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Join us for a public meeting on Black Feminist Resistance.

Explore how colonialism and economic exploitation shape women’s lives and how feminist movements can unite to resist and rebuild.

📅 10 Dec | ⏰ 7 PM | 📍 Women’s Resource Centre

Register 👇🏾
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Banner for ‘Black Feminist Resistance: Empire, Settler Colonialism & Global Solidarity’ – bold, high contrast typography over a dark background, emphasising the event title; evokes themes of resistance, solidarity, and intersectional justice.
November 26, 2025 at 5:41 PM
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Today, bereaved families & campaigners gathered opposite 10 Downing Street to honour women lost to men’s violence at a vigil organised by SBS.

We demanded accountability for govt failures & urgent reforms for Black, minoritised, & migrant women. 1/🧵

southallblacksisters.org.uk/news/familie...
A memorial display with a red-framed collage of women’s faces on a wooden stand, surrounded by white baby’s breath and colorful bouquets of flowers. A crowd gathered at a public vigil, holding signs with photos of women, standing near a statue in front of a large government building.
November 25, 2025 at 7:21 PM
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📢 Speakers announced!

No more silence. No more loss. End femicide now!

Join our vigil to honour women killed by men’s violence and demand urgent reforms to fix systemic failures, especially for Black, minoritised, migrant women.

📅 Tue, 25 Nov | 2-3 PM 📍 Parliament Square
Event poster for a vigil organised by Southall Black Sisters calling for an end to femicide. The poster reads ‘No More Silence, No More Loss’ and provides details of tributes, the date (Tuesday 25 November, 2 PM), and the location (Parliament Square), with candle imagery in the background.
November 22, 2025 at 10:02 AM
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Yesterday's immigration announcements on earned settlement have sent alarm bells ringing for victim-survivors of gender-based violence. We urge reversal of these punitive measures & the creation of an immigration system grounded in a human-rights framework.

Joint statement 👇🏾 (1)
November 21, 2025 at 4:24 PM
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No more silence, no more loss! End femicide now!

Join our vigil to honour women lost to men’s violence and call for urgent reforms to address systemic failures and the added barriers faced by Black, minoritised, and migrant women.

📅 Tue, 25 Nov | 2-3 PM📍 Parliament Square
Black poster with a red border showing candles and the text: ‘Join us for a vigil to demand No More Silence, No More Loss! All women – including Black, minoritised, and migrant women – deserve safety. Tue, 25 Nov, 2 PM, Parliament Square. Together, we call for an end to femicide now!’
November 18, 2025 at 5:04 PM
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Landmark verdict on abuse-related suicides in Michelle Sparman’s inquest.

We call on the police & CPS to reinvestigate this case & demand that the government accept our amendment to the Crime & Policing Bill to recognise abuse-related suicides as murder.

southallblacksisters.org.uk/news/landmar...
Portrait of Michelle Sparman.
November 17, 2025 at 6:02 PM
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We are deeply saddened by the passing of Baroness Newlove, a fierce advocate for victim-survivors' rights and a longstanding supporter of key reforms across our sector.

Though she will be dearly missed, the impact of her work will continue to be felt.

May she rest in peace.
Portrait of Baroness Newlove.
November 14, 2025 at 5:44 PM
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One year ago today, Harshita, a migrant woman with No Recourse to Public Funds who suffered domestic abuse and alleged dowry-related abuse, was tragically murdered in Ilford.

Her life was full of promise. Her death was preventable. 1/🧵
Portrait of Harshita Brella.
November 14, 2025 at 3:55 PM
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We are deeply saddened by the passing of Sir Geoffrey Bindman, a brilliant mind and tireless champion of human rights.

SBS has long valued its relationship with his firm and honours his remarkable legacy. An era has ended, but his work and values will continue to inspire us.

Photo: @bindmans.com
Portrait of Sir Geoffrey Bindman.
November 12, 2025 at 4:00 PM
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Today we launch Invisible Women with @killedwomennw.bsky.social.

Families of Black, minoritised & migrant women killed by domestic abuse & male violence demand accountability, visibility & reform.

