Tag Archives: Abuse

30Apr/23

If there is systemic inequality why can’t there be systemic equality?

April 27, 2023 /Social/ — Systemic inequality is a complex issue with many contributing factors. It can be difficult to identify and address all of the factors that contribute to systemic inequality, but there are a number of things that can be done to create a more equitable society.

One of the most important things is to raise awareness of the issue of systemic inequality. Many people are unaware of the ways in which systemic inequality affects their lives and the lives of others. By raising awareness of the issue, we can start to create a more just and equitable society.

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18Apr/23

Casey review: how the Met police needs to accept that it is institutionally racist and deal with failures

Angus Nurse, Nottingham Trent University

Louise Casey’s review of the standards of behaviour and internal culture at the Metropolitan police makes for uncomfortable reading. It was commissioned following the kidnap, rape and murder of Sarah Everard by Wayne Couzens, who was a serving Met officer at the time.

Casey highlights the prevalence of sexism and homophobia. Crucially, in considering police culture she draws different conclusions on the existence of institutional racism than the position taken in 2021 by Boris Johnson’s government on race.

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15Aug/22

Nearly 70% of Premier League footballers are abused on Twitter – we used an AI to sift through millions of tweets

Bertie Vidgen, Alan Turing Institute and Angus Redlarski Williams, Alan Turing Institute

As the new Premier League football season gets underway, a few things are certain. There will be goals, drama and excitement, and unfortunately, players will be subjected to vile abuse on social media.

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