Lewisham BME Network

Community stakeholders working together to reduce inequality in Lewisham by advancing the #BAME agenda. "Forward, together"!(RT’s not necessarily endorsements.)

[Lewisham BME Network @LBME_Network]

RunnymedeTrust: RT @LeadingRoutes: 🔊 Spaces to meaningfully celebrate Black scholarship need to be nourished!

#BlackinAcademia showcases interdiciplinary Black talent in and beyond the academy.

⭐ On 5th June from 6pm, all are welcome to to our an… https://t.co/oSJDTYrnCY

[Leading Routes @LeadingRoutes]

🔊 Spaces to meaningfully celebrate Black scholarship need to be nourished!

#BlackinAcademia showcases interdiciplinary Black talent in and beyond the academy.

⭐ On 5th June from 6pm, all are welcome to to our an evening at @britishlibrary
https://t.co/kQho0AapUT

[Lewisham BME Network @LBME_Network]

RunnymedeTrust: RT @GPI_Archive: Listen to our trustee Linton Kwesi Johnson perform his poem about the New Cross fire. Visit our website to find out about our archive collection on the work carried out by the New Cross Massacre Action Committee to suppor… https://t.co/kY2nAModbo

[George Padmore Institute @GPI_Archive]

Listen to our trustee Linton Kwesi Johnson perform his poem about the New Cross fire. Visit our website to find out about our archive collection on the work carried out by the New Cross Massacre Action Committee to support the victims' families https://t.co/7zv8d6gD5l

[Lewisham BME Network @LBME_Network]

RunnymedeTrust: RT @mmhpi: Today at 11am! 🕚

We’re delighted to have fantastic speakers from @RunnymedeTrust, @raceequality, @CitizensAdvice and our own Research Community join us for this panel on how our ethnicity can interact with our financial an… https://t.co/SJ1zPKA3NP

[Money and Mental Health @mmhpi]

Today at 11am! 🕚

We’re delighted to have fantastic speakers from @RunnymedeTrust, @raceequality, @CitizensAdvice and our own Research Community join us for this panel on how our ethnicity can interact with our financial and #MentalHealth: https://t.co/RuIv4X3SIR

[Lewisham BME Network @LBME_Network]

RunnymedeTrust: RT @TheSocReview: Does social media offer promise or peril for anti-racist solidarity? @shabnabegum76 @RunnymedeTrust describes finding hope in hearing about the lives and activism of young Londoners today >>> #UncommonSense … https://t.co/vfff08iFgK

[Lewisham BME Network @LBME_Network]

RunnymedeTrust: RT @MethuenDrama: Bloomsbury is a proud partner in the #LitInColour campaign alongside @PenguinBooks and @RunnymedeTrust.

At the launch of our research report at the @NationalTheatre, we asked our Advisory Board and partners why the pro… https://t.co/pAOlTQknHC

[Methuen Drama @MethuenDrama]

Bloomsbury is a proud partner in the #LitInColour campaign alongside @PenguinBooks and @RunnymedeTrust.

At the launch of our research report at the @NationalTheatre, we asked our Advisory Board and partners why the project so important?

Hear more 👉https://t.co/voEKIR0IHe

[Lewisham BME Network @LBME_Network]

LGANews: 📻 🔈LGA Senior Vice Chair @CllrShaunDavies joined @bbc5live to discuss our response to Gov plans to improve school attendance

Children not in school are currently invisible to councils who lack powers to ensure that they do not slip through… https://t.co/LopsUHsvxm

[LGANews @LGANews]

📻 🔈LGA Senior Vice Chair @CllrShaunDavies joined @bbc5live to discuss our response to Gov plans to improve school attendance

Children not in school are currently invisible to councils who lack powers to ensure that they do not slip through the net https://t.co/DJAlSDkOix

[Lewisham BME Network @LBME_Network]

@LEANarts : RT @LewishamMusic: Pt.1
Just in case you weren’t aware, it’s Mental Health Awareness Week, and as ever, we want to continue to raise awareness and get people talking. You’re never alone, and as an organisation we want to continue to offer… https://t.co/jnDUMKVVF5)

[Lewisham Music @LewishamMusic]

Pt.1
Just in case you weren’t aware, it’s Mental Health Awareness Week, and as ever, we want to continue to raise awareness and get people talking. You’re never alone, and as an organisation we want to continue to offer safe, creative spaces and outlets for young people.

