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Motion · S5M-24283 · 2 Mar 2021

New Rector of the University of Edinburgh, Debora Kayembe

Lodged by Colin Beattie (Scottish National Party) Standard Motion 20 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament congratulates Debora Kayembe, who is a human rights lawyer and activist from Bonnyrigg, Midlothian, on being elected as the Rector of the University of Edinburgh; understands that Debora is the first black person and the third woman to hold this position, which is elected every three years by the students and staff; recognises that, in the wake of the Black Lives Matter movement, she launched the Freedom Walk campaign, which is a civil rights movement that aims to promote social reforms, racial justice and community harmony in Scotland; acknowledges that Debora has served on the Scottish Refugee Council and is a member of the Royal Society of Edinburgh; understands that in her role as Rector, she plans to focus her agenda on combating racism, promoting diversity and ending inequalities in access to higher education; commends Debora on this achievement, and wishes her all the best in her role as Rector and with her other activities.

Supporters (20)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.