Thanks to our LGBT+ Officer, Rob Dewick, for his report:
An excellent day at my first ( ironically the
last) NUT conference. How inspiring to see all NEU delegates standing up for
Muslim girls and LGBT+ teachers students. In this toxic environment of post
brexit nationalism, it is crucial that our union is unequivocal in its support
for any group facing attack from the right wing media avalanche. In a priority
motion , we sent a clear message to the discredited OFSTED that they had gone
way beyond their remit in suggesting that wearing any particular clothing has
any impact on a child's learning and attainment. We are angry that statements
from HMCI must be seen in the context of increased attacks on girls wearing the
hijab.
Our union also sent a strong message with a
motion to unite the fight for LGBT+ liberation with the fight against
islamaphobia. We cannot allow any dark external forces to divide us in our
fight to celebrate and protect diversity.
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