Read the report, watch the film & sign the pledge 👇🏾
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Cover page of a research report titled Invisible Women “Made Visible” – Learning from the Femicides of Black, Minoritised and Migrant Women. It’s a joint report from the Invisible Women campaign (Killed Women) and Southall Black Sisters, dated October 2025. Authored by Sanskriti Sanghi with co-authors Jhiselle Feanny and Dr. Hannana Siddiqui; editors listed as Rupert Waterhouse, Anna Ryder and Selma Taha. Logos for Killed Women and Southall Black Sisters appear at the top and bottom.
October 31, 2025 at 11:41 AM
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Honoured to host @davidchallen.bsky.social for powerful discussions on tackling VAWG.

David’s experience brings vital insight, and we’re grateful for his campaigns support on sentencing reforms, including abuse-related suicides and Banaz’s Law, strengthening our collective fight for justice.
Left to right: Hannana Siddiqui, David Challen, and Selma Taha, standing in front of the Southall Black Sisters banner. Left to right: Hannana Siddiqui, David Challen, and Selma Taha, standing with their fists raised in front of the Southall Black Sisters banner.
October 29, 2025 at 11:44 AM
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Together with 70+ organisations we recently called on the government to scrap the Immigration White Paper.

Yesterday we came together with a simple message: safety, dignity and justice for ALL women – regardless of immigration status. #ScrapTheWhitePaper

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A group of women stand in front of a government building holding signs protesting harmful immigration policies, with slogans such as “Safety of women should not depend on immigration status.” The image features the campaign hashtag #ScrapTheWhitePaper and logos of organisations including Step Up Migrant Women UK, Latin American Women's Rights Service, Southall Black Sisters, Hibiscus, and the End Violence Against Women Coalition.
October 16, 2025 at 2:47 PM
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SBS and AKDC invite you to Bibi Rukiya’s Reckless Daughter - a powerful dance production developed over 18 months with women’s groups, including SBS service users.

📍 The Place | 4-5 Nov
🎤 Q&A with @shakilamaan.bsky.social (4 Nov)
🎟️ Code SBSbibi for discounts → bit.ly/BibiRukiyaTh...
Poster bearing the text: Amina Khayyam Dance Company promoting in association with Southall Black Sisters - Bibi Rukiya's Reckless Daughter. Tues 04 & Wed 05 Nov, 7.30 PM, The Place, 17 Dukes Rd, London WC1H 9PY. SBS associates use discount code SBSbibi. www.theplace.org.uk.
October 9, 2025 at 10:42 AM
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Last night at Labour Party Conference, we co-hosted a roundtable with @lawrsuk.bsky.social and @4refugeewomen.bsky.social.

We highlighted the barriers Black, minoritised, and migrant women face in accessing safety and support - and called for urgent reform.

Here’s a look back 👇
1/🧵
Poster for a Labour Party Conference roundtable on 29th September titled “Erased from the Equation? Black, Minoritised, and Migrant Women and the Government’s VAWG Mission”. Event is 18:30–19:30 at ECL, Youth & Skills on the Deck, Cityside Boardroom, invitation only. Background shows a black-and-white photo of a protest.
September 30, 2025 at 7:42 AM
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This week, we’re at the Labour Party Conference.

As part of a coalition of specialist organisations, we’re calling on the government to make ending VAWG a political priority - not just for some, but for all. 1/2 #VAWGTakeover
CEOs of leading VAWG organisations.
September 29, 2025 at 7:47 AM
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🚨 Following the #LabourPartyConference? Catch the #VAWGTakeover led by specialist orgs pushing the govt to put women first. 1/3

southallblacksisters.org.uk/news/vawg-ta...
Poster with a protest photo in the background. Bold text reads: “VAWG organisations call on government to meet its promises to halve violence against women.” Poster with logos of specialist VAWG organisations leading the takeover at the Labour Party Conference.
September 26, 2025 at 12:08 PM
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Last week we were at @london.gov.uk's office to oppose cuts to a lifeline for migrant women with NRPF 🚫 and to demand sustainable, ring-fenced funding for victim-survivors.

With @hinabokharild.bsky.social, we’re pushing for urgent reform.

Sign the petition ✍️: t.co/ogwWRUxAgi
September 19, 2025 at 9:06 AM
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We condemn last Sat's far-right march & the govt's racist immigration measures, which put Black, minoritised & migrant communities at risk - especially women & children.

