“INJUSTICE anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere”, civil rights activist Dr Martin Luther King Jr once said.
Limerick too has been taking literal steps to stamp out such discriminatory voices as it marched in solidarity against racism on International Human Rights Day.
The solidarity walk, organised by the Limerick United Against Racism (LUAR) campaign as part of #DiversityIsStrengthLK, was a public demonstration of solidarity with all people who experience racism or xenophobia.
An initiative of the Migrant Integration Steering Group (MISG), the walk began from the front doors of Limerick City and County Council’s offices at Merchant’s Quay and out across the city’s iconic three bridges.
“Walking together united across our three bridges, we are sending a clear message that racism, xenophobia, and discrimination have no place in Limerick. Our city and county’s strength have always lied in unity, respect, and shared humanity. On International Human Rights Day, Limerick stands proud — committed to inclusion, equality, and hope for all,” said Mayor John Moran.
Council PrÃomh Chomhairleoir Cllr Catherine Slattery (FF) also put her foot down on the day to express her pride for Limerick people’s willingness to stand up for what is right.
“We are showing by crossing our bridges together that racism will not divide Limerick. On International Human Rights Day, we stand up for dignity, equality and respect. Kindness and fairness guide how we live in Limerick, through every individual, group and culture,” Cllr Slattery commented.
For more information on the campaign visit limerickunitedagainstracism.ie.