European Network Against Racism Aisbl (ENAR)

The countdown starts now! You have just over three weeks left to apply for our AI Accountability Grants and leverage European laws to hold accountable those responsible for AI-driven harms affecting people and the planet. AI Accountability Grants are for non-profit organisations and coalitions from different fields that want to promote social justice by establishing accountability over the use of AI systems in Europe – at either European, national or local level. Don't worry if you've spotted this opportunity only now, and wonder if three weeks is enough to prepare an application. If you have an idea, you have enough time! ✳️ Our application process is organised in two steps to reduce the burden and barriers for applicants. ✨ And it's important to note that you do not have to be a technology expert to apply.  Your primary expertise can be in, for example, equality and non-discrimination, migration, labour rights, anti-racism or sustainability.✨ Learn more and apply by January 6 on our website: https://lnkd.in/eAZGiBUc

15 years of driving change – Happy birthday, Equal@Work! ✨🎉 Since 2009, our joint ENAR Foundation - European Network Against Racism Foundation programme has been a catalyst for antiracist and intersectional transformation in workplaces across Europe. We marked this milestone alongside our 🙏 incredible partners such as Bruce Roch (Adecco), Michelle De Lorenzo and Miguel A. Castro (SAP), and Inditex! A huge thank you to Safir Boukhalfa for creating such an energising space for us. But this anniversary isn’t just about looking back. As we keep our eyes on the road ahead, standing alongside such committed and visionary partners gives us immense hope and drive. Feeling inspired to become one of them? ⏩ https://lnkd.in/eYji4eZ8 Here’s to everyone making our vision happen – cheers to you! 🥂 #DEI #Inclusion #Workplace #MakeRacismHistory

[Deadline approaching ⏰] We’re seeking an experienced #migration researcher! Do you have expertise in decolonial, anti-racist, and intersectional frameworks? Work with us to analyse and compile findings for our upcoming report on racism, migration, and the eroding rule of law in Europe! 💼 Compensation: €6,000–€8,000 for 40 working days (Jan–March 2025). 📅 Deadline to apply: 13 December 2024. Apply now: https://lnkd.in/eusWNkmJ. #Research #Job #Racism #EU

Out of the three EU coordinators leading the fight against racism, only two received upgraded political access this week. ⏫ The only position held by a racialised individual was shamefully left behind. 🚨 ❌ European Commission's decision sends a dangerous signal, creating hierarchies within anti-racism work and #undermining efforts to tackle systemic racism. By prioritising some forms of hatred while sidelining others, the Commission risks fragmenting the fight against racism and betraying the promises etched in the EU Anti-Racism Action Plan (2020–2025). ❌ As the voice of the European anti-racism movement, we demand that the European Commission treats all forms of racism with the urgency they deserve. Elevating the Anti-Racism Coordinator is the first step in demonstrating that tackling systemic racism is not just a symbolic gesture, but a genuine #priority. ⏰ We expect more from the Commission – it's time to act and deliver on its commitments to anti-racism. 🔗 Read our statement: https://lnkd.in/eDdvFuUG. #Racism #EU #Equality #Commission #Discrimination

The climate crisis isn't just about rising temperatures – it's about rising inequalities. 📉 By 2050, $9.2 trillion will need to be spent on climate mitigation and adaptation – yet racialised communities remain largely ❌ excluded from these investments. Systemic barriers to capital deny our communities the tools to 🌱 adapt, respond, and thrive. 📌 Discover how colonial legacies and structural racism continue to shape Europe’s wealth gap in our latest report: https://lnkd.in/etGSmJYR. #RacialJustice #WealthGap #AntiRacism #Climate

