We All Belong-Powered by Austin Against Hate

We All Belong Powered by Austin Against Hate Welcome Hello! Thank you for visiting the Austin Against Hate Initiative information hub, we’re glad you’re here. In Austin, we all belong in this welcoming community, firmly rooted against hate in all forms. This site offers information and resources that empower you to: Take action to report acts of hate, explore Austin police data to better to understand the scope of and bias motivating the crimes being reported, dive into community survey data to see how Austinites feel about the threat of hate crimes happening in our neighborhoods , connect with community partners committed to ending hate and bias, and learn how you can participate in "We All Belong-powered by Austin Against Hate" events. Austin’s Community Commitment The city continues to show its resolve to end hate, bias, intolerance, and discrimination in Austin with several actions including: Adopting City Council Anti-Hate Resolutions in 2016, 2020, February 2021 and November 2021 Creating the Equity and Civil Rights offices Becoming a convening member of Austin-Travis County Hate Crimes Task Force Increasing transparency with online APD Hate Crime report data Making it easier to file a crime or incident report( non-emergency) directly with APD online Providing education on hate crimes/incidents on the Understanding Hate Crimes Web page Get Informed What are Hate Crimes and Hate Incidents? You may hear the words Hate Crimes and Hate Incidents used interchangeably. However, there is a difference between the two, especially when it comes to the law. A Hate Crime is a criminal* act committed against a person or person’s property that is motivated by bias against a person’s or group’s race, color, disability, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, gender, sexual preference, gender identity and expression, or status as a peace officer or judge. A Hate Incident is an act motivated by bias that may not rise to the level of a criminal act. * It is important to note that Texas does not have a separate hate crime offense. Instead, the Texas Hate Crimes Act allows for the enhancement of the punishment for certain crimes. For a deeper dive on the definition of hate crimes and incidents, what is law in Texas, and what happens when you file a report visit the Austin Police Department’s Understanding Hate Crimes web page Diverse group of people standing at brick wall Join us for a Community Celebration at City Hall. Click this image to RSVP! Party at the People's House Event graphic Building Community and Stronger Bonds Against Hate A Party with a Purpose Join us at Austin City Hall on August 12, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. for the The Party at the People's House. The free event, featuring  local creative artists, entertainers, food trucks, community organizations and  City of Austin Departments, will be a celebration of belonging and the eclectic mix of cultures that make Austin such a weird and wonderful place to live. The event is just one way we are creating community to help combat hate in Austin. Tickets for free food tastings will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Thinking about attending? Click here to RSVP right now. Take Action Report a Hate Crime or Hate Incident The City of Austin takes reports of hate crimes and incidents seriously. If you see or experience an act of hate it’s important to report it as quickly as possible. If there is a crime in progress or an immediate threat, call 911. If the crime or incident has already occurred and there is no immediate danger, the fastest way to report it is to use the Austin Police Department (APD) using iReport online report tool Your information goes directly to APD and is immediately assigned a case an official police report number. You can use that number to check the status of your report. If you want to give a report over the phone, call 3-1-1. The call-taker will send the information you share to APD. An officer will contact you to gather additional information to file a police report. Be sure to provide a call-back number where you can be easily reached. If you are unsure if you should file a report, have questions, comments, concerns, or are looking for an update on a case, you can email APDHateCrimes@austintexas.gov. While not all hate incidents rise to the level of a crime, they are all unacceptable and should be reported. Incidents such as verbal taunts, bullying, hate propaganda and non-physical harassment can be reported at ADL.org. ADL responds to these incidents by providing support, guidance and resources to individuals, schools, employers and organizations to ensure a safer, more inclusive community for all. Tracking Hate and Bias in Austin: What our data is telling us Two key data sources offer insight on the type and number of hate crimes being reported in Austin and the community’s overall sense of safety and trust. Those sources are APD police reports and a community survey that provides results based on responses from a statistically valid cross-section of respondents that reflect Austin’s demographics. Addressing Hate Crimes in Austin Storymap Get Involved Dismantling hate and bias in the community is a team effort. Check out resources from the City of Austin and community partners to learn more and find ways to help. ADL Austin  |   ATXKind  |   Austin Area Urban League  |   City of Austin Equity Office  |   City of Austin Office of Civil Rights  |   NAACP-Austin Spread the word: Show your support for the We All Belong Initiative. Spread the word with ready to post and customizable graphics for sharing on your favorite social channels. Click on the languages below to explore digital toolkits available for download. English | Español  |  Tiếng Việt  |   中文 (简体)   |   한국어  |  ဗမာ (မြန်မာ)  |    العربية  |  Français  |  हिन्दी  |  پښتو Get information or assistance Give feedback on our website Public Records City Council Message Board Visit Austin City Directory Legal Notices Privacy Policy

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