Lincolnshire welcomes refugees

The Compassionate Lincoln campaign started in the summer of 2015 when the press coverage of the refugee crisis was at its height. We believe that there is enough love to go around - if we all play our part. It isn’t about ‘us’ or ‘them’, it’s about humanity and supporting those who are struggling in their time of need. Using our voices to speak up. Using our collective resources to make change. The press coverage might have lost energy but the refugee crisis is real and is still absolutely devastating.

To date, Lincolnshire County Council has refused to respond to the Government ‘invitation’ to Local Authorities to offer their support.

We know that there are massive social issues affecting our community in Lincoln and this campaign is absolutely about developing effective, community-led responses to these - we’re all working on it together through the Big Soup, the Warm Rail, the collections, raising awareness of local charities, showing our support for each other. However, we think our community cares enough to be able to support refugees too. If you had lost everything, had to run for your life, had to leave everything behind for the hope that somewhere new might be safe, wouldn’t you hope that someone would see you for you and help you to find your way?

Please sign this petition to show your support for Lincolnshire offering its help to refugees. It’s right to care, it’s important to reach out - that’s what makes a community. Let’s play our part.

https://you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/lincolnshire-shows-support-to-refugees?source=facebook-share-button&time=1530130220