In view of the events surrounding the arrival of asylum seekers in early July 2013 which led to an increase in xenophobic comments in public fora (including the internet), the People for Change Foundation felt that it was both important and necessary for politicians (and particularly Parliamentarians) to make a strong statement against racism. This would signal a commitment by politicians to speak and act in a positive and responsible manner.
This declaration was developed to be signed initially by Members of Parliament, but has now been widened to members of political parties and will in the future be extended further for the signature of MEPs.
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