Delighted to have been awarded Champion For Education
@LGiUScotland
. Thank you to my constituents and Glasgow communities for contacting me with issues that matter to them & putting their faith in me. It is an honour to serve.
I am a Scottish Muslim woman, also a Labour Councillor. I wear a head scarf by choice. It doesn't stop me from travelling, socialising, working or representing my constituents. I was elected twice. Don't judge me or define me by stereotypes.
#ThisWomanCan
Was inspiring and refreshing to meet and campaign with
@DawnButlerBrent
in Glasgow Central! Women of colour are a rare concept in Scottish Politics and no doubt she was also key in convincing some undecided voters.
Govanhill communities have been raising this for far too long and they deserve a much better service. Listen to the lived experiences of communities. This is about basic adequate services. Which could also be a health and safety issue.
#GlasgowDeservesBetter
The vandalised Roma Holocaust Memorial was replaced today. Thanks to the local community,
@GlasgowCC
and
@Roma_Voice
. We stand in solidarity against racism or bias against any comunity.
Thanks
@ElaineSgp
for your kind words & honesty. One particular party candidate made this council election very nasty for me & my campaigners - especially on polling day. I appreciate the solidarty from the Green activists. Politics should not have to be this way & it must change
It is an honour and a privilege to have been elected as the deputy leader of the Glasgow Labour Group - the first person from a diverse background to hold the position.
On International Roma Day 2024 we celebrate Roma culture.
The Roma community, like many minority communities have long been subjected to systemic injustices.
We must stand together as anti - racists against all forms of discrimination and hate.
#InternationalRomaDay
Phonebanking for
@anassarwar
. Positive response - communities want a clear plan for eradicating inequality, job creation and a focus on education.
Glasgow Southside deserves an MSP focussed on improving life chances.
#BothVotesLabour
#GlasgowSouthside
Throughout this dispute, despite there being no “national plan”, colleges have continued to advertise instructor posts with lecturing duties. This is not an
#aprilfools
All students deserve to be taught by a lecturer.
Normaly Eid involves family and eating together. Poverty and isolation means too many in Glasgow do not know where their next meal will come from.
Thanks to Madrasa Tul Madina - Niddrie Road - for providing Eid Lunch.
#EidMubarak
#WorldHijabDay
I choose to wear it, dont judge me, stereotype me or discriminate against me.
Far too many Muslim women face discrimination, are ignored and othered.
I should be able to wear what I want and be accepted as an equal in society. Which is a right of all women.
No women of colour have ever been elected to Scottish Parliament. I suspect we may be having this conversation for the next decade...
Unless political parties take action...
MSPs talking about Black Lives Matter at FMQs - voicing "total solidarity", but maybe worth noting that they're doing so in a parliament that's managed across 21 years and five elections to elect a grand total of four members from BAME backgrounds
Official opening of North Gate New Build - social housing. Great work by
@NewGorbalsHA
and everyone involved. Marks the completion of Crown Street Regeneration - decades of focussed planning, design and investment.
I have asked
@GlasgowCC
to restore the Roma Genocide Memorial. Lets send a clear message that we will not forget the suffering faced by the Roma community. We stand in unity against racism or bias against any community.
Racism is all to often experienced online in relation to Govanhill. We like to believe these are keyboard warriors but this is a timely reminder of real world actions by racists in our community that we need to continue to actively oppose - wherever we come across it.
This is the story of the buildings you walk past in Glasgow everyday. In desperate need of repair, they have incredible history which we have delved into.
Full story:
Would be delighted
@GretaThunberg
if you could visit Govanhill - one of the most diverse areas in Scotland facing stark inequality. The communities of
#Govanhill
deserve a clean & green area. Your presence would be inspirational for the current & generations to come.
#COP26
On Friday Nov 5 I’ll join the climate strike in Glasgow, during
#COP26
Climate justice also means social justice and that we leave no one behind. So we invite everyone, especially the workers striking in Glasgow, to join us. See you there!
#UprootTheSystem
@fff_glasgow
Following a meeting with
@GlasgowCC
and
@Roma_Voice
we discussed some designs for a permanent replacement of the vandalised Roma Genocide Memorial. We stand in unity against racism or bias against any community.