Roma access to employment is a test of Europe’s commitment to #inclusion. Are we passing it? ✅ This question took centre stage at European Roma Grassroots Organisations (ERGO) Network’s annual policy conference, where we delved into employment challenges and the progress of the EU Roma Strategic Framework. Our Policy Coordinator Julie Pascoët guided an insightful discussion alongside these incredible panellists: 🟣 Isabela Mihalache (European Roma Grassroots Organisations (ERGO) Network), 🟣 Isak Skenderi (Voice of Roma, Ashkali and Egyptians), 🟣 Mustafa Jakupov (Reporting and Information Centre on Antigypsyism), 🟣 Danijel Ćubelić (European Coalition of Cities against Racism - ECCAR). A big 🙏 thank you to the European Roma Grassroots Organisations (ERGO) Network for bringing us together to advance Roma rights! ✍️ More: https://lnkd.in/e3NMxW3Q. #EU #Roma #AntiRacism

It’s not an abstract concern – it’s happening right now. In less than 24 hours, the far-right, newly emboldened in this election cycle, successfully silenced a critical discussion on equality at the European Parliament. We are appalled by the European Parliament's decision to postpone a crucial workplace inclusion roundtable featuring Maboula Soumahoro, the founder of Black History Month #France and a visiting Columbia University professor. Following a targeted social media campaign led by the French far-right last week, the event has been delayed and is at risk of being cancelled entirely. The far-right's gains in the #EUelections2024 are not just a distant worry but a frightening reality. In less than a day, they successfully censored a vital conversation meant to advance inclusion. This blatant assault on the fight for equality within the EU is entirely unacceptable. We strongly condemn any and all decisions to bow to far-right pressure and stand in unwavering solidarity with Maboula Soumahoro. We cannot, and will not, allow the far-right to stifle the work of anti-racism advocates. It is time for the leaders of the European Parliament to face the truth and uphold their responsibility to protect equality and free, open dialogue at the heart of European democracy. ✍️ We cannot allow this to pass unnoticed. Sign the open letter to President Roberta Metsola: https://lnkd.in/ebHi2Gmu. More: https://lnkd.in/e3zrUu5z.

In the early 2000s, Portugal’s vocational courses were framed as a ‘solution’ for Black youth. In reality, they served as a state-sanctioned pipeline, steering racialised teenagers into precarious careers. ⤵️ This is yet another example of how colonial hierarchies persist long after regimes collapse. Rooted in white supremacy, Europe’s economic systems keep shutting racialised communities out and deepening the racial wealth gap. 📖 Discover how colonial legacies continue to shape Europe’s racial wealth gap in our latest report: https://lnkd.in/gBVnSKTP. #RacialJustice #WealthGap #AntiRacism

How can we expect migrants to participate in politics and mobilise in such a hostile Europe ❌? 🗣️ ENAR Director Kim Smouter recently sat down with Seden Anlar to discuss this increasingly important question in the latest Migration Policy Group's podcast episode. Listen to the full episode ➡ https://lnkd.in/eAU3D49y. A big thank you 🙏🏾 to Dr. Anna Lenkewitz-Salminen & Seden Anlar for this enlightening conversation, as well as Migration Policy Group for supporting this brilliant podcast!

Following the milestone EU Anti-Racism Action Plan, states were urged to adopt National Action Plans Against Racism (NAPARs) by the end of 2022 – yet, many are still falling short. ❌ 🚨 To equip our network with the tools to demand action, we hosted a training for anti-racism activists on advocating for and monitoring NAPARs. 📌 Highlights included: ✅ A deep dive into the EU's anti-discrimination framework led by Nozizwe Dube. ✅ A panel on aligning anti-racism efforts across EU, national, and local levels, featuring the EU Anti-racism Coordinator Michaela Moua (she/her), Bernice Zarb (Human Rights Directorate) & the team of European Coalition of Cities against Racism - ECCAR. ✅ Hands-on sessions addressing monitoring techniques, advocacy strategies, and the realities of NAPARs across Europe. In a time of rising hostility against our communities, NAPARs hold the potential to dismantle structural racism with structural solutions. Let’s continue to push for frameworks that drive real change. #AntiRacism #Network