Our next meeting is:

 

Thursday 5 February 2026

7.30 – 9.00 pm (UK time)

Online via Zoom

A Public Webinar hosted by the National Justice and Peace Network (NJPN)

From Lived Experience to Collective Action

Guest Speakers: 

Dr. Beverley Prevatt Goldstein: Distinguished academic, community activist, and pioneering advocate for racial equality in the North East of England. Born in Trinidad, she made history in 1968 as one of the first Black women to enroll at Oxford University from a mainstream British school before pursuing a prolific career in social work and education. She is the former chair of the North East of England African Community Association (NEEACA) and her lifelong commitment to anti-racism was honoured with an honorary doctorate from Northumbria University.

 Richard Reddie: Prominent British author, researcher, and broadcaster specializing in racial justice and the intersection of faith and culture. He serves as the Director of Justice and Inclusion at Churches Together in Britain and Ireland (CTBI), where he oversees initiatives related to racial justice, migration, and refugees. He is a frequent commentator on the legacy of the Windrush generation and the murder of Stephen Lawrence, often advocating for the Church to act as a “prophetic voice” in the public square.

Why this webinar?

Racism in England remains a real and ongoing injustice.
Despite strong equality laws, evidence shows that racism continues to shape lives through:

  • Racially motivated hate crime
  • Discrimination in employment, education, housing, and healthcare
  • Disproportionate policing and criminal justice outcomes
  • Hostility linked to migration debates and global events

Racism today is often subtle, denied, or minimised — but its impact is real.

This webinar creates space to name the reality of racism, reflect on its roots and consequences, and explore how we can act together for justice.

Remember to register HERE 

Click here to download the poster – Shining a Light on Racism in England – Webinar

 

Our last meeting was:

Christ Among the Ruins Finding Light in Gaza’s Darkness

National Justice & Peace Network & Pax Christi England and Wales

December 1st at 7.30pm

A live webinar and conversation of faith, witness, and action

As the people of Gaza face unimaginable suffering amid ongoing bombardment, displacement, and humanitarian crisis — and as Israeli and Jewish communities worldwide grieve, fear, and struggle with the weight of violence and loss — we gather to seek Christ’s light among the ruins.

This webinar invites participants to reflect on how the Church understands and responds to this unfolding tragedy: where we find Christ in the midst of devastation, and how we can bear faithful witness to peace, justice, and compassion in a world so deeply divided.

Together, we will listen to diverse voices — including perspectives from Activists both Christians & Jewish – Peace Advocates, and Church Leaders — to explore how followers of Christ can pray, speak, and act with integrity. We will also consider practical steps for advocacy, including how to engage elected representatives and support those most affected by the conflict.

You are warmly invited to join this conversation, to share your own thoughts and experiences, and to discern together what it means to be people of light in a time of darkness and to take an action for Advent afterwards. 

🕯️ A recording of the session will be made available afterward for those unable to attend live.

The Zoom Link to attend this Webinar will be sent to you closer to the event itself. 

Thank you for registering.

The NJPN and Pax Christi Executives.

(National Justice and Peace Network & Pax Christi England and Wales)

See Poster Attached 

You can register HERE or by downloading the poster and clicking the link on the poster. 

 

To download the poster click here

 

Previous NJPN Meetings