Despite my education and experience, some can't see past my hijab and others simply choose not to and are blighted by their bigoted mindset.
It ranges from being ignored, undermined, overlooked and sometimes being subjected to a derogatory tone.
Thanks to
@BlairvadachOEC
for a tour of the centre & detail of the unique benefits of the residential experience. Achievement, cohesion, knowledge & self-confidence to name a few.
@Labour_GCC
will work with the centre to ensure a sustainable future for generations to come.
Very sad news, I will allways be grateful for the wise words and support from Bashir Maan when I stood for council in 2012. He overcame many barriers and was the first elected Muslim councillor in Glasgow. An inspiring role model.
....thanks to everyone who shared their concerns around bulk uplift charges and cleansing in the area.
Govanhill and Glasgow need new ideas and investment.
I hear you.
Lots of chat on the doorstep in Woodside for the Hillhead By - Election.
The SNP - Green administration have neglected the environment and the pace of implementing renewable projects is slow.
@ruthall1
is a great champion for local communities.
Hanzala Bhai was a valued colleague and friend. We will miss him and his valued contribution in improving society for so many in Glasgow and abroad.
Inna Lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji'un.
The Glasgow Labour Group are saddened to announce that our friend and colleague Councillor Hanzala Malik has passed away.
Our thoughts are with Hanzala’s friends and family 🌹
Today our members across Scotland take strike action that could have been avoided by our employers. They must ratify the deal that their negotiators already agreed. An agreement that our Executive ratified in good faith.
#CollegesNeedLecturers
Hearing the emotional lived exeprience of learners disadvantaged by the SQA process.
SQA must reverse the systemic disadvantage and our young learners must be supported through this process.
Thousands of young learners aspirations and life chances are being shattered.
Congratulations to
@UofGEducation
Dr
@Soryia
Siddique, being shortlisted for 'Champion for Education' Campaigning on issues related to early years, digital exclusion, women in STEM, placements, inequality, attainment, diversity and further education cuts. 👏👏 Best of Luck!
I have recieved many emails related to
#BlackLivesMatter
. Requests for changing street names, changing the education curriculum and themed gallery displays. However, it is paramount that black voices are leading the debate and change - lived experiences matter.
It is the greatest honour of my life to be elected leader of
@ScottishLabour
.
I will be a leader that focuses on what unites us as a country - not what divides us.
We recently agreed cross party that Glasgow is experiencing a housing emergency.
Too many children and families are living in temporary accommodation.
A cut to the housing budget during a housing emergency is unacceptable. Glasgow desperately needs more homes.
Attended National Day of Pakistan flag hoisting ceremony
@PakinGlasgow
.
In a world where divisive rhetoric often dominates - embracing my Pakistani roots alongside my Scottish upbringing underpins the importance of unity. Let's celebrate diversity & inclusion in Glasgow.
"The SNP prefer to play the broken record of blaming Westminster, focusing on independence over addressing Scotland’s pressing issues, especially housing. Empty rhetoric does not give children homes."
Sunny Gorbals and a good response for
@johnadgrady
in Glasgow East.
Communities want positive solutions - it is clearly time for change.
#LabourDoorstep
Delighted, we reached cross-party support on the Women in Politics motion.
Change will only happen if we push the boundaries. Requires councils, all levels of government, political parties, social media & print press to do much more.
This is a
#AFightForAllofUs
.
Well done to
@saveblairvadach
and everyone who campaigned to keep the centre open. Hearing about decisons via the Glasgow Times is no way to run a council. The announcement impacts jobs and life chances and should be given due diligence.
Good morning, Glasgow!
Here's today's exclusive front page as we reveal the Blairvadach Outdoor Education Centre has been saved from closure!
#scotpapers
This is very concerning. SNP have subjected colleges to over a decade of cuts.
There is a recognised growth sector & green skills gap. Apprenticeships are generating the skills people need & employers want.
This about life chances & must be fixed.
