The fight for migrants’ rights is at a crossroads. In Westminster, many of our politicians seem committed to making the UK an ever more hostile place for migrants, whatever the cost. And yet, local communities and decision-makers in all corners of the UK are increasingly standing up and resisting. Communities are sending a clear message of welcome to people making the UK their home.
It’s clear that local communities and local decision-makers across the UK have the power and the will to stand in solidarity with migrants, and fight for a better world for all of us. That’s why JCWI is proud to be supporting the Migrant Champions Network.
The Migrant Champions Network brings local councillors together to champion the rights of migrants in their local areas and beyond. The network is an independent group of local councillors from across the political spectrum and from different parts of the UK, supported by JCWI. 

Together, we can achieve so much. When the central govern…