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GUILTY BY RACE?
Continued.. The conviction was wrong, and we implore
the wheels of justice in her appeal to be
“The Judge’s background is very relevant, fair.
particularly with reference to Claudia’s
case, the lack of evidence and the out- We believe that the initial conviction was
come versus his recent acquittals. There made based on bias, inequality, and
is an argument for being judged by your prejudice. We are standing with Claudia as
peers, this didn’t happen as a fair hearing she appeals against this unjust decision.”
for Claudia.
Black African Women’s Empowerment
The media narrative has been biased and group gave the following statement:
one sided and we have even had unusual
issues with setting up a funding page to “This Campaign is in support of Claudia
support her financially, as though she is Webbe. A strong powerful black woman
being shut down. She has been abandoned who is at the heart of our community and
by the Labour Party which leaves her no who for over 30 years fought for Fairness,
platform to have a voice. Women’s Rights, JUSTICE and much more.
We are passionate to stand by Claudia as
It highlights the disproportionate treat- our sister”.
ment of black women, in the workplace, in
society and in the justice system. I don’t
subscribe to conspiracy theories, but The campaign also aims to raise money to
we must look deeper into it. I am certain assist with fees and counselling support.
something is wrong in this case.”
What action can you take?
Share this story
Faith added: Share the poster on your social media
stories
Donate and share towards her legal costs
“Claudia has been a tremendous support Share the hashtags
for me and my community.
When I was experiencing traumatic and #Istandwith Claudia #justice4claudia
difficult times as an asylum seeker in #friends4claudia #proudtobeafriend
poverty, Claudia provided emotional and #blackjusticeuk
financial support for me and others. She #donate #support #blackexcellence
has been positive on race issues and #racism #community #donateandshare
standing up for our communities.

Claudia has been horribly affected
emotionally and financially and this case
risks her good reputation and standing as
a black woman.

I know that Claudia regrets entering any
conversation with this woman, and
perhaps she should never have done so.
But she has not broken the law. Today we
stand shoulder to shoulder with Claudia.
As a community, we believe Claudia.

MAGAZINE // 18