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Statement on Safety and Security of People in Public Life

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The murder of Ann Widdecombe, former MP and Reform Spokesperson, has shocked the nation. While the full circumstances and motivations behind this targeted attack are not yet known, it is a profound tragedy for her loved ones and those close to her, and it has also reopened the debate about how we can adequately protect those in public life. 

While there have been many important improvements in the last 10 years to the security and other support that is provided to politicians, their families and their staff, we have always been clear that there is more work to be done.

Violence, abuse, intimidation and harassment continues to be a very real threat to elected representatives and others in public life. No one should have to fear for their safety. Any violence or abuse is utterly unacceptable. It endangers people and their families, and it endangers our democratic life.

We welcome the government’s commitment to review the security offered to MPs, as well as former MPs and others in political life. While this review will rightly focus on the physical security of MPs and former MPs, it should also consider the online harms that they face and the impact on families and staff.

We are also clear that more needs to be done to not only respond to, but to prevent abuse, intimidation and violence. Through The Jo Cox Civility Commission, we have continued to call for a range of changes to prevent abuse, including implementing political and media literacy in schools and across society,  making online spaces safe, and for all those in political life to role model respectful behaviour.

By taking a range of actions across different sectors, including implementing preventative measures, we believe that as a society we can turn the tide of abuse, intimidation and violence in public life. Our goal is to ensure that anyone, regardless of their background or political opinion, can feel safe and respected while participating in public life.

Statement on suspected murder of Ann Widdecombe

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We are shocked and saddened about the suspected murder of former MP and Reform Spokesperson, Ann Widdecombe. Our thoughts have been and remain with her family, loved ones and colleagues.

No one in public life should have to fear for their safety. We completely understand the concern and fear that parliamentarians and all of those in political life may be feeling at this time. This will understandably be heightened by both the news that the investigation is now being led by counter terrorism police, and the overall climate of abuse and threats faced by those in public life.

We will continue to follow the advice and information provided by the police while the investigation is ongoing, including about the circumstances and motivations.

What happens when people come together? Two new films offer a hopeful answer

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At a time when it can feel easier to retreat into our differences than reach across them, two new films released as part of this year’s Great Get Together tell a different story.

One takes place in a parliamentary setting. The other on a football pitch in Bristol. Together, they ask a question that sat at the heart of Jo Cox’s politics and continues to shape her legacy: what do we discover when we create space for people who might not otherwise meet?

Created by Lucky Generals in partnership with The Jo Cox Foundation, the films explore connection across differences of faith, politics, background and lived experience — and remind us that we have more in common than that which divides us.

The first film brings together five women serving in public life for a filmed conversation marking ten years since the murder of Jo Cox MP: the Archbishop of Canterbury; Baroness Neuberger, rabbi and crossbench peer; Baroness Uddin, a Muslim community activist and non-affiliated peer; Baroness Gill, a Sikh Labour peer and former MEP; and Baroness Helic, a Conservative peer who now identifies as agnostic.

Coming from different faiths, beliefs and political traditions, they reflect on public service, identity, leadership and belonging. They talk candidly about the scrutiny women in public life face, the responsibilities that come with representing communities, and how to navigate disagreement without losing respect.

The discussion moves from multiple identities and family to belonging, disagreement and what solidarity can look like across difference. As one participant reflects: “I think there are lots of things we would disagree on… but it’s about how we disagree… can we talk to each other afterwards?”

By the end of the conversation, participants describe finding “a kind of sisterhood” – grounded not in sameness, but in shared values, mutual respect and a recognition of common humanity.

Asked what we owe one another, after an in-depth conversation, the answer comes back: “Respect.”

The second film moves from Westminster to Lockleaze Sports Centre in Bristol, where a Great Get Together organised by refugee integration and support organisation ACH brought together communities through football.

Part of Bristol’s British Refugee Festival and supported by The Jo Cox Foundation, the tournament welcomed 20 teams including refugee and migrant teams, grassroots clubs, local community organisations, college teams and neighbourhood groups.

One of the standout moments came when Ambition Lawrence Weston — from an area of Bristol that has experienced tensions around migration and integration — played against a refugee team from ACH.

After racing into a 2–0 lead, Ambition Lawrence Weston saw Team ACH fight back to make it 2–2, scoring a penalty with the final kick of the game. The final whistle brought celebrations from both sides.

