Who we are
Welcome to the North Kirklees Community Action Group (NKCAG). We are a local grassroot community action group in North Kirklees. Our mission is to bring about sustainable positive change by reimagining and renewing our approach to politics. The North Kirklees Community Action Group (NKCAG) is a local community initiative established in December 2023 offering an alternative approach to governance that prioritises transparency, inclusivity and community-driven decision making. We are not a political party however will be influencing and supporting with the selection of candidates for both the upcoming general election this year and local authority council elections.
NKCAG was created in response to the abject failure of the mainstream political parties to address the horrific and indiscriminate killing of innocent men, women and children in Palestine by the state of Israel. Earlier this year, the International Court of Justice found ‘that there is a real and imminent risk that irreparable prejudice’ will be caused to the rights of Palestinians in Gaza under the genocide convention, paving the way for likely future legal proceedings against Israel and its supporters.
As of 30thJanuary 2024, the World Health Organisation estimates:
Only 17% of primary health care facilities are functional and it is truly heartbreaking to read accounts of child amputations without the use of anaesthetics. Israeli action has caused a dismantling of the health system, there is no medical evacuation process, there are routine outbreaks of infectious diseases and we are now witnessing acute malnutrition and extreme levels of food insecurity due to insufficient humanitarian access.
How we will work
We have formed a Steering Group drawing on expertise, experience and professionalism from a wide cross-section of the North Kirklees region. We are determined to send a definitive and clear message to Parliament with the assessment, selection and election of an independent MP in the Dewsbury and Batley (UK Parliament constituency) and independent Local Councillors for Dewsbury, Batley, Heckmondwike and Ravensthorpe (wards) chosen within the community by the community who will work for the community.
Our values
Transparency and accountability:
Community Inclusivity:
Addressing Disillusionment:
Local Empowerment:
Environmental and Social Responsibility:
Get Involved
North Kirklees Community Action Group is committed to addressing global, national and local policy concerns and working collaboratively with the community to create a political environment that truly serves the people. Together, we can bring about positive change and build a stronger, more inclusive future for our locality. If you believe you have what it takes to be considered as an Independent Member of Parliament or Independent Councillor, then we want to hear from you and support you through an independent, robust and inclusive assessment and selection process. Register your interest here.
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