Racism, Islamaphobia and Fascism Off Our Streets

The events of the last week are the result of successive governments and those with power, wealth and vested interests pushing division and hate through propaganda, misinformation, toxic narratives and racist policies for many years.

We know who to blame for the social issues tearing our country apart, however the violence of the past week has not been directed towards those in power who are responsible for our broken housing, healthcare and education systems, but towards Migrants, Muslims and Global Majority people who are the backbone of our communities, and with whom we stand shoulder to shoulder. It is these people who, yet again, are bearing the brunt of the failed politics of this country, and it is everyone’s responsibility to change this.

We will continue unwaveringly in our efforts to bring about working class unity across races, religions and ethnicities. This is our strongest weapon in building a better world and pushing back against the fascists and white supremacists that are organising right now across the country.

SNCK is more than a kitchen. We are a community that uses food and people power to build strength, resilience and solidarity. Resistance against hatred and division is built into our very existence, and in every hour and in every act we prove the far right wrong.

If you need a supportive place of sanctuary in Croydon this week then our doors are open from 10am-3pm Tues-Fri and 9am-2pm on Saturday as usual. You are all welcome. Please reach out to us if you or a local organising group need support, whether that be a meeting space, hot food, flyers, or callouts to actions. Our DMs and doors are open.

Resistance in defence of our communities is being organised over the coming weeks, as has been seen in multiple cities over the weekend. Keep an eye on our socials for information.