The Movement for Justice and Reconciliation (MJR) aims to increase our understanding of how modern society has been affected by the legacy of oppression left by colonial slavery and industrial exploitation.

The legacy of colonial slavery...

How can something that was ended in the nineteenth century still leave a footprint on the soul of modern society?

...and industrial exploitation

The Industrial Revolution was built on the labour of slaves overseas and the working classes at home: a shared legacy?

The vision, ethos and work of MJR

Naming the engrained attitudes underlying inequality of privilege and opportunity; recognising our shared humanity.

Daily indignities, unearned power

Stories. A white middle-aged couple set off a shop alarm. Security stops the young black man just behind them...