Welcome march and picnic for refugees and migrants to be held in Swindon

By Staff Reporter - 12 July 2017

Community

Everyone is invited to celebrate refugees and migrants' contribution to Swindon. Some speakers will be followed by a march around the town centre, finishing at GWR Park in Faringdon Road for a picnic. The rally is led by Swindon People's Assembly and supported by Swindon Trades Union Council, Hope Not Hate and Swindon City of Sanctuary.

Kate Linnegar of Swindon People's Assembly said: "Let’s celebrate the rich diversity of our town and the invaluable contribution that migrants and refugees bring.

"There are over 65 million people that have been forcibly displaced from their homes, 60% of them are hosted in the world’s most fragile states. 115 million people lack basic health services, 94 million lack water and sanitation services, and 34 million lack access to education.

"Let’s welcome those people who have chosen to make Swindon their home. Join us to give a clear message to this government that we believe everyone has the right to a safe and secure home, with access to health care, education, jobs and the freedom to live in peace."

Last year over 100 people attended the refugees welcome march in Swindon. This year, the People's Assembly hope to make it even bigger and better. Everyone is invited to bring banners, whistles and drums. Invite your neighbours, family and friends. Bring some food and drink to share at the picnic and something to sit on.

The short rally will take place at Wharf Green at 2pm on Saturday 22 July.

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