Joining the demonstration will help express the reality of the anti-racist majority across Britain, drown out the dangerous voice of racist division, and oppose fascism. Image credit: Shutterstock.
Stand Up To Racism (SUTR) are organising a demonstration in central London on Saturday 26 October against the far-right.
All trade unionists are being asked to come together to make the difference in building the broadest and biggest anti racist and anti-fascist movement. Joining the demonstration will help express the reality of the anti-racist majority across Britain, drown out the dangerous voice of racist division, and oppose fascism.
It is in our history to proudly stand up against racism and the far-right
Internationally and in Britain the far -right and fascism are on the rise, continued mobilisation to stop the far-right and campaign against institutional racism is needed now, more than ever.
The Musicians’ Union are affiliated to Stand Up to Racism and fully support their goals, goals that the MU shares, of opposing the far-right and racism in all its forms.
The MU actively opposes all forms of racism. It is in our history as a union to proudly stand up against racism and the far-right. We all have a part to play in our workplaces and communities to stand firm against those who seek to divide us and spread hatred.
How to attend the demonstration
SUTR have organised coaches from cities across Britain to join the counter demonstration with the full support of the wider trade union, student and anti-racist movements.
More details about the counter demonstration, where the coaches are coming from and how to book can be found on the SUTR website.
Stand up To Racism also have local groups around the UK fighting for this cause. You can contact local anti-racists in your area to get involved locally.
Any members attending the demonstration should contact equalities@themu.org who will help organise MU flags and t-shirts for members who are attending.
Mental health support, resources and advice
If you've experienced any kind of racial discrimination, harassment or abuse, specialist mental health support and advice is available.
- Members can access Music Minds Matter, a free 24/7 helpline run by Help Musicians for everyone in the music industry. Call them on 0808 802 8008 or visit their website.
- Tell Mama is an independent and confidential support service for those who face anti-Muslim hatred and prejudice across the UK.
- Muslim Youth Helpline is a national helpline providing free and confidential support services for vulnerable young people in the UK. You can call them at 0808 808 2008. The helpline is open every day from 4pm - 10pm.
- Stand Up To Racism is organising local and national solidarity events across the UK to stand up against the far-right.
- View our Mental Health Support page for a comprehensive list of organisations and resources for musicians.