Glasgow and Clyde Rape Crisis (GCRC) has refused a donation from the Scottish Citizen Army, citing concerns that some messaging and comments associated with the campaign group appeared to link sexual violence with immigration status. The Scottish Citizen Army has expressed concerns over high levels of migration and its effect on local services.
In a statement, GCRC stated that it exists to support all women and girls in the Glasgow and Clyde area who have experienced rape or sexual violence. "To maintain the trust of everyone who turns to us, we exercise careful judgment about the fundraising activities, partnerships and public discourse associated with our name," a spokesperson for the GCRC said. The charity emphasized that it does not hold or advocate a position on immigration policy and its sole concern is ensuring that every survivor of sexual violence can access support, irrespective of their nationality, background or immigration status.
The Scottish Citizen Army expressed anger at the decision, calling it "political" and stating they were "disgusted." The group posted on X that GCRC staff had accepted hygiene kits from them, but then rejected further fundraising "purely because of our positions on immigration and community safety." The group denied being "anti-immigration" and criticized the charity for turning away support, especially given reported long waiting lists for survivors.
Approximately £380 was raised through the Scottish Citizen Army's fundraiser. The group has confirmed that Just Giving has been contacted to refund all donations made.