Families watched from the stands above the pitch. Players shared free samosas at lunchtime. Later, Ambition Lawrence Weston lifted the tournament trophy to applause from across the competition.

The scenes are joyful — but they also tell us something important.

Connection does not require people to think the same, vote the same or share the same experiences. It starts with showing up, staying in the conversation and finding moments of shared humanity.

That belief sits at the heart of The Great Get Together — the annual celebration inspired by Jo Cox’s belief that we have more in common than that which divides us.

At a moment when division can feel louder than connection, stories like these matter. They remind us that hope is not naïve. It is something people create together.

Watch the films and find out more about taking part in this year’s Great Get Together – marking ten years since Jo Cox MP was murdered.

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The Tenth Anniversary of Jo’s Murder

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Photo of Jo Cox MP

Statement from The Jo Cox Foundation

Ten years ago today, on 16 June 2016, Jo Cox was murdered while on her way to a surgery in her constituency of Batley and Spen. Jo’s murder was an immeasurable tragedy for her family and friends, but also for British democracy. It was an act driven by extremism and division, and a stark reminder of what can happen when it is left to grow.

In the days that followed, we saw an outpouring of love and solidarity both in the UK and around the world. People responded not with fear, but with something Jo believed in deeply: connection. Neighbours came together, differences were set aside, and communities chose unity over division, inspired by the message from Jo’s maiden speech: “We have more in common than that which divides us.”

Ten years on, the absence of that connection has become one of the defining challenges of our time. Loneliness and increasing polarisation leave too many people feeling unseen and unheard, sometimes allowing people to be drawn to the extremes. Yet, we are constantly reminded that hope wins: for every act of division, there are hundreds of acts of connection and community. Over the last decade, Jo’s legacy has inspired millions to bridge divides and connect with one another in ways big and small.

At The Jo Cox Foundation, we share Jo’s belief that politics can be respectful and that connection is built through listening, talking, and treating one another with dignity, even when we disagree. Next weekend (19-21 June), communities will put this into practice, celebrating what unites us at Great Get Togethers across the UK.

The 10th anniversary of Jo’s murder offers a profound moment for us to reflect on her life and the change she made. But this milestone is not just about remembrance – it is a moment of choice and an opportunity to reconnect our communities. Will we turn away from one another, or choose connection? The answer to that question will shape the decade ahead, and we remain entirely committed to choosing connection as we work towards the kinder, fairer, and more tolerant world Jo believed in.

Ten years on, our belief remains unshaken: we have more in common than that which divides us. Join the movement this summer.

Sign up to receive inspiring stories of local unity, updates on our 10-year anniversary events, and simple ways you can get involved.

Take part in The Great Get Together on 19–21 June 2026. It can be as simple as inviting people round, getting together with neighbours, or joining an event near you.

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Make a donation to sustain Jo’s legacy. By donating you’ll be supporting our work to spread Jo’s message that “we have far more in common than that which divides us”.

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Exhibition charts the life and legacy of Jo Cox MP

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Today, an exhibition has opened in Portcullis House in Westminster, charting the life and legacy of Jo Cox MP. This exhibition marks the 10th anniversary of Jo’s murder and runs until Friday 26 June 2026.

For those who are unable to see it in person, you can see it in the images below.

Video: local football teams play against a team of refugees

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Ten years since the murder of Jo Cox, local football teams in Bristol have played against a team of refugees, showing that they have more in common than that which divides them.

Our new video, filmed earlier this month, is a powerful example of how connection can be found in unexpected places. How when we put aside our differences and find common ground, we learn that we truly do have far more in common than that which divides us.

How connected are our British communities in 2026?

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Our new research with More in Common, Time Well Shared, explored what local community and connection mean across generations, ten years on since Jo Cox’s murder. 

While community connection might have declined, demand for it has not

While many feel that their communities have become more divided and that their own ties to their neighbours have weakened, a third (33 per cent) still want to improve their community connections. 

Older people are less likely to feel lonely than younger people

Social connection is higher and loneliness lower among the oldest age groups. While simple “over-the-fence” chats are the way a majority of Britons feel most connected to their area, older generations are far more likely to utilise these local ties and feel able to turn to their neighbours for help.

Anxiety and digital fatigue are personal barriers for young people

38 per cent of 18-24 year olds cite anxiety or a lack of confidence as a barrier to community connection, versus just 6 per cent of over-75s. Young people describe feeling less locally rooted, and digital spaces aren’t fixing it: 62 per cent of Britons say online interaction is fundamentally less meaningful than in-person connection, compared to just 7 per cent who prefer digital.

