California residents can visit CAvsHate.org or call 833-8-NO-HATE to report acts of hate and receive assistance in more than 200 languages
Amid ongoing reports of increased hate activity, the California Civil Rights Department (CRD) highlighted new informational materials to help connect Californians with support through California vs Hate, the state’s anti-hate hotline and resource network. CA vs Hate provides a safe, anonymous option for victims and witnesses of hate to report and get assistance, including access to mental health, financial, and legal services. As part of CRD’s ongoing efforts to reach historically underserved communities, many of the materials shared are now available in more than 20 languages, including new translations into Arabic and Hebrew.
“Hate does not belong in California,” said Governor Gavin Newsom. “By expanding resources and tools, the California Civil Rights Department is making our communities safer and promoting healing. Report and find assistance using these resources today.”
“California is leading the nation in our efforts to combat hate,” said CRD Director Kevin Kish. “Whether it’s at a place of worship, in a classroom, or anywhere else, there is no place for hate in our state. I encourage everyone to take advantage of California vs Hate to report and get support. Together, we can help ensure all of California’s communities get the assistance and healing they need.”
Officially unveiled last year by Governor Newsom, CA vs Hate is in direct response to the rise in reported hate crimes in California, which, in recent years, have reached their highest levels since 2001 — jumping more than 20% from 2021 to 2022. In addition, CA vs Hate has seen an increase in preliminary reports of hate in the three months following the start of the conflict in the Middle East as compared to the…
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