We are taking a stand against hate. The goal of this year’s National Hate Crime Awareness Week (12th – 19th October 2024) is to raise awareness of hate crime, encourage victims to report it, and promote solidarity and understanding among communities.
Find out more about Hate Crime Awareness Week at https://nationalhcaw.uk/ There are lots of events happening throughout the week - check out the table below to find out more.
Louise Shackcloth, Community Safety Manager said: "Hate crime can have a devastating impact on victims and their families. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment for all of our communities, regardless of race, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristic.
"We encourage our residents to report hate crime, whether they are the victim or a witness. If you have been affected by hate crime, please know that you are not alone - there is support out there.”
#WeStandTogether, #NoPlaceForHate #SafePlaceForAll #NationalHCAW
What is hate crime?
"Any criminal offence which is perceived by the victim or any other person, to be motivated by hostility or prejudice based on a personal characteristic"
The 9 characteristics of hate crime:
- Age
- Disability
- Gender reassignment
- Marriage and civil partnership
- Pregnancy and maternity
- Race
- Religion or belief
- Sex
- Sexual orientation
Examples of hate crime include:
- Threats of violence
- Verbal or physical abuse
- Racial abuse
- Bullying behaviour
- Ridiculing cultural differences
- Offensive graffiti and fly posting or property damage
Reporting a hate crime
MSV is officially a national hate crime reporting centre, working with Greater Manchester Police to provide free help and support on reporting a hate crime in your area.
Call MSV's Community Safety Team 24 hours a day for confidential help and support on 0161 226 4211 or email staysafe@msvhousing.co.uk
You can also report any form of hate crime anonymously through:
Crimestoppers - 0800 555 111
Police non-emergency reporting number -101
True Vision – a national website set up by the government for people to report hate crime online. Find it here.
In an emergency, call 999
Events in Greater Manchester this month:
Date |
Organisation |
Activity |
Address |
Contact details |
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4th October 2024 |
Europia |
This event will be a workshop for the community. Their main activities address through artistic activities:
|
Longsight Community Art Space, 89 Northmoor Rd, Longsight, Manchester M12 4PF |
Telephone: 03333 058 570 Email: support@europia.org.uk
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8th & 14th October (stalls) 17th October (workshop)
|
Future Directions CIC |
People with learning disabilities with lived experience of hate crime will:
|
Wythenshawe Forum, Simonsway, Wythenshawe, Manchester, M22 5RX |
Telephone: 0161 769 9000 Email: info@sasca.org.uk |
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17thOctober 2024 |
Manchester Cathedral Challenging Hate Forum |
Collaborating with The Well Project, Manchester Cathedral will:
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Manchester Cathedral, Victoria Street, M3 1SX |
Telephone: 0161 833 2220 Email: info@manchestercathedral.org |
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18thOctober 2024 |
Somali Adult Social Care Agency (SASCA) |
This event will have guest speakers educating the community on hate crime and how to report it. Also raising awareness on their Third-Party Reporting Centre status. |
SASCA, 153b Princess Road, Moss Side, Manchester, M14 4RE |
Telephone: 0161 227 7966 Email: info@sasca.org.uk |
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19thOctober 2024 |
Caritas Diocese of Salford |
This event celebrates disability and looks challenging stereotypes with faith and disability. Participant can enjoy a:
There will also be performances of dance and singing and food celebrating diversity. |
Sacred Heart Community Centre, Gorton, M18 7WJ |
Telephone: 0161 817 2250 |
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23rdOctober 2024 |
LGBT Foundation |
The event will be held at our community centre, a space where people already feel comfortable and safe to attend, and will be delivered by our Community Safety Lead and supported by our Village Angel volunteers Will deliver a workshop and event focussing on:
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LGBT Foundation, 2nd Floor, 72 Sackville Street, Manchester, M1 3NJ |
Telephone: 0345 3 30 30 30 Email: info@sasca.org.uk |
