National Hate Crime Awareness Week is a time to recognise and reflect on the impact of hate crimes, raise awareness about prejudice and discrimination and empower communities to take a stand against all forms of hate. It’s also an important opportunity to educate young people about respect, empathy and inclusion, helping to prevent harm before it starts.

At Steve Biko Housing Association, we believe everyone deserves to feel safe, respected and valued in their community. Hate crime has no place in our neighbourhoods – and we’re committed to taking a stand. That’s why we’re supporting the National Hate Crime Awareness Week 2025 (11th to 18th October).

 What is hate crime?

Hate crime is any criminal offence or incident that is motivated by hostility or prejudice towards a person’s:

• Race or ethnicity

• Religion or belief

• Disability

• Sexual orientation

• Gender identity

 It can take many forms – verbal abuse, threats, vandalism or physical violence – and it affects people deeply.

Together, we can build communities where everyone feels safe and welcome. Hate crime can leave a deep and lasting impact – not just on individuals, but on entire communities. Sadly, we know that many incidents go unreported, meaning some people continue to suffer in silence.

 Steve Biko Housing Association is proud to support the national Hate Crime Awareness Week 2025. It’s an important opportunity to raise awareness, challenge prejudice and encourage people to speak out. Tackling hate crime isn’t something we can do alone—it depends on strong partnerships with the police, local authorities, support organisations, and most importantly, our residents

By standing together, we can confront hate more effectively and help build communities where everyone feels safe, respected and included. Steve Biko Housing Association are signed up to Liverpool Hate Crime Minimum standards in providing support to victims of Hate Crimes.  If you are a victim of hate crime you can report it to the following organisations:

 The Police:  Call 999 now in emergency situations like these General victims of hate crime can call their Local Neighbourhood Police Team on telephone number 101

Stop Hate UK https://www.stophateuk.org/report-hate-crime/merseyside/

Anthony Walker Foundation | Racism & Hate Crime Charity Specialist counselling and support for victims of racial or religious hate crime.

Daisy UK Dedicated support for victims of disability hate crime, from the point of contact through to the end of the judicial system, and a safe space for victims and families to visit

Steve Biko Housing Association Homes  And Communities With out Racism 0151 734 4933 – admin@stevebikoha.org .

Liverpool City Council on 0151 233 3001.