Financial hardship is a structural barrier to community connection

While 59 per cent of those who are financially comfortable feel connected to their community, that falls to just 26 per cent among those unable to afford basic essentials—with nearly one in five citing cost as a direct barrier to taking part.

Mutual respect is the key to good connection across generations

Across generations, people acknowledged their differences but didn’t think it should get in the way of engaging with one another. Respect is the deciding factor: young people want to be treated without suspicion, while older people want politeness and in-person interaction.

Community connection is often built on simple “micro-moments”

Feeling connected to your local area doesn’t require massive lifestyle shifts. Our data shows that community is forged in the small, everyday interactions – stopping for a brief chat on the street, giving directions to a stranger, or feeding a neighbour’s pet while they are away.

Conclusion: The path forward

Our research with More in Common UK confirms a powerful truth: despite a decade of growing division, the British public’s appetite for community has not diminished. The desire to connect is fiercely alive, but millions are being locked out by financial, generational, and psychological barriers.

Social connection is not a “nice-to-have” – it is the literal bedrock of a safe, resilient, and cohesive society. To honour Jo Cox’s legacy, we must actively build bridges. Moving forward, The Jo Cox Foundation is using these insights to sharpen our mission across four vital pillars:

1. Bringing communities together, in person

The most meaningful connection happens in our streets, parks, and neighbourhoods and through in-person initiatives like The Great Get Together.

2. Encouraging respect and bridging difference

With political polarisation particularly acute, we must cultivate mutual respect where people are encouraged to have constructive conversations across disagreements – trading suspicion for actual dialogue and living Jo’s message that “we have far more in common than that which divides us”. 

3. Supporting grassroots, community-led action

Because loneliness and disconnection are heavily driven by barriers like poverty and anxiety, the solutions must be accessible to everyone – not just the financially comfortable. We are committed to supporting community-led action in an assets-based approach so everyone has the opportunity to belong.

4. Removing barriers to connection through advocacy

We will continue to advocate for policy and practice changes that remove barriers to connection and make belonging possible. This includes advancing our Call to Action on loneliness and ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to connect, participate and belong.

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The Jo I Knew: Why Her Message Matters More Than Ever

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By Nisha Jani
Nisha is a member of the Board of Trustees of The Jo Cox Foundation. Her life was immeasurably improved when she made friends with Jo Leadbeater (before she was Cox!) at university and as a Trustee she aims to carry on the work Jo cared about.

When I think back to my time at university, the memories are often a blur of late-night socialising essay writing and the overwhelming mission of trying to find my place in the world as a young mixed-race lesbian. I am still very proud of getting my degree, especially while challenged by feeling like an outsider in the world of tradition and privilege that both Jo and I encountered while at Cambridge.

These memories are tempered by the warmth of many important friendships made which I still hold dear today. My cherished friendship with Jo Leadbeater is all the more poignant and powerful now for the fact that it has been cut short. 

Before she was Jo Cox MP – the tireless campaigner and humanitarian the world came to know – she was simply Jo, my friend.

Photograph of Nisha Jani and Jo Cox. Nisha has her arm around Jo. They are both looking towards the camera and smiling broadly.

A Friendship that Started at University 

I first met Jo when she won a best sandwich competition that I hosted and judged (there is a photo but she’d be annoyed if I shared it). We were specially introduced as our mutual friend thought that fabulous women should know each other, and we quickly bonded over our complex Cambridge experiences. She was excited to be off to Indonesia to volunteer at an Orangutan sanctuary and then to start working in politics in London. 

On meeting her for the first time, I was immediately struck by Jo’s personal energy and massive ‘twinkle’ power – she was like a dynamo of bubbly magnetism – as well as her sense of fun, and love for and interest in others. She also had a sense of purpose and drive that was impressive in someone so young. She struck me as someone I definitely wanted as a mate, and we started a friendship we would both come to value through our lives.

Carrying the Torch

When Jo was murdered, the world lost an inspirational leader, but I lost a dear friend. I don’t get to have Jo in my life anymore, as I imagined I would, to celebrate birthdays and anniversaries and spend random Thursday nights together. But I do have The Jo Cox Foundation and my role as a Trustee through which to continue Jo’s legacy.

Jo and I shared a fundamental belief in the power of kindness and care in human relationships which I have been worried and dismayed to find in increasingly short supply since her murder nearly a decade ago. 

