Just as bio-diversity is good for our planet, human diversity is good for
communities. We can take practical steps to ensure that everyone can take
part in all aspects of community life. This means encouraging better
understanding of the differences between people, and finding better ways of resolving conflicts.

Promoting equality means working to make sure that people do not suffer violence, harassment or discrimination because of their race, nationality, gender, disability, age, sexuality or religious beliefs. Laws protecting these important rights must be upheld.

In Sheffield

Sheffield is generally a tolerant city which has welcomed immigrants and
asylum seekers over many years. This atmosphere is threatened by national government waging its so called "war on terror" and spreading the myth that there is a "refugee crisis" and that asylum seekers are "bogus". The good work done by the City Council, community, faith and voluntary groups and ordinary people in their communities is at risk.

The Green Party has:

• Explained that refugees are the result of wars and environmental catastrophe and made the link between the 7/7 atrocities and UK foreign policy Supported refugee and asylum groups such as the Conversation Club., ASSIST and REACT.
• Opposed the culture of blame and fear promoted by government and media through the so-called ‘refugee crisis and 'war on terror'.
• Been active in the Women's Forum and the Domestic Abuse Forum.
• Continued to work with the voluntary sector, community groups and other agencies to promote good community relations, better understanding and an end to discrimination

Our local Green Party members will:

• Support the campaign to provide free English language tuition for asylum seekers.

Our Green Councillors have:

• Worked to make Council buildings, services and consultation forums fully accessible to people with disabilities

Our Green Councillors will:

• Continue to support multicultural and interfaith activities.