Creating a Fair and Inclusive Society  

We echo concerns raised by leading human rights groups, and organisations working with and for refugees, on the passing of the Rwanda Bill. We firmly believe that those fleeing violence and persecution should be treated with compassion.  

As an organisation, we are regularly reflecting on different ways we can continue to build on our work. Over recent months we’ve been delighted to kick off our Diversity and Language Group, for newly arriving and settling communities in Aberdeenshire. We have had people from Afghanistan, Hong Kong, Latvia, Lithuania, Mongolia, Peru, Syria and Ukraine join us at our recent events, which are open to everyone in the community. 

Last year, we worked with The Launchpad Collective in the creation of a Refugee Recruitment Toolkit to support organisations in making their recruitment process as inclusive as possible.  

“Now more than ever we need to offer a warm welcome to all those fleeing war and persecution. We, as individuals and as organisations, can make small, simple changes to make recruitment systems and processes more inclusive for all, including refugees.  We designed our Inclusive Recruitment Toolkit with this in mind – it’s free, it’s straightforward and full of the voices of lived experience. Thank you to The Diversity Trust for their contribution to and for spotlighting this vital work. Working together, for dignity.”  – The Launchpad Collective   

Creating a truly inclusive society means treating everyone with dignity and respect, no matter where they are from. During this time when refugees and asylum seekers are facing such hostility, we encourage everyone to reflect on how they can contribute, individually and organisationally, to fostering a more inclusive world. 

To find out more about our Diversity & Language Group please visit https://www.diversitytrust.org.uk/diversity-language-group/. 

To find out more about the Launchpad Collective please visit https://thelaunchpadcollective.org/about-us.