Motion text
That this House congratulates the Multi-Cultural Family Base (MCFB) on reaching its 25th anniversary; notes that the charity, founded in Edinburgh in 1998, provides a range of valued services to children, young people, and their families, most of whom are from black and minority ethnic communities and are often new migrants; recognises that MCFB provides assistance with practical issues, such as housing or financial problems, as well as more personal issues, such as dealing with discrimination, support with difficult relationships, managing important transition points, or coping with trauma, loss and displacement; commends MCFB on its efforts to adapt and continue supporting vulnerable families during the covid-19 pandemic; applauds MCFB’s anti-racism projects and its efforts to promote understanding of different cultures, break down stereotypes and challenge prejudices; acknowledges the hard work and dedication of all staff, organisers and volunteers connected with MCFB; and extends gratitude and best wishes for the future to MCFB for many years to come.
Signatures (14)
The first 6 Members who have signed to support the motion are the sponsors. The primary sponsor is generally the person who tabled the motion and has responsibility for it. The date shown is when the Member signed the motion.
Brock, Deidre
Scottish National Party
Signed on
2 October 2023
Shannon, Jim
Democratic Unionist Party
Signed on
17 October 2023
Law, Chris
Scottish National Party
Signed on
17 October 2023
Stephens, Chris
Scottish National Party
Signed on
17 October 2023
O'Hara, Brendan
Scottish National Party
Signed on
17 October 2023
McDonald, Stuart C
Scottish National Party
Signed on
18 October 2023
In addition to the sponsors, the following Members have signed to support the motion.
Whitford, Dr Philippa
Scottish National Party
Signed on
18 October 2023
Fellows, Marion
Scottish National Party
Signed on
19 October 2023
Jardine, Christine
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
19 October 2023
Dorans, Allan
Scottish National Party
Signed on
20 October 2023
Day, Martyn
Scottish National Party
Signed on
23 October 2023
Qaisar, Ms Anum
Scottish National Party
Signed on
23 October 2023
Hanvey, Neale
Alba Party
Signed on
25 October 2023
Hendry, Drew
Scottish National Party
Signed on
25 October 2023
There are no withdrawn signatures for this motion.