National Hate Crime Awareness Week
Come and speak to us at a community event
We are holding events throughout Hate Crime Awareness Week, as we want you to know you are not alone and there is plenty of support available in our borough. We will have stalls in a range of community spaces, with Community Safety and Anti-Social Behaviour teams and local police officers ready to speak to you about your thoughts, concerns and experiences. You will also be able to learn more about what action we are taking, alongside our partners, in order to address hate crime in Newham. Please do join us.
Monday 12 October, 2pm-4pm – Manor Park Library, 685-693 Romford Road, Manor Park, London, E12 5AD
Wednesday 14 October, 10am–11.30am – Shirdi Sai Baba Temple, 298 High Street North, Manor Park, E12 6SA
Wednesday 14 October, 11.30am–1pm - Sri Mahalakshmi Temple, 241 High Street North, Manor Park, E12 6SJ
Friday 16 October, 12pm–2pm – Masjid Tawheed, 236-238 High Street North, Manor Park, E12 6SB
We are also leading on a free online Hate Crime Bystander Awareness training session. It will be delivered by Protection Approaches on Wednesday 28 October, from 6pm-8pm. We are encouraging all Newham residents to attend. Click here to book your free spot.
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