It was an honour to become a Trustee of the Foundation in 2022, and to play my part in continuing the work that Jo cared about so deeply. Whether we are nurturing stronger communities or advocating for more respectful politics, I am constantly guided by Jo’s friendly and calming reminder: “We are far more united and have far more in common than that which divides us.”

Ten Years On: The Power of ‘More In Common’

As we mark ten years since Jo was murdered, the weight of her absence is still felt by everyone who knew her. However, the legacy she left behind has never felt more alive, or relevant.

Our new short film reflects on Jo’s legacy and the incredible impact the Great Get Together has had over the last decade. It’s a tribute to the street parties, the shared cuppas, and the thousands of conversations that have proven, time and again, that we really do have More in Common.

Join Us for the 2026 Great Get Together

The Great Get Together captures Jo’s spirit perfectly. It isn’t about remembering how she died; it’s about celebrating how she lived by bringing people together who might otherwise never meet.

As a Trustee, my goal is to ensure that Jo’s message and values continue to spark real change. There is no better way to do that than by participating in the Great Get Together. 

In 2026, we want to make the Great Get Together bigger and more inclusive than ever. Whether it’s a street party, a shared lunch, or playing sports together, these moments of connection are the best possible tribute to Jo’s life.

Will you join us by organising a Get Together this year?

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Jo would have been delighted and super-proud to see so many people continuing to come together to choose tolerance, respect and care for others and were she with us still, she would be joining in with her usual gusto and helping hand round the tea and biscuits!

I feel that her spirit strongly inspires me and, potentially, all of us to focus on our common humanity and contribute more energy to connection and love, despite the challenging times we currently face. It means a huge amount to all who loved her to see people across the country coming together in Jo’s name. Thank you for being part of it.

Organise a Great Get Together this June, and help us make this 10th anniversary the most connected year yet

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Ten years ago, Jo Cox MP’s murder shocked and devastated the nation. But in the difficult days that followed, people responded with something Jo believed in deeply: connection. Neighbours came together. Differences were set aside. Communities united.

In the years since, millions of people have carried that spirit forward, and this June we’re once again inviting you to host an event in your local area. From 19–21 June 2026, the Great Get Together will see events – big and small – take place in every corner of the country. 

Whether you choose to organise a community-wide street party or a simple neighborhood cuppa, your event is a vital step towards a stronger, more connected future. If, like us, you believe we have more in common than that which divides us, then organise your own Great Get Together this June and help make this 10th anniversary the most connected year yet.

Register your interest in organising a Great Get Together

Register your interest now to receive your physical resource pack

The registration form for this year’s Great Get Together is now live!

This year we’re excited to have an option to choose either a digital or physical resource pack, thanks to the generosity of those who supported our Great Get Together crowdfunding campaign.

Register now if you would like to receive a physical resource pack, containing:

  • Bunting (first 250 packs only)
  • Balloons
  • Stickers
  • Posters and postcards
Register your interest in organising a Great Get Together

£5,000 mini-grant pot available for organisers

We know that, for some people, cost can be a barrier to organising a Great Get Together. This year, thanks to the support of GoFundMe, we’re pleased to be able to offer a mini-grant fund for the first time.

We have £5,000 to give away to cover costs like hiring a space, providing refreshments or buying decorations. These grants of up to £100 will be available on a first come first served basis and, as the number of mini-grants available will be limited, we ask organisers to only apply if they would struggle to organise a Great Get Together without receiving a mini-grant.

Register now for the Great Get Together to receive more information about our mini-grants, including how to apply.

Register your interest in organising a Great Get Together

Let’s make this the biggest and best year yet

Even if you can’t organise your own Great Get Together this year, you can still support the campaign.

One easy way to support this year’s Great Get Together is by spreading the word on social media. You can share our posts on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter/X.

And if you’re feeling generous, you can donate to support our work to build stronger communities, including the Great Get Together. With your support, you can help us  show that we have more in common than that which divides us.

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Press Release: Ten years since Jo Cox’s murder, her Foundation invite communities to join the tenth Great Get Together 

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To mark the 10th anniversary of a movement that transformed tragedy into action and brought people together across the country, The Jo Cox Foundation has today launched the tenth Great Get Together that will take place from 19–21 June 2026.

