General Election 2024
It’s incredibly important that we all play our part in the forthcoming general election…
With so many complex social problems currently affecting people locally – and on the horizon too – it can be hard to know how to most effectively participate in the forthcoming general election to help.
There aren’t easy answers to many of the issues we see while working with people in communities across Greater Manchester.
Issues of poverty, homelessness and discrimination are often interconnected and many factors come into play when trying to effectively address them.
Seeing past the soundbites and trying to get to the heart of the issue is important as we all consider how we might vote in July.
What we advocate for
At Caritas Salford, as well as supporting people at a time of crisis and helping them transform their lives with dignity, we are also passionate about advocating – loudly – for change for the long-term.
Tackling poverty and its causes underpins all our work, service provision and advocacy too.
We’re proud to call for a better, more just world where the voices of people positively influence the systems, decisions and resources that affect those most in need.
Our policy work and campaigns are rooted in our experience of accompanying and listening to people who access our services.
What can you do at election time to help people in your local community?
There are lots of things you can do as the general election draws nearer:
- Register to vote! This is the most important thing to do…everyone should have their voice heard
- Download our free resources at the bottom of this page and check back as we will be adding more in the coming weeks
- Visit the news section of our website regularly as we will be sharing resources and information from other organisations we work closely with too
- Familiarise yourself with some of the key factors that might be affecting levels of poverty, homelessness and discrimination in your area
- Think about questions you might want to ask political candidates in your area
Ensuring all of our voices are heard is important. Don’t forget to register to vote.
Resources
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Hosting a Hustings Event
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The general election: a call to action
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Information and resources in advance of the general election