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SWP Birmingham Branch ● for revolutionary socialism ● for internationalism ● for liberation ● from below

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The present system cannot be patched up - it has to be completely transformed. The structures of the parliament, army, police and judiciary cannot be taken over and used by the working people. Elections can be used to agitate for real improvements in people's lives and to expose the system we live under, but only the mass action of workers themselves can change the system. Workers c

reate all the wealth under capitalism. A new society can only be constructed when they collectively seize control of that wealth and plan its production and distribution according to need. For internationalism

We live in a world economy dominated by huge corporations. Only by fighting together across national boundaries can we challenge the rich and powerful who dominate the globe. The struggle for socialism can only be successful if it is a worldwide struggle. This was demonstrated by the experience of Russia where an isolated socialist revolution was crushed by the power of the world market - a market it could only contend with by becoming state capitalist. In Eastern Europe and China similar states were later established. Against racism, imperialism and oppression

We oppose everything which turns workers from one country against those from another. We oppose all immigration controls and campaign for solidarity with workers in other countries. We support the right of black people and other oppressed groups to organise their own defence and we support all genuine national liberation movements. We campaign for real social, political and economic equality for woman and for an end to all forms of discrimination against le****ns, gay men, bis*xual and transgender people. Revolutionary party

Those who rule our society are powerful because they are organised - they control the wealth, media, courts and the military. They use their power to limit and contain opposition. To combat that power, working people have to be organised as well. The Socialist Workers Party aims to bring together activists from the movement and working class. A revolutionary party is necessary to strengthen the movement, organise people within it and aid them in developing the ideas and strategies that can overthrow capitalism entirely. We are committed to fight for peace, equality, justice and socialism.

*Are Autism and ADHD Being Overdiagnosed?* With Roddy Slorach, author of _'A Very Capitalist Condition: A history and po...
31/08/2026

*Are Autism and ADHD Being Overdiagnosed?*
With Roddy Slorach, author of _'A Very Capitalist Condition: A history and politics of disability'_

🗓️ Wednesday 2nd September, 7pm
📍The Warehouse, 54 Allison St, B5 5TH

The mainstream media tells us the increases in autism and ADHD diagnoses are proof of overdiagnosis.

Some 'experts' claim the increase is due to normal life stresses, traumas and behavioural problems being labelled as neurodivergence.

But does this simply shift blame onto individuals and ignore the impacts of deeply-rooted societal problems?

Join the discussion. All welcome!

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30/08/2026

Roddy Slorach will be speaking at this week's SWP Birningham branch meeting on "Are Autism and ADHD being Overdiagnosed?" He sent us this message. ✊

You can also read his ISJ articles on this subject and more here - https://isj.org.uk/?s=Slorach

The meeting is at 7pm Wednesday 2 September 2026 at the Warehouse 54 Allison St B5 5TH

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I saw this production in development and can’t praise it enough.Excellent and inspiring evening for anti racists, loads ...
26/08/2026

I saw this production in development and can’t praise it enough.

Excellent and inspiring evening for anti racists, loads of contemporary relevance and some class tunes.

Well worth a visit.

Part autobiography, part musical journey and part political coming of age, PUNK DAYS is the true story of a mixed race, working-class kid growing up in 70’

*The Witch Hunt of Jason Arday: Why Does Racism in Britain Run So Deep?*🗓️ Wednesday 26th August, 7pm📍The Warehouse, 54 ...
24/08/2026

*The Witch Hunt of Jason Arday: Why Does Racism in Britain Run So Deep?*

🗓️ Wednesday 26th August, 7pm
📍The Warehouse, 54 Allison St, B5 5TH
Speaker: Rimaz Ahmed

Professor Jason Arday was targeted at Cambridge by far-right eugenicist Nathan Cofnas. The racist smear campaign to drive him out started from day one and continued for three years.

The British media joined in, producing hundreds of articles in a relentless frenzy of bigotry – they are complicit in his death.

What really killed Jason Arday was the institutional racism ingrained into the entire British establishment. Join us to discuss how we can fight back.

All welcome.

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*Fighting for Trans+ Liberation After the EHRC Guidance* 🗓️ Wednesday 19th August, 7pm📍The Warehouse, 54 Allison St, B5 ...
17/08/2026

*Fighting for Trans+ Liberation After the EHRC Guidance*

🗓️ Wednesday 19th August, 7pm
📍The Warehouse, 54 Allison St, B5 5TH

The Equality and Human Rights Commission's (EHRC) new transphobic guidance has come into force. The new guidance will make it harder for trans people to engage in public life as they are denied access to single s*x spaces.

Join us to discuss the roots of transphobia and how we can fight back against it.

All welcome!

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🗓️ Wednesday 22 July, 7pm📍The Warehouse, 54 Allison St, B5 5TH📚 *Book launch with the author* *Revisiting the General St...
19/07/2026

🗓️ Wednesday 22 July, 7pm
📍The Warehouse, 54 Allison St, B5 5TH

📚 *Book launch with the author*

*Revisiting the General Strike of 1926: When Workers Were Ready to Dare*

100 years ago the United Kingdom was rocked by a general strike. For 9 days up to 2 million workers struck in solidarity with locked out miners.

Join co-author Judy Cox to discuss the history, legacy and relevance today of the 1926 general strike.

All welcome!

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13/07/2026
*One Struggle, One Fight: Trade Unions and Anti-Racism* 🗓️ Wednesday 15 July, 7pm📍The Warehouse, 54 Allison St, B5 5THFr...
13/07/2026

*One Struggle, One Fight: Trade Unions and Anti-Racism*

🗓️ Wednesday 15 July, 7pm
📍The Warehouse, 54 Allison St, B5 5TH

From Cable Street to the Anti-Nazi League to the 500,000 strong Together march, trade unionists have played a role in fighting racism.

Join us to discuss how trade unions can build the anti-racist struggle and strengthen working class solidarity.

Open meeting. All welcome!

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05/07/2026

Closing Rally Marxism 2026

*From Reform UK to Racist Riots: The Rising Threat of the Far Right* 🗓️ Wednesday 17th June, 7pm📍The Warehouse, 54 Allis...
12/06/2026

*From Reform UK to Racist Riots: The Rising Threat of the Far Right*

🗓️ Wednesday 17th June, 7pm
📍The Warehouse, 54 Allison St, B5 5TH

Riots in Southampton. Pogroms in Belfast. And Nigel Farage calling for "cold fury". The threat of the far right is undeniably on the rise.

Previously, Farage tried to distance himself from fascist street movements. Now he is calling for violence and thuggery in the wake of tragedy.

How do we understand this shifting dynamic. And, crucially, how do we beat it?

Join the discussion. All welcome!

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