The threat from racism and fascism is all too clear. Therefore, UCU nationally and UCU Left are supporting the launch of the TOGETHER alliance against the far right, which launched yesterday (https://www.togetheralliance.org.uk/)
This new alliance includes most unions, Palestine Solidarity, Stand Up To Racism, Show Racism the Red Card plus high profile celebrities, including Lenny Henry and David Harewood.
One of its activities will be a major positive demonstration and celebration of our unity in London on March 28.
Can you help build this across the union and beyond?
1. Trade Union Network to Stop the Far Right
- Thursday 4th December (tomorrow!) at 6pm SUTR & TUC are hosting this very important meeting for all trade unionists.
- Speakers include Daniel Kebede (NEU GS), Steve Wright (FBU GS), Matt Wrack (NASWUT GS) and others.
- More details and registration here: https://standuptoracism.org.uk/join-the-sutr-trade-union-network/
2. Start spreading the news and building Together Alliance
To help build and show support we’re asking if you can do an…
- Email – send an email to your branch members and reps
- Branch and regional meeting – Put support for TOGETHER, and support for the national demonstration on March 28th on your next district agenda.
- Social media – post about your support for TOGETHER on all social media platforms.
Suggested text to post:
#TOGETHER we can reject division and racism.
#TOGETHER we can build hope and solidarity across communities.
#TOGETHER we can unite against the far right.
I am standing #TOGETHER with hundreds of trade unions, community organisations, and celebrities. Join us: togetheralliance.org.uk
“We’re supporting TOGETHER. Join us in London on Saturday 28th March 2026 to bring a message of hope over fear.”
You can download pictures to use here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1kjtkcPzh4J3fzfh0ksJDxU97if-m0HwgnBwf9_Y80q0/edit?tab=t.ruov9q94yzx3