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Women for Refugee Women invite you to their Action Day

July 14, 2021 Posted by Owen Temple Actions No Comments

Dear friends,

As you know, the government is planning to open a new immigration detention centre for women this autumn. Hassockfield detention centre is on the site of the notorious Medomsley prison in County Durham, where hundreds of young men were abused in the 1970s and 80s. We must act now to stop it turning into a site of further abuse.

People seeking safety in our country need protection, not to be locked up.

We’re organising a social media day of action on Thursday 15 July to say #NoToHassockfield.

Most women held in detention are survivors of trafficking, torture, or sexual violence. Detention is harmful, as well as expensive, unjust and unnecessary. 

We need more kindness and compassion, not a new detention centre.

Together we can show this government that we oppose this new detention centre. Together we can build a kinder and welcoming response to those seeking safety in our communities.

Please say no to immigration detention on your social media channels and join our day of action on 15 July! You can find suggested posts and resources on Women for Refugee Women’s website (or create your own highlighting your own concerns) or please do get in touch with Carenza, carenza@refugeewomen.co.uk at Women for Refugee Women if you have any questions.

In solidarity,

Sam from Women for Refugee Women

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