ACTS OF SOLIDARITY: - A POWERFUL RESPONSE TO THE FAR-RIGHT - FAR-RIGHT GROUPS AND OTHERS HOPING TO CAUSE DIVISION IN

The link doesn’t have to be very direct - for example, a history lecture on the refugee crisis in the Second World War or on food or travel in countries asylum seekers have come from could help the community understand the wider context of the debate and bring people together. [...] For example, is there a local symbol that could represent your welcome? Could you have a competition for who could photograph your symbol of solidarity in the strangest place in the area? Could you rename something in the local community to draw attention to your cause? PAGE 5 PUBLICISING ACTS OF SOLIDARITY The aim of acts of solidarity is to have a wide reach across the community. [...] It can be helpful to inform your MP and develop a relationship as they might be able to promote the event either before or after it has happened, raising the profile of your town’s resistance to the far-right. [...] BOX: CHECKLIST FOR PLANNING AN ACT OF SOLIDARITY Decide on the event you are going to host Consider your audience and messaging Find people to share the planning with Decide on an event name (you might also want a logo and colours) Secure a venue for the event Check accessibility for the event Write a description of the event and who you want to attend it If needed, make security arrangements Publ. [...] You can also reach out to local community organisations or your Local Authority, who’ll be able to help you make the event accessible and reach out to all corners of the community.