A South Africa free of racism – get involved in Anti-Racism Week
Colour should never divide us - how are you getting involved in Anti-Racism Week?
THIS week, leading up to Human Rights Day on 21 March, marks the first ever Anti-Racism Week.
More than 80 organisations have joined forces to host events to promote stable race relations in the country.
Some of these events will be hosted by the Anti-Racism Network South Africa (ARNSA), partners to the Ahmed Kathrada and Nelson Mandela foundations.
ARNSA’s vision is to ultimately bring about a South Africa free from racism.
‘We derive our vision from that of South Africa’ s Constitution: dignity, equality and freedom for all,’ reads the mission statement on their website.
‘We dream of a South Africa in which each person’s dignity is equally valued and respected.
‘In pursuing this vision, ARNSA will coordinate and strengthen the multifaceted efforts of NGOs, NPOs, CBOs, faith based organisations, sports bodies, educational institutions, government institutions, labour unions, foundations, business entities and individuals.
‘ARNSA believes that this sort of coordination is vital to the fight against racism and related forms of discrimination
Although there are extensive Anti-Racism Week programmes to invite community dialogue, it’s up to each individual to get involved.
To find out how you can make change happen, visit arnsa.org.za
