racism
- co-founded and co-facilitated both the General Synod Anti-Racism Network and Global
My worst experience of racism was at primary school, between the ages of 5 and 7, and I recall insults such as “go back to your own country!” I don’t want anyone else to suffer like I did, and I am glad that the Church welcomes refugees.
Being honest about our past, and ensuring the Church takes a clear and visible step towards a just response to its historical involvement in colonialism, racism, and the slave trade.
I feel that the General Synod has a responsibility to show leadership by example especially in the turbulent times we find ourselves in today's world, the differing views on immigration, assisted dying, racism and parish life are huge topics that require careful observation and consideration in order to show that the views of all our populations are taken into account, including the views of those who are so often marginalised by society.
This is especially the case as the church debates and prayerfully thinks through issues of race and racism.
While I support the Church’s duty to care for the environment and its opposition to racism, I have opposed certain associated constraints and expenditures, such as the restrictions on churches replacing gas/oil boilers on a like-for-like basis and the proposals for what is effectively a £100m slavery reparation fund.
intellectualism, and racism be raised up nationally to reach a population which is highly diverse, ethnically, socially, and educationally.
want to see the CofE continue to be proactive in its anti-racism work and Net Zero ambitions.
• Racism, Sexism and Inclusion: The Church
We must continue to root out systemic racism by implementing the From Lament to Action recommendations, remove barriers for disabled clergy and laity, promote gender equality at all levels of leadership, and ensure a generous pastoral welcome for LGBTQI+ Christians.
Firstly safeguarding, we are all well aware of the challenges brought about by abuse whether that be of a sexual nature, racism, bullying or maybe the abuse of power when in a position of leadership or authority.
I have supported a number of fringe events especially those held by the Anti-Racism network, Together for the Church of England and Women and the Church.
In my role at Queen’s, I am also part of a three-year project around anti-racism in theological education, funded by the Racial Justice Unit.
I would advocate for anti-racism teaching and practice to become more deeply embedded in theological education, including the full implementation of recommendations
The Church of England faces important decisions around its response to issues of racism, clergy remuneration and pensions, the reduction in stipendiary clergy numbers, and the ongoing challenges of financial sustainability, particularly in dioceses such as Leeds.
I want to see the church continue to speak out against prejudice and racism; offering an invitation and a challenge to those who would claim Christ as their guide but whose policies seek to foment division and fear.
addressing the very real issues of misogyny, racism, homophobia and ableism.
I love the opportunity it gives me to facilitate open, honest, and safe discussions about issues of race and racism.
As a member of Inclusive Church and the Anti-Racism Network, I engage graciously across difference rather than let questions of identity become sources of unnecessary division.
I support any action at General Synod to tackle racism, sexism, homophobia and all discrimination and would call for repentance and honesty about our past failures and real culture change, especially regarding our failure to prevent abuse and our failure to support and believe survivors.
The roles I have been privileged to be appointed to have enabled me to contribute not only through General Synod itself but directly to the very bodies working to address racial justice across the whole Church and the need to confront racism within its own structures and culture.
Yet racism is still a painful reality in our world – and even in the church – today.
Anti-racism and unconscious bias are topics which should be integral to the training curriculum for ordinands. ● Inclusion in the widest sense: I long for church to be a place where every person, regardless of their gender, ethnicity, ability, social class or sexuality, feels equally welcomed and empowered to serve God.
However, I’ve also learned about the sad reality and consequence of racism and unconscious bias that still persists in this country.
The report From Lament to Action was a very important one and those of us who are white need to listen to the experiences of Anglicans of colour and be ready to challenge racism where it occurs.
Racism: The gospel of Jesus Christ leaves no place for racism in the church.
So too the racism that has remained unchallenged over decades.
We live in a society where, when there is an atmosphere of ignorance and prejudice, racism thrives.
Racial Equality & Representing London: Having encountered racism many times, I am committed to raising racial equality across our Church.
As a member of synod, I would advocate well and speak out against systemic issues of racism – that the Church may better represent the communities in which she serves.
We go back as far as Faith in the City (1985) and recently we have had the Report of the Archbishops’ Anti- Racism Taskforce: From Lament To Action!
Racial justice and discrimination — I am committed to anti-racism.
As a result, I have learned and will continue to learn about aspects of exclusion such as racism, ableism and neurodiversity and seek to make the Church of England a place where every person is valued for the individual and diverse gifts which they bring to the people of God.
I am deeply committed to a Church which challenges injustice, including the sexism, racism and disablism which persist inside and outside of our churches.
I am an active member of the anti-racism fringe and believe this work is fundamental to our work as a diocese and church.
Working in the diversity of the NHS, I am passionate about building good relationships across ethnic groups, fostering understanding and appreciating the challenges that racism and cultural misunderstandings bring.
I have worked to counter racism and have worked tirelessly for LGBT+ inclusion in the church.
I’ve voted to support racial justice, and am part of the anti-racism network.
With support, lay people can be key to this work. ● Humbly tackling big issues: Since we know and trust God, we think differently about national and global issues like justice, the environment, wealth and poverty, racism and migration, class, prejudice and housing.
I believe that those of us who are white have a responsibility to speak out against racism as allies (just as those of us who are straight have a parallel responsibility to be vocal in support of LGBTQIA+ inclusion).
I am an active member of the General Synod Anti- Racism Network and if re-elected will continue with this.
Synod Motions at General Synod (See of Dover CNC, Confirmation statistics), Co-convenor of General Synod Anti-Racism network, part of General Synod Environment Group and working for full inclusion of LGBTQIA+ Anglicans in all roles in the Church of England.
Anti-racism as a Gospel imperative.