Debbie Weekes-Bernard
@debbieweekesb.bsky.social
Deputy Mayor of London for Communities & Social Justice, Chair of Praxis, formerly at JRF and Runnymede Trust - racial justice, anti-poverty, gender, equity. She/her. Views my own
Wonderful to speak at The Faith & Belief Forum Dangoor Interfaith Awards. A truly inspiring celebration of faith, community and compassion across London.
Congratulations to the winners. You have embodied the values that hold our city together: empathy, generosity and faith in one another.
Congratulations to the winners. You have embodied the values that hold our city together: empathy, generosity and faith in one another.
November 26, 2025 at 5:32 PM
Wonderful to speak at The Faith & Belief Forum Dangoor Interfaith Awards. A truly inspiring celebration of faith, community and compassion across London.
Congratulations to the winners. You have embodied the values that hold our city together: empathy, generosity and faith in one another.
Congratulations to the winners. You have embodied the values that hold our city together: empathy, generosity and faith in one another.
On #TransDayOfRemembrance, we honour the lives of trans & non-binary people lost to violence, neglect and systemic injustice.
We remember Leia Sampson-Grimbly, Charlie Millers and too many others whose lives were cut short.
Our work continues for dignity, safety and justice.
We remember Leia Sampson-Grimbly, Charlie Millers and too many others whose lives were cut short.
Our work continues for dignity, safety and justice.
November 20, 2025 at 6:45 PM
On #TransDayOfRemembrance, we honour the lives of trans & non-binary people lost to violence, neglect and systemic injustice.
We remember Leia Sampson-Grimbly, Charlie Millers and too many others whose lives were cut short.
Our work continues for dignity, safety and justice.
We remember Leia Sampson-Grimbly, Charlie Millers and too many others whose lives were cut short.
Our work continues for dignity, safety and justice.
Fantastic to host faith leaders at City Hall during #InterFaithWeek for important and meaningful conversations about how @london.gov.uk can continue to support the vital role of faith communities in deepening social cohesion and understanding across our City.
November 14, 2025 at 4:20 PM
Fantastic to host faith leaders at City Hall during #InterFaithWeek for important and meaningful conversations about how @london.gov.uk can continue to support the vital role of faith communities in deepening social cohesion and understanding across our City.
My thoughts remain with those affected by #HurricaneMelissa in Jamaica, Haiti & the surrounding area. As we support Londoners concerned for loved ones in the region, please consider the following for donation/drop off info:
tinyurl.com/6thsby6p
www.jhcuk.org
tinyurl.com/6thsby6p
www.jhcuk.org
Donate to Caribbean Hurricane Fund: Melissa, organized by Black Curatorial
Hey Everyone!
Last year Hurricane Beryl devastated the Caribbean. We fundraise… Black Curatorial needs your support for Caribbean Hurricane Fund: Melissa
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November 12, 2025 at 6:45 PM
My thoughts remain with those affected by #HurricaneMelissa in Jamaica, Haiti & the surrounding area. As we support Londoners concerned for loved ones in the region, please consider the following for donation/drop off info:
tinyurl.com/6thsby6p
www.jhcuk.org
tinyurl.com/6thsby6p
www.jhcuk.org
Today we remember & honour all those, across many communities & faiths, who served. Yesterday’s service, hosted by @london.gov.uk @londonassembly.bsky.social
& City Hall Branch of Royal British Legion brought us together to reflect on how remembrance can help build a peaceful future. #LestWeForget
& City Hall Branch of Royal British Legion brought us together to reflect on how remembrance can help build a peaceful future. #LestWeForget
November 11, 2025 at 5:29 PM
Today we remember & honour all those, across many communities & faiths, who served. Yesterday’s service, hosted by @london.gov.uk @londonassembly.bsky.social
& City Hall Branch of Royal British Legion brought us together to reflect on how remembrance can help build a peaceful future. #LestWeForget
& City Hall Branch of Royal British Legion brought us together to reflect on how remembrance can help build a peaceful future. #LestWeForget
As #NationalHCAW comes to a close, I am reiterating this important message: hate will never win in our great city. Not now, not ever. Unity will always prove stronger than division.
October 17, 2025 at 1:34 PM
As #NationalHCAW comes to a close, I am reiterating this important message: hate will never win in our great city. Not now, not ever. Unity will always prove stronger than division.
The @mayorofldn is committed to working with our civil society & community orgs to foster connections across London's diverse communities.
Our new #LovedandWanted Fund will invest £900K to strengthen this work across the city.
Apply by 19 Oct: www.london.gov.uk/programmes-s...
Our new #LovedandWanted Fund will invest £900K to strengthen this work across the city.
Apply by 19 Oct: www.london.gov.uk/programmes-s...
October 10, 2025 at 3:09 PM
The @mayorofldn is committed to working with our civil society & community orgs to foster connections across London's diverse communities.
Our new #LovedandWanted Fund will invest £900K to strengthen this work across the city.
Apply by 19 Oct: www.london.gov.uk/programmes-s...
Our new #LovedandWanted Fund will invest £900K to strengthen this work across the city.