Shopping today, slipped in M & S on a piece of plastic, landed on a trolly wheel!! 🙈 .. So many tried to help in a social distance sort of way! What a riddy! I am staying at home tomorrow.....🤪
Pleased St Francis Centre is opening as a welcoming centre, thanks to the local community who campaigned for it to open.
It must be opened to full capacity ensuring the local communities needs and aspirations are met.
I visted Queen's Park and had a look at the damage to the George Rickey sculpture. It appears to be the plate that holds the metal beam to the turning point has been bent. I have requested an assessment of the damage with a view to it being repaired.
It is heartwarming seeing all faiths and none, communities from all backgrounds, third sector organisations and volunteers organise during the Covid-19 pandemic to ensure the vulnerable and elderly are provided with the support they need.
Islamaphobia is on the rise.
Far too many Muslim women wearing hijab are now expected to experience discrimination. This should never be normalised.
I am proud of my faith and my choice to wear hijab - fighting for everyone's right to be their unique self.
#IslamophobiaDay
“We must confront and root out bigotry in all its forms.”
On Friday's International Day to Combat Islamophobia,
@antonioguterres
calls on everyone to combat intolerance, stereotypes and bias.
Scottish Govt should seek to embed & strengthen anti-racist education and black history across national curriculum to be taught in Scottish schools.
Equality should be at the heart of strategic planning at GCC.
Address the chronic under representation of BAME in senior roles
“Actions will make the difference, not words.”
A strong speech from Bailie
@Soryia
on what we must do to tackle discrimination in our city & how it’s not enough to say that we’re not racist, that we must be boldly anti racist.
#BlackLivesMatter
Thanks to Al Farooq Education & Community Centre & volunteers for increasing their food bank to providing daily meals to mitigate food poverty in Glasgow.
The state of our streets, roads, parks and our back courts is simply not good enough. Listen to local communities, campaigners and unions.
The eyes of the world will be on Glasgow staging COP26, lets ensure Glasgow is a clean and green city.
#GlasgowDeservesBetter
Volunteering with Fatemeh - food poverty an ongoing issue in
#SouthsideCentral
. Language barriers an added complexity in engaging with service providers and third sector.
Thanks to
@unisonscot
for an afternoon discussion on "Achievements & Challenges of Scottish Black Women". We experience the barriers and know the solutions. Now we need urgent action.
#UnisonIWD
#IWD2023
I have received nearly 100 emails regarding Agnew Lane. The strength of community feeling is clear.
A Temporary Stop Notice (TSN) will be served today, which will cease any further work for 28 days.
This should also allow time to investigate if there are bats nesting.
What a great match and what a great end to the school career of our S6 players. I was so proud of everyone tonight. And of course I get to store that lovely cup for a year! Well done to the team and Mr Nolan!
We are looking forward to
@ScotWomenStand
at
@theParliamentP
on Sat, 7 Sept!
2:30-3:30pm : We'll be holding a workshop for BME women to discuss barriers to political progress & explore ways to overcome them.
#Glasgow
Labour Councillor
@soriya
will be speaking at the workshop!
Far too many heritage buildings are falling into disrepair. In light of the housing emergency and the homelessness crisis - a heritage action plan must be escalated. To ensure the safety of these buildings and bring these buildings into much needed use.
Wearing a hijab certainly has its moments. Though I am not concerned about comments on my lack of lockdown haircut!!!
No haircut, good or bad haircut - stop judging womens appearences. We are more than our looks!!
Officers estimated that if Compulsary Sales Orders are introduced and give local authorities the necessary powers then this could be the solution for up to 50% of long term empty homes in Glasgow. The Scottish Government delay in introducing CSOs is inexcusable & indefensible.
Ramdan Mubarak, as we find new ways to connect, reflect and continue charitable work during these difficult times. Wishing you and yours a peaceful and safe month ahead.
#RamadanMubarak
Delighted to have supported Lynn Davis's motion on Further Education
@ScottishLabour
Women's Conference. It is a sector that needs urgent investment.
We are standing in solidarity with EIS members battling chronic underfunding and devaluation of Further Education.
Having taught science based course in FE for over a decade. I have seen first hand the importance of FE in addressing the skills gap and improving life chances.
@Labour_GCC
brought forward a motion of support to the full council in June.