[Lewisham BME Network @LBME_Network]

@LEANarts : @cockpit_studios are commissioning a creative programmer for Deptford launch event, 29-30 September. Seeking someone with a background in live events, festivals or performance and strong connections in Lewisham! For details see: … https://t.co/39L3BAgk0k)

[LEAN @LEANarts]

@cockpit_studios are commissioning a creative programmer for Deptford launch event, 29-30 September. Seeking someone with a background in live events, festivals or performance and strong connections in Lewisham! For details see: https://t.co/elBLoM4Eck

[Lewisham BME Network @LBME_Network]

LGANews: 💬“Retrofitting more homes is practical, sustainable and economically responsible way to raise housing standards and cut bills"

LGA's Cllr Linda Taylor tells @Independent a locally led approach would mean councils can target homes that need … https://t.co/X1K0zc4hXN

[LGANews @LGANews]

💬“Retrofitting more homes is practical, sustainable and economically responsible way to raise housing standards and cut bills"

LGA's Cllr Linda Taylor tells @Independent a locally led approach would mean councils can target homes that need most support https://t.co/aI0JwthbrE

[Lewisham BME Network @LBME_Network]

LGANews: Supporting retrofitting in cities, towns and villages cannot be managed from Whitehall, councils say

National schemes are struggling and slow progress insulating homes puts fuel poverty targets at risk, costing billions and contributing to clim… https://t.co/v9BhVeYYO2

[LGANews @LGANews]

Supporting retrofitting in cities, towns and villages cannot be managed from Whitehall, councils say

National schemes are struggling and slow progress insulating homes puts fuel poverty targets at risk, costing billions and contributing to climate change https://t.co/IIoTJHDkzl

[Lewisham BME Network @LBME_Network]

LGANews: 💬"LGA will continue to work with Gov to ensure councils have right powers, skills, capacity and resources to improve standards in private rented sector"

🗣️@CllrDRodwell on the new Renters Reform Bill in 🗞️@thetimes https://t.co/fJPkc8TLqC https://t.co/fWjbe4pY5k

[LGANews @LGANews]

💬"LGA will continue to work with Gov to ensure councils have right powers, skills, capacity and resources to improve standards in private rented sector"

🗣️@CllrDRodwell on the new Renters Reform Bill in 🗞️@thetimes https://t.co/IWw69hWdzd

[Lewisham BME Network @LBME_Network]

LGANews: The removal of ‘no fault’ evictions in the Renters Reform Bill is a significant step towards tackling our national homelessness crisis and has been long-called for by the LGA and councils

Read our statement https://t.co/IiEY7ef87N #ukhousing https://t.co/oqO8nUttjW

[LGANews @LGANews]

The removal of ‘no fault’ evictions in the Renters Reform Bill is a significant step towards tackling our national homelessness crisis and has been long-called for by the LGA and councils

Read our statement https://t.co/hWpvtA0xvd #ukhousing

[Lewisham BME Network @LBME_Network]

@LEANarts : Deptford based Second Wave @SecondWave1 offer FREE Taster Workshops for children and young people exploring drama, dance, vocals, filmmaking, lyrics, writing and more. Workshops run all through the term from 6 May - 15 July 2023 and you c… https://t.co/Hc6Q2IPHVY)

[LEAN @LEANarts]

Deptford based Second Wave @SecondWave1 offer FREE Taster Workshops for children and young people exploring drama, dance, vocals, filmmaking, lyrics, writing and more. Workshops run all through the term from 6 May - 15 July 2023 and you can join anytime! https://t.co/Lp5B6Cadbp

[Lewisham BME Network @LBME_Network]

RunnymedeTrust: Responsible governance requires backing up 'unfashionable' statements with credible facts, which @SuellaBraverman would be unable to do for these extremely harmful comments.

