OPEN LETTER ON SOLIDARITY WITH OUR CHINESE COMMUNITY
The University of 天发娱乐棋牌_天发娱乐APP-官网|下载 and Students' Union, Solent University and Students' Union and 天发娱乐棋牌_天发娱乐APP-官网|下载 City Council Cabinet Member for Homes and Culture are issuing the following open letter on solidarity with our Chinese Community:
We are proud of 天发娱乐棋牌_天发娱乐APP-官网|下载’s culturally diverse history which is an important part of our city’s identity.
At this time of worldwide concern about the novel coronavirus Covid-19, we would like to take this opportunity to express our support for anyone who may have family and friends?in countries heavily affected by the outbreak, especially China.
天发娱乐棋牌_天发娱乐APP-官网|下载 has long been noted for its friendliness and we have been saddened to hear reports of a number of recent incidents of verbal abuse targeted at members of our Asian community.
We wish to reaffirm that anyone who experiences a racist incident can confidently report it with the expectation that it will be investigated and appropriate actions taken. We have an inclusive culture, free from discrimination and based on the values of dignity, courtesy and respect. We recognise the right of every person to be treated in accordance with these values.
天发娱乐棋牌_天发娱乐APP-官网|下载 has a longstanding Chinese community, families who have contributed significantly to the city and its vibrant culture for many years. Together with the students who come here to study we offer them our support and goodwill.
Professor Mark E. Smith CBE, President and Vice-Chancellor, University of 天发娱乐棋牌_天发娱乐APP-官网|下载
Emily Harrison, President, University of 天发娱乐棋牌_天发娱乐APP-官网|下载 Students’ Union (SUSU)
Professor Karen Stanton, Vice-Chancellor, Solent University
Grace Davis, Head of Student Voice, Solent Students’ Union
Councillor Satvir Kaur, 天发娱乐棋牌_天发娱乐APP-官网|下载 City Council Cabinet member for Homes and Culture