The govt must act urgently to safeguard & support our communities.

Read & amplify ⬇️
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Poster with Southall Black Sisters and The Monitoring Group logos. Bold text reads “It’s time to mobilise and not agonise.” Below is an illustration of protester silhouettes in maroon, raising fists and placards. Caption: “A joint statement on the far-right demonstration in London on Saturday 13 September 2025.”
September 18, 2025 at 4:43 PM
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For this reason, we urge the govt to take vital action NOW! #ScrapImmigrationWhitePaper #NoWomenLeftBehind 3/3
Urgent priorities for action - reference pages 9-11 of the statement.
September 15, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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📢We’ve collaborated on a joint statement to Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood.

Coordinated by SUMW - @lawrsuk.bsky.social, in partnership with SBS, @evawuk.bsky.social, Hibiscus & 70+ orgs, it urges the govt to scrap its White Paper & end its harmful approach to immigration. 1/3

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Blue and white cover of the Joint Statement on May 2025 Immigration White Paper, featuring logos of coordinating organisations SUMW - LAWRS, SBS, Hibiscus, and EVAW.
September 15, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic abuse, call 020 8571 0800 or email info@southallblacksisters.co.uk.

Free advice to help women and girls live free from violence and fear. 💜 ✊🏾

Mon/Wed/Fri 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM, Tue/Thu 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM.
September 12, 2025 at 5:13 PM
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Kennedi’s life mattered.

Trapped in abuse, she was killed by her partner when she tried to escape.

Today, he received only a hospital order on the grounds of diminished responsibility - a betrayal of her, her family, and all victim-survivors.

Read more: southallblacksisters.org.uk/news/justice...
A woman with braided hair sits at a restaurant table. She is wearing a colourful patterned blouse in shades of blue, green, and purple, along with gold hoop earrings and a delicate necklace with a small pendant. A bright blue handbag rests on the seat beside her. Behind her is a wall decorated with plants and flowers, illuminated by soft lighting.
September 1, 2025 at 4:02 PM
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We welcome the government’s intent to tackle ‘honour’-based abuse. However, without Banaz’s Law, protection for migrant women, and funding for ‘by and for’ services, systemic change won’t happen.

Banaz’s death must not be in vain.

Full statement ➡️ southallblacksisters.org.uk/news/beyond-...
Banaz Mahmod, a young woman wearing a colorful headscarf, seated indoors, looking thoughtfully to the side. She was murdered in an ‘honour killing’ in 2006.
August 26, 2025 at 2:34 PM
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🚨 The reality of VAWG in the UK is alarming. Using it to push a racist agenda does not represent us.

We’ve joined 200 organisations to urge the government to reject this dangerous weaponisation of VAWG and to take urgent action.

#NotInOurName

www.endviolenceagainstwomen.org.uk/100-womens-r...
Infographic titled 'Violence Against Women and Girls in the UK.' Key statistics include: 1 in 3 will experience domestic violence; 2 women are murdered by a partner or ex-partner every 8 days; over 90% of rape and sexual assault perpetrators are known to victims; 1 in 2 rapes are by a partner or ex-partner; over 90% of stalking perpetrators are known to victims; 1 in 3 rape survivors experience it at home; women denied public funds are 3 times more likely to experience violence; 1 in 2 stalking victims are stalked by a current or ex-partner. Logos at the bottom: End Violence Against Women, Hibiscus, Southall Black Sisters, Women for Refugee Women.
August 21, 2025 at 1:58 PM
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The government has pledged to halve VAWG.

But it cannot be done while lies about its causes are endorsed by those in positions of power.

We’ve joined 200 organisations to reject the weaponisation of VAWG by those with an anti-migrant agenda.

Read more: t.co/50I5sp1kCI

#NotInOurName
A graphic with the slogan “NOT IN OUR NAME” in bold capital letters on the left, and an illustration of a hand holding a yellow megaphone on the right. Below, text reads: “200 organisations unite to warn against the weaponisation of violence against women and girls.” At the bottom are four logos: End Violence Against Women, Hibiscus, Southall Black Sisters, and Women for Refugee Women.
August 19, 2025 at 3:01 PM