Apply by 19 Oct: www.london.gov.uk/programmes-s...
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I’m proud of our Pension Credit campaign, but too many Londoners are still missing out on vital support.
That's why City Hall is working to reach even more Londoners as we build a better, fairer city for everyone.
That's why City Hall is working to reach even more Londoners as we build a better, fairer city for everyone.
Pension credit helping thousands of low income older Londoners transform their lives - Harrow Online
More than 4,400 older Londoners have claimed up to £21.5million in “vital” Pension Credit in the last year, the Local Democracy Reporting Service (LDRS)
harrowonline.org
October 10, 2025 at 2:58 PM
I’m proud of our Pension Credit campaign, but too many Londoners are still missing out on vital support.
That's why City Hall is working to reach even more Londoners as we build a better, fairer city for everyone.
That's why City Hall is working to reach even more Londoners as we build a better, fairer city for everyone.
Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay. With Home Office funding, we're supporting trauma-informed services which improve the mental health of asylum seekers in London- recognising the deep, difficult impact of their journeys and stories.
London stands for compassion, dignity and care.
London stands for compassion, dignity and care.
October 10, 2025 at 10:14 AM
Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay. With Home Office funding, we're supporting trauma-informed services which improve the mental health of asylum seekers in London- recognising the deep, difficult impact of their journeys and stories.
London stands for compassion, dignity and care.
London stands for compassion, dignity and care.
Always a pleasure to visit our Go! London Young Entrepreneurs. Am always inspired by the innovative ways they use sport & physical activity to make a difference & am proud Go! London funding is supporting the next generation of young leaders to drive positive change in their communities
October 9, 2025 at 12:57 PM
Always a pleasure to visit our Go! London Young Entrepreneurs. Am always inspired by the innovative ways they use sport & physical activity to make a difference & am proud Go! London funding is supporting the next generation of young leaders to drive positive change in their communities
During challenging times, celebrating the incredible work happening across London’s communities has never mattered more
Our latest Communities newsletter is out now. Sign up to receive updates, read inspiring stories & get involved in shaping our city
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Our latest Communities newsletter is out now. Sign up to receive updates, read inspiring stories & get involved in shaping our city
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October 8, 2025 at 11:54 AM
During challenging times, celebrating the incredible work happening across London’s communities has never mattered more
Our latest Communities newsletter is out now. Sign up to receive updates, read inspiring stories & get involved in shaping our city
🔗 tinyurl.com/59wxfxjh
Our latest Communities newsletter is out now. Sign up to receive updates, read inspiring stories & get involved in shaping our city
🔗 tinyurl.com/59wxfxjh
Today is a solemn day of remembrance. We honour the lives lost on October 7th and our thoughts and prayers are shared with those that continue to grieve. London stands united against all forms of hatred and remains committed to peace, compassion, and cohesion in our great city.
My statement on the second anniversary of the 7 October attacks.
October 7, 2025 at 2:59 PM
Today is a solemn day of remembrance. We honour the lives lost on October 7th and our thoughts and prayers are shared with those that continue to grieve. London stands united against all forms of hatred and remains committed to peace, compassion, and cohesion in our great city.
To our Jewish community: we stand with you today and every day. We will not tolerate hatred against any community of faith or belief.
October 3, 2025 at 12:19 PM
To our Jewish community: we stand with you today and every day. We will not tolerate hatred against any community of faith or belief.
The London I know & love is built on the strength of many communities who call it home, working together & celebrating our shared values.
Londoners' reception to our #LovedandWanted campaign has been wonderful.
We know this is a much-needed message.
Join us in sharing it❤️
Londoners' reception to our #LovedandWanted campaign has been wonderful.
We know this is a much-needed message.
Join us in sharing it❤️
September 30, 2025 at 3:41 PM
The London I know & love is built on the strength of many communities who call it home, working together & celebrating our shared values.
Londoners' reception to our #LovedandWanted campaign has been wonderful.
We know this is a much-needed message.
Join us in sharing it❤️
Londoners' reception to our #LovedandWanted campaign has been wonderful.
We know this is a much-needed message.
Join us in sharing it❤️
For more than three years, we have funded dozens of organisations and supported thousands of BN(O) Hongkongers. We remain committed to supporting them to feel safe and thrive in London. We are excited to announce the grantees of this year's Hong Kong Fund: tinyurl.com/38jr9nde
London Hong Kong Welcome Programme
Information on projects of the Hong Kong Welcome Hub, to support the integration of BN(O) status holders.
tinyurl.com
September 25, 2025 at 4:38 PM
For more than three years, we have funded dozens of organisations and supported thousands of BN(O) Hongkongers. We remain committed to supporting them to feel safe and thrive in London. We are excited to announce the grantees of this year's Hong Kong Fund: tinyurl.com/38jr9nde
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I’ve said it once, I’ll say it again.
Ignore the haters, London is the 🐐
Ignore the haters, London is the 🐐
September 23, 2025 at 4:17 PM
I’ve said it once, I’ll say it again.