Ten years ago, the murder of Jo Cox MP shocked and devastated the nation. But in the difficult days that followed, people responded with something Jo believed in deeply: connection. Neighbours came together. Differences were set aside. Communities united and have shared a Great Get Together every year since.

Sister of Jo Cox, Kim Leadbeater MP MBE:

“I find it incredibly hard to believe that it has been 10 years since my sister was murdered. We, as a family, miss Jo’s energy and enthusiasm – and always will – and as a country her compassion and strength of her conviction that we are far more united and have far more in common than that which divides us, are needed more than ever in today’s world. For a decade the Great Get Together has demonstrated the importance of Jo’s values and shown how we can put them into practice in our daily lives.”

Baroness Jan Royall, Chair of The Jo Cox Foundation, said:

“That initial response to Jo’s muder revealed something she lived by and fought for every day: that we are stronger when we come together and that we have far more in common than that which divides us. For Jo, connection wasn’t abstract – it was built through listening, talking, and treating one another with respect, even when we disagreed.”

In the years since, millions of people have carried that spirit forward. The annual Great Get Together is now a national tradition of street parties, community picnics, runs, coffee mornings and simple acts of togetherness. National polls estimate that more than 17 million people across the UK have taken part in Great Get Together events over the last decade.

Evidence from The Jo Cox Foundation shows these events help people feel more connected, increase belonging, reduce loneliness, and strengthen communities.

Olivia Field, Chief Executive at The Jo Cox Foundation, said:

“This anniversary is a moment of remembrance, but also one of incredible possibility. Over the last decade, we have seen that connection is a choice – and it’s a choice that people across the UK are making every single day. By acting on Jo’s belief that we have more in common than that which divides us, we can shape a more hopeful, connected future together. This year’s Great Get Together is one way to demonstrate that.”

This June, the public is invited to host an event in their local area. From 19–21 June 2026, the Great Get Together will once again see events – big and small – take place in every corner of the country. 

Whether you choose to organise a community-wide street party or a simple neighborhood cuppa, your event is a vital step towards a stronger, more connected future. The Foundation is calling on anyone who believes we have more in common than that which divides us to take part and help make this 10th anniversary the most connected year yet.

Laura Henderson, More in Common Llantwit, a long standing Great Get Together organiser added:

“Being part of the Great Get Together over the past 10 years has inspired so much of what we do locally — from hundreds of events including town trails, poetry workshops, and family picnics, to ongoing programmes that regularly bring people together, like weekly café meet-ups and our Community Cinema.

These events create spaces where people can connect, share, and feel supported. The spirit of the Great Get Together lives on, carrying on well beyond each gathering in the way people keep coming together, helping each other, and staying connected”

The Jo Cox Foundation has released a free 10th Anniversary Toolkit to help anyone organise an event. To get involved, visit: www.greatgettogether.org

To help mark the 10th anniversary as the most inclusive Great Get Together yet, The Jo Cox Foundation will also distribute £5,000 of micro-grants to community organisers across the UK, thanks to the support of GoFundMe. The grants will help cover practical costs such as venue hire, food and equipment, helping to ensure that those who might otherwise be unable to afford to host an event can take part.

John Coventry, Senior Vice President at GoFundMe, said: 

“GoFundMe’s partnership with The Great Get Together reflects our shared commitment to Jo Cox’s belief in the power of connection, continuing her legacy and bringing communities together when they need it most.”

Leading voices on loneliness join The Jo Cox Foundation board as 10-Year anniversary of Jo’s murder approaches

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The Jo Cox Foundation is delighted to announce the appointment of two new members to its Board of Trustees: Dame Tracey Crouch DBE and Seema Kennedy OBE, both former Conservative Members of Parliament who played a significant role in placing loneliness on the national agenda. The appointments come as the Foundation prepares to mark 10 years since the murder of Jo Cox MP in June, by advancing issues she was passionate about – including tackling loneliness. 

Before her murder in 2016, Jo established the cross-party Commission on Loneliness with Seema Kennedy OBE, in order to shine a spotlight on the millions of people feeling lonely in our communities and the devastating impact that is having on our country’s health, wellbeing and productivity. Jo’s passion for addressing loneliness came from her own experiences of loneliness at university and from listening to the voices of her constituents on the doorsteps of Batley & Spen. 

Seema Kennedy OBE continued her work as co-chair of the Jo Cox Commission on Loneliness after Jo’s murder, leading to the creation of  the UK Government’s first national loneliness strategy and the world’s first Minister for Loneliness, Dame Tracey Crouch DBE. 

