Habitat for Humanity stands in solidarity with the voluntary and community sector to unite against racism this morning at Stormont.
"We stand in solidarity with all in our community who commit to protect and serve those who are most vulnerable.
Clarence Jordan, spiritual father of Habitat for Humanity and founder of Kononia Farm lived in radical Christian witness in a deeply segregated community which didn't welcome and often threatened them said, “It is not enough to limit your love to your own nation, to your own group. You must respond with love even to those outside of it… This concept enables people to live together not as nations, but as the human race”.
The fierce commitment of Habitat’s founders to the equality of all people is an inspiration in challenging days. For 30 years here in Ireland, Habitat’s mission has called more than 40,000 people to action, breaking down barriers, bringing communities together and supporting the most vulnerable here at home and in countries around the world.
The events of the last week remind us that fear and mistrust, creating a sense of ‘us and them’, is only ever negative. Desmond Tutu Patron of Habitat’s work in South Africa said ‘all of our humanity is dependent on recognising the humanity in others’.
I believe that in a world torn apart by injustice, conflict and poverty love breaks down barriers and heals division. At Habitat we will continue to put God’s love into action to serve our community in practical ways, to bring people of all faiths and none together, breaking down barriers and building hope."