Ignore the haters, London is the 🐐
Ignore the haters, London is the 🐐
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Sadiq Khan condemns Nigel Farage's threat to deport hundreds of thousands of Londoners with settled status.
“They have legal rights and are our friends, neighbours and colleagues, contributing hugely to our city.
“Threatening to deport people living and working here legally is unacceptable.”
“They have legal rights and are our friends, neighbours and colleagues, contributing hugely to our city.
“Threatening to deport people living and working here legally is unacceptable.”
September 22, 2025 at 10:16 AM
Sadiq Khan condemns Nigel Farage's threat to deport hundreds of thousands of Londoners with settled status.
“They have legal rights and are our friends, neighbours and colleagues, contributing hugely to our city.
“Threatening to deport people living and working here legally is unacceptable.”
“They have legal rights and are our friends, neighbours and colleagues, contributing hugely to our city.
“Threatening to deport people living and working here legally is unacceptable.”
The Mayor (@london.gov.uk) is a powerful voice against all forms of hate & division in our city. Privileged to join global leaders & activists for the @unesco.org anti-racism conference in Paris & speak on how we build a global alliance to tackle far right narratives seeking to divide communities
September 18, 2025 at 2:21 PM
The Mayor (@london.gov.uk) is a powerful voice against all forms of hate & division in our city. Privileged to join global leaders & activists for the @unesco.org anti-racism conference in Paris & speak on how we build a global alliance to tackle far right narratives seeking to divide communities
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What’s happening in Gaza is a genocide.
September 17, 2025 at 8:22 PM
What’s happening in Gaza is a genocide.
Those who spread division dismiss kindness as weakness. In London, we see it as a super power. That’s why @MayorofLondon is backing our communities through a new £900k #LovedandWanted Fund to support Londoners, bringing people together to ensure no one is left behind.
President Trump has fanned the flames of the far-right.
And now a toxic form of politics is spilling out onto our streets.
These are dark times, but those who seek to divide us will not win. www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
And now a toxic form of politics is spilling out onto our streets.
These are dark times, but those who seek to divide us will not win. www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
After the far right’s march on our streets, Londoners must show Trump we reject his politics of fear | Sadiq Khan
These are dark times, but those who seek to divide us will not win. The capital’s soul and spirit are as inclusive and optimistic as ever, says London mayor Sadiq Khan
www.theguardian.com
September 17, 2025 at 10:11 AM
Those who spread division dismiss kindness as weakness. In London, we see it as a super power. That’s why @MayorofLondon is backing our communities through a new £900k #LovedandWanted Fund to support Londoners, bringing people together to ensure no one is left behind.
London has a proud history of celebrating diversity as our strength. Openness & inclusion are part of everyday life thanks to the tireless work of local communities. I'm proud the Mayor continues to invest in the orgs supporting Londoners & ensuring everyone feels #LovedandWanted
September 17, 2025 at 8:29 AM
London has a proud history of celebrating diversity as our strength. Openness & inclusion are part of everyday life thanks to the tireless work of local communities. I'm proud the Mayor continues to invest in the orgs supporting Londoners & ensuring everyone feels #LovedandWanted
The Far-right aim to stoke fear & divide our diverse communities by spreading hate but they will fail.
By standing together & celebrating diversity we send a clear message of unity. Leaders must recognise this & use their words, positions & platforms to pull communities together not apart
By standing together & celebrating diversity we send a clear message of unity. Leaders must recognise this & use their words, positions & platforms to pull communities together not apart
We must unite against those who seek to divide us.
September 16, 2025 at 1:58 PM
The Far-right aim to stoke fear & divide our diverse communities by spreading hate but they will fail.
By standing together & celebrating diversity we send a clear message of unity. Leaders must recognise this & use their words, positions & platforms to pull communities together not apart
By standing together & celebrating diversity we send a clear message of unity. Leaders must recognise this & use their words, positions & platforms to pull communities together not apart
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We must unite against those who seek to divide us.
September 15, 2025 at 7:16 PM
We must unite against those who seek to divide us.
This #ESEAHM2025, I had the pleasure of visiting the Philippine Theatre UK group. Through incredibly moving performances, they spoke about trafficking & exploitation but also joy & identity. A wonderful opportunity to celebrate ESEA community & heritage at the #MayorsCommunityWeekend
September 15, 2025 at 5:37 PM
This #ESEAHM2025, I had the pleasure of visiting the Philippine Theatre UK group. Through incredibly moving performances, they spoke about trafficking & exploitation but also joy & identity. A wonderful opportunity to celebrate ESEA community & heritage at the #MayorsCommunityWeekend
I had a wonderful time with South East London Community Energy & Flower & Dean Estate Paracarnival for the #MayorsCommunityWeekend. We celebrated what makes London strong – teamwork, talent, diversity, inclusivity. On a weekend when some came to promote hatred, these orgs promoted community & joy
September 15, 2025 at 5:26 PM
I had a wonderful time with South East London Community Energy & Flower & Dean Estate Paracarnival for the #MayorsCommunityWeekend. We celebrated what makes London strong – teamwork, talent, diversity, inclusivity. On a weekend when some came to promote hatred, these orgs promoted community & joy