This speech does nothing more than feed anxieties, and invite … https://t.co/axrCEAh58Y

[Runnymede Trust @RunnymedeTrust]

Responsible governance requires backing up 'unfashionable' statements with credible facts, which @SuellaBraverman would be unable to do for these extremely harmful comments.

This speech does nothing more than feed anxieties, and invite racism and hysteria.

[Lewisham BME Network @LBME_Network]

@LEANarts : RT @getintotheatre: Want to learn how to create spaces in which young people can feel safe to express themselves?

Check out Company Three's course, Making Theatre with Young People.

📅Deadline: 8 June
Find out more: … https://t.co/qH0Br9AAhf)

[Get Into Theatre @getintotheatre]

Want to learn how to create spaces in which young people can feel safe to express themselves?

Check out Company Three's course, Making Theatre with Young People.

📅Deadline: 8 June
Find out more: https://t.co/hYl9A22f56
@company_three

[Lewisham BME Network @LBME_Network]

@LEANarts : @HornimanMusuem are seeking 3 musicians in residence! A 6-month paid residency that will bring new perspectives to the museum and tell stories through creativity. Open to all ages - deadline is 24 May!
More info and apply using this lin… https://t.co/9lBbKlSYyh)

[LEAN @LEANarts]

@HornimanMusuem are seeking 3 musicians in residence! A 6-month paid residency that will bring new perspectives to the museum and tell stories through creativity. Open to all ages - deadline is 24 May!
More info and apply using this link - https://t.co/12H0PBJcC1

[Lewisham BME Network @LBME_Network]

@LEANarts : RT @HornimanMuseum: You've got until 17 May to apply to be a programmer for Bandstand Live.

We want to celebrate the rich cultural heritage of South London and explore the cultures, genres, and themes that are important to you.

Find out… https://t.co/mWGPOzulyL)

[Lewisham BME Network @LBME_Network]

RunnymedeTrust: RT @INQUEST_ORG: Last month, a man died after being Tasered by police and falling off a fifth-floor balcony in Peckham.

Now, the IOPC has announced that two Met police officers are under criminal investigation for gross negligence mansla… https://t.co/aEzvxPytr4

[INQUEST @INQUEST_ORG]

Last month, a man died after being Tasered by police and falling off a fifth-floor balcony in Peckham.

Now, the IOPC has announced that two Met police officers are under criminal investigation for gross negligence manslaughter.

https://t.co/3eF9BnMbG4

[Lewisham BME Network @LBME_Network]

RunnymedeTrust: "Of those turned away, 53% were identified by observers as appearing to be 'non-white'."

Extremely concerning initial local election analysis, showing how Voter ID requirements prevented minority ethnic people from voting.
… https://t.co/2ZeoYlROwh

[Runnymede Trust @RunnymedeTrust]

"Of those turned away, 53% were identified by observers as appearing to be 'non-white'."

Extremely concerning initial local election analysis, showing how Voter ID requirements prevented minority ethnic people from voting.
https://t.co/x0VUbK4wT6

[Lewisham BME Network @LBME_Network]

LGANews: ICYMI, 🗣️ @CllrDRodwell on 📻 @TimesRadio about housing and planning 🏘️.

Councils are already playing their part as:

🏘️ 2.6 million homes are already allocated in local plans

🏘️ More than a million homes still waiting to be built under exi… https://t.co/RSlpVDXFB7

[LGANews @LGANews]

ICYMI, 🗣️ @CllrDRodwell on 📻 @TimesRadio about housing and planning 🏘️.

Councils are already playing their part as:

🏘️ 2.6 million homes are already allocated in local plans

🏘️ More than a million homes still waiting to be built under existing planning permissions.

#localgov