Hate Crime – Newham Council

Hate Crime – Newham Council Hate Crime What a hate crime is A hate crime is any incident which the victim, or anyone else, thinks is based on someone’s prejudice towards them, because of their: · race · religion · sexual orientation · transgender identity · Disability. Report Hate Crime and Incidents If you are a victim or witness of a hate crime or incident, it's important to speak up. Hate has no place in our community, and together we can help to stamp it out. Below, you'll find various options to report hate crimes, get advice and receive support from specialist organisations. Report Hate Crime and Incidents leaflet (PDF) In an Emergency If you are in immediate danger, please call 999 for emergency assistance from the police. Report a Hate Crime to the Police If your report is not of urgent nature then you can use the online service through the Metropolitan Police website: Report hate crime | Metropolitan Police Specialist Support and Resources Newham Council is committed to eliminating all forms of hate within our borough. Here are links to specialist organisations where you can report hate crimes, get advice or seek support based on your specific needs: Islamophobia & Anti-Muslim Hate If you have been a victim of anti-Muslim hate, you can report it here: Report Islamophobia to The Islamophobia Response Unit or Submit a Report to TELL MAMA or Submit a Report to the British Muslim Trust Anti-Semitic Hate Incidents If you have experienced or witnessed anti-Semitic behaviour, report it to CST: Report Anti-Semitic Behaviour – CST – Protecting Our Jewish Community LGBT+ Hate For victims of LGBT+ hate, you can make a referral to Galop: Make a referral - Galop the LGBT+ anti-abuse charity - Galop Gypsy, Roma, and Traveller Community If you have experienced racism and are from the Gypsy, Roma, or Traveller community, report it here: Report Racism | Report Racism GRT Disability Hate Crime If you have experienced disability hate, report it here: Report Disability Hate Harmful Online Content To report harmful content online, visit the SWGfL website: Report Harmful Content | SWGfL Anonymous Reporting If you wish to report a hate crime anonymously, you can contact Crimestoppers: Giving information anonymously | Crimestoppers “Together, we can build a safer and more inclusive community. Let's stand against hate in all its forms.” Useful Links Tell Mama UK - Resources Tell Mama UK - Services The Islamophobia Response Unit Galop the LGBT+ Anti-Abuse Charity Hate crime - Citizens Advice Hate crime - Crimestoppers Hate Crime - Victim Support Resources & Support Materials | British Muslim Trust You can contact us by writing to Community Safety Partnership Team London Borough of Newham Newham Dockside 1000 Dockside Road London E16 2QU