Dame Tracey Crouch DBE said:

“I always felt it a real privilege to have been the first loneliness minister and while I was appointed to do a job, I got so much out of it personally.  By joining the Jo Cox Foundation board, I feel like I get to give something back and help continue to the conversation on loneliness at a time when we need action more than ever”

Seema Kennedy OBE said:

“It is an honour to join the Board of The Jo Cox Foundation as we approach the tenth anniversary of Jo’s death. Jo was not only a colleague but a powerful champion for those experiencing loneliness, and I was proud to work alongside her in establishing the Commission on Loneliness to bring this issue into the national conversation. While important progress has been made, loneliness continues to affect millions of people across our communities. I look forward to supporting the Foundation’s work to carry forward Jo’s legacy and to ensure that connection, compassion and community remain at the heart of public life.”

Sister of Jo Cox, Kim Leadbeater MP MBE:

“I am delighted to welcome Tracey and Seema to the board of the Jo Cox Foundation. It has been a pleasure and a privilege to work with them over the years on a range of issues. I know they will bring an enormous amount of experience and expertise to the work of Jo’s foundation, building on the cross-party work on loneliness they both dedicated huge amounts of time to following Jo’s murder.”

Baroness Jan Royall, Chair of The Jo Cox Foundation, said:

“As we approach the ten-year anniversary of Jo’s murder, re-energising the loneliness agenda is a powerful way we can honour her legacy. Jo believed deeply that we have more in common than that which divides us, and she brought people together across political and community lines to confront loneliness head-on. A decade on, our responsibility is not simply to remember her vision, but to carry it forward.”

Olivia Field, Chief Executive at The Jo Cox Foundation, said:

“I am particularly moved to see some of the original players—those who were instrumental in securing the world’s first loneliness strategy and the first Minister herself—coming back together through The Jo Cox Foundation. Their expertise, combined with this renewed momentum, is exactly what the country needs right now to ensure no one feels they have to face life alone. When we feel connected, we’re healthier, we’re happier, and we’re better able to contribute to the world around us.”

We Need the Great Get Together More Than Ever

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By Baroness Jan Royall, Chair of Trustees

I’m honoured to have recently joined The Jo Cox Foundation as Chair – and I do so at a time when Jo’s message feels more urgent than ever.

That’s why I’m delighted that we’ve already raised over £15,000 of the £20,000 target for our crowdfunding campaign for next year’s Great Get Together.

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Across the UK, we’re seeing deepening divisions. Political polarisation, rising hate crime, and growing social isolation are leaving many people feeling disconnected and disillusioned. The headlines reflect it, and so do our everyday lives – from the tensions in our communities to loneliness behind closed doors.

But amid this, there is hope.

Jo believe that we have more in common than that which divides us. That belief is at the heart of the Great Get Together – a weekend where people come together to share food, stories, and laughter. It’s a celebration of community, compassion, and connection, and a powerful antidote to the forces pulling us apart.

This year’s Great Get Together showed just how much it matters. From refugee-led cooking events in Epsom to interfaith gatherings in Belfast, thousands of people came together across divides. They built trust, formed friendships, and reminded each other that kindness still matters.

As someone who has spent my life in public service, I know how vital it is to strengthen the bonds between us – especially in difficult times. That’s why I’m passionate about the work of The Jo Cox Foundation. Because it doesn’t just honour Jo’s legacy – it builds on it, creating real change in communities across the country.

Next year’s Great Get Together will be especially significant. From 19-21 June 2026, we’ll mark ten years since Jo was murdered. It will be a poignant moment to reflect, to unite, and to show that her message lives on.

Thanks to our supporters we’ve already raised over £15,000 to help fund community-led events across the UK, support local organisers, and provide the resources needed to ensure people from all backgrounds can take part.

Please help us reach our £20,000 goal.

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If you’ve already donated, thank you so much. Your support is making a real difference. And if you’re able, sharing the campaign with your friends, family, and networks is another powerful way to help.

Please donate today and help me ensure that Jo’s message – that we have more in common than that which divides us – continues to unite communities across the UK.

Together, we can make the 10th anniversary of the Great Get Together a moment of real, lasting impact.

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The GREAT Get Together 19 – 21 JUNE 2026 The Great Get Together is the UK’s annual celebration of everything that connects  our communities, inspired by Jo Cox’s belief that…

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