Being Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual or Transgender is not a crime.
November 8th, 2007 —
Kaz
HATE CRIME IS…I came across this website today, the website is funded by the police is designed to provide information about Hate Crime. The police service recognises that hate crime comes in many different forms, this includes Homophobic and Transphobic Hate Crime.The webiste includes information on how to get a self-reporting pack as well as other leaflets, an option to report on-line (which is sadly down at the moment), how to contact your local police force and some useful links to sites such as victim support etc.Some notes:What is Homophobic or Transphobic Bullying?
- being called by name
- being pushed, hassled or threatend
- being beaten up, spat at or kicked
- having your things taken or damaged
- being made fun of or called names
- Homophobia is any abuse because you are or people think you are lesbian, gay or bisexual.
- Transphobia is any abuse because you are or people think you are transgender, transvestite or transsexual.
- Bullying is any action against any person or group, who may be seen as different
If you feel you are in a situation where this is happening to you, then here are some useful numbers
- Childline: 0800 1111
- Victim Support: 0845 30 30 900
- 24hr NSPCC helppline: 0800 800 500
- CrimeStoppers: 0800 555 111
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