Campaign Against Racism launched

Issue 

Campaign Against Racism launched

By Angela Walker

ADELAIDE — Anti-racist activists here launched a new committee on August 13 to fight racism and challenge One Nation's and the Liberal government's racist policies.

Campaign Against Racism is planning an action outside a One Nation fundraising dinner, to be attended by Pauline Hanson, on October 16. "We will be making the point that racism feeds on fear and inviting people to attend our alternative event, 'Hungry for Justice!', outside", Natalie Woodlock from CAR told Green Left Weekly.

Woodlock said people should not be intimidated by media reports of violence at protests. "We aim to organise vibrant but peaceful actions that promote arguments against racism and propose solutions every time racist meetings or activities take place", she said.

CAR will support the Vietnamese community's plans to march past the offices of the anti-Asian National Action in Woodville on September 6. CAR's next meeting is on August 27. For more information, telephone 8231 6982.

If you like our work, become a supporter

Green Left is a vital social-change project and aims to make all content available online, without paywalls. With no corporate sponsors or advertising, we rely on support and donations from readers like you.

For just $5 per month get the Green Left digital edition in your inbox each week. For $10 per month get the above and the print edition delivered to your door. You can also add a donation to your support by choosing the solidarity option of $20 per month.

Freecall now on 1800 634 206 or follow the support link below to make a secure supporter payment or donation online.