ESSEX Police and Essex Fire and Rescue Service are joining forces with Uttlesford Council to raise awareness and offer support for Hate Crime Awareness Week.
The initiative, running from October 11 to October 18, offers a chance to stand together as a community and say that hate has no place in the district.
Whether they are based on race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity, hate crimes can have a devastating impact on victims.
The council’s community safety team will be at Saffron Walden Market on Tuesday, October 14, and at Dunmow Library on Thursday, October 16, both from 11am to 2pm.
Residents can come along and ask questions, learn more about what constitutes a hate crime, and discover how to report incidents and access support.
Hate crimes differ from other crimes because the perpetrator is motivated by prejudice against the victim’s identity or perceived identity.
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The most common types are physical abuse, verbal assault and incitement to hatred.
You do not need to personally believe an incident is hate-related. It is enough if someone else, like a witness or a police officer, thinks it is.
The council emphasises the importance of reporting both hate crimes and hate incidents to help agencies address and prevent these acts.
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