Tracey Abrahams was born in London and grew up with her five siblings in a multi-ethnic, multi-faith neighbourhood on a council estate. Her mother, of English, Ashkenazi Jewish, and Irish Traveller heritage, and her stepfather, who is Jamaican, introduced her to socialist and revolutionary politics from a young age. Despite the diversity of her community, Tracey experienced racism firsthand, often facing verbal abuse and physical confrontations.
At 18, Tracey became a trade unionist, driven by a lifelong commitment to standing up against injustice. She later joined the Anti-Nazi League, motivated by the rise of racist attacks and the election of a BNP councillor in her area.
After moving to Birmingham, Tracey became increasingly active in the trade union movement, advocating against racism, oppression, and fascism. She draws inspiration from Birmingham’s diverse communities, which remind her of her childhood environment.
Throughout her life, Tracey has remained dedicated to unity and collective action, determined to be remembered as someone who refused to be silenced in the fight for equality and justice.
When asked about her activism, Tracy says:
“I will always stand up to racism, oppression and discrimination in unity with all those fighting back. Unity is our strength, and I hope that one day I will be remembered as someone who refused to be silenced.”
