The Racial Equality Subgroup
The Racial Equality Subgroup is an independent body representing minority ethnic communities. The Subgroup acts as a strong voice to Government on issues specifically affecting minority ethnic people, migrants, and race relations, and to keep our actions informed and relevant. The group is chaired by a member of the group independent from Government.
The Racial Equality Subgroup’s membership comprises people working with or representing minority ethnic people and migrants, including representatives of refugees and asylum seekers; the Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission; and the Equality Commission for Northern Ireland. Membership seeks to represent a broad range of minority ethnic groups living in various locations across the region.
Racial Equality Subgroup Member Organisations
| African and Caribbean Support Organisation NI |
| ArtsEkta |
| Barnardo's NI |
| Belfast Islamic Centre |
| Belfast Jewish Community |
| Black and Minority Ethnic Women's Network |
| Bomoko NI |
| British Red Cross |
| Bryson Charitable Group |
| Building Communities Resource Centre |
| Chinese Welfare Association |
| Equality Commission for Northern Ireland |
| Flourish NI |
| GEMS NI |
| Horn of Africa People’s Aid NI |
| Indian Community Centre |
| Inter Ethnic Forum, Mid and East Antrim |
| Lower Ormeau Resident's Action Group (LORAG) |
| Migrant Centre NI |
| Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission |
| North Down YMCA |
| North West Migrants Forum |
| Omagh Ethnic Communities Support Group |
| Philippines United Support Organisation |
| Polish Educational and Cultural Association |
| Polish Language, Culture and Affairs (POLCA) |
| South Tyrone Empowerment Programme (STEP NI) |
| Wah Hep Chinese Community Association |
Minutes of the Racial Equality Subgroup meetings can be accessed via the link below: