stain on our national conscience'. Together, they pledge their support for a 'constructive and compassionate dialogue on immigration and social cohesion'.

Bishops’ Conference in England and Wales Urges Recognition of the Dignity and Humanity of Those Seeking Protection

Bishops’ Conference in England and Wales Urges Recognition of the Dignity and Humanity of Those Seeking Protection

Amidst increasingly restrictive UK asylum policies and ongoing deaths in the English Channel, the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of England and...
Promoting European Efforts on Complementary Pathways at Second Global Refugee Forum 1

Promoting European Efforts on Complementary Pathways at Second Global Refugee Forum

ICMC Europe co-hosts a linked event of the Global Refugee Forum in Geneva on 12 December 2023, promoting dialogue amongst...
ICMC Co-Organizes Workshop on the Long-Term Expansion of Community Sponsorship for Refugees

ICMC Co-Organizes Workshop on the Long-Term Expansion of Community Sponsorship for Refugees

On 26-27 September, ICMC and the Canadian Embassy to the Holy See co-organized a hybrid workshop on the community sponsorship of...
Exchanging Expertise to Ensure Strong and Sustainable Community Sponsorship for Refugees

Exchanging Expertise to Ensure Strong and Sustainable Community Sponsorship for Refugees

ICMC and the Canadian Embassy to the Holy See co-organize a hybrid workshop on ensuring the long-term viability and expansion...
ICMC Members and Church Leaders Respond to the Needs of Afghans, Advocate for Their Protection

ICMC Members and Church Leaders Respond to the Needs of Afghans, Advocate for Their Protection

As fear and uncertainty grasp Afghanistan following the Taliban’s rapid takeover, ICMC’s members, the Catholic Bishops’ Conferences, along with their...

UK and France Must Tackle the Underlying Reasons for a Rise in Channel Crossings

Source: Catholic News Agency

Bishop Paul McAleenan of the bishops' conference of England and Wales urged the UK and France to address the underlying reasons many migrants flee their country. His statement came in response to a meeting between the two countries' government officials responsible for migration policies.

UK Bishops Urge Changes To Government’s Immigration Bill

Source: Crux

In a joint statement, the Bishops’ Conferences of Scotland and of England and Wales warned that a proposed Immigration Bill made necessary by Brexit would hinder migrants’ opportunity to contribute to society in the UK. The bishops recommended introducing a time limit to immigration detention and removing barriers that keep families apart to the new legislation.

UK Announces Refugee Resettlement and Community Sponsorship Programs Due to Start in 2020 1

UK Announces Refugee Resettlement and Community Sponsorship Programs Due to Start in 2020

The UK government has announced plans for a new refugee resettlement program, to be implemented as of 2020. It has...
Facilitating the Integration of Refugees in the European Union

Facilitating the Integration of Refugees in the European Union

“LINK IT” is a newly launched project aimed at facilitating the socio-economic integration of some 500 Syrian refugees resettled in...
ICMC Secretary General Shares His Advent Reflection With UK Parliament

ICMC Secretary General Shares His Advent Reflection With UK Parliament

On the occasion of the annual Advent Parliamentary Reflection, ICMC Secretary General Msgr. Robert J. Vitillo was invited by the...
Publication

Welcome to Sheffield Reflections on 8 Years Experience of Receiving Resettled Refugees at the Local Level

May 11, 2012

Welcome to Sheffield 1

Welcome to Sheffield

ICMC Europe and the British city of Sheffield are delighted to announce the publication of "Welcome to Sheffield", which marks...

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