Neil Foster
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Celebrating Falkirk World Cup Family Day
BEMIS is delighted to celebrate the success of our community event held at Falkirk Football Club on 4th July, which brought together families, children and community members for a truly memorable day. The event was a brilliant success, with people of all ages getting involved in the wide range of activities on offer. Football games…
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REHRN Meeting: 25 June, Dumfries
On the 25th June it was a pleasure to bring partners together in Dumfries for our latest REHR Network Meeting. The day was filled with open, honest, and thought-provoking discussions on community cohesion, democratic participation, and anti-racism—topics that feel more important than ever in the current context. We were grateful to have insightful presentations from…
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Shared Shores, Shared Stories: BEMIS Scotland at Refugee Week in the Outer Hebrides
The journey to Stornoway for Refugee Week was both professionally enriching and memorable. From 11–13 June 2026, BEMIS Scotland’s Danny Boyle (Executive Director) and Dr. Justina Obaoye-Ajala (Capacity Development and Human Rights Training Officer) travelled to the Outer Hebrides to engage with local stakeholders, refugee communities, and partners in a celebration of belonging, inclusion, and…
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Statement on the Violent Protests in Glasgow and Across Scotland
BEMIS Scotland strongly condemns the violence, intimidation and racist abuse witnessed during protests in Glasgow and elsewhere in Scotland last night. Reports of assaults, threats and hostility directed towards minority ethnic communities are deeply concerning and have no place in a modern, democratic Scotland. We recognise that people may hold differing views on public policy…
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Your Right to Vote in Scotland
With the upcoming Scottish Parliament elections on 7th May, we have prepared this simple guide covering the essentials of who can vote and how.
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EHRF Budget Campaign
Protecting Scotland’s Equality and Human Rights Infrastructure The Equality and Human Rights Fund (EHRF) is a cornerstone of Scotland’s equality and human rights infrastructure. However, despite increasing demand and statutory expectations, the fund has remained cash-flat since 2021, resulting in a significant real-terms reduction due to sustained inflation. This constitutes a hidden cut to equality…
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CERD Awareness Series – Articles 20–25
Transparency, Global Oversight & Strengthening Scotland’s Commitment to Racial Equality
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CERD Awareness Series – Articles 17–19
Strengthening Legal Protections for Racial Equality in Scotland
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CERD Awareness Series – Articles 14 & 15
Individual Justice and International Guidance – When Every Voice Matters