Monday 12 to Friday 16 October 2026 marks Hate Crime Awareness Week, a national week of action that encourages organisations and communities to work together to tackle hate crime and help people feel more confident about reporting it.
It aims to help:
- raise awareness of hate crime and hate incidents
- build trust in support services
- increase confidence in reporting hate crime
- promote the support available for victims across York and North Yorkshire
What is a hate crime?
A hate crime is any criminal offence that is perceived, by the victim or anyone else, to be motivated by hostility or prejudice based on race, religion, sexual orientation, disability or gender identity.
A hate crime is any criminal offence that is perceived, by the victim or anyone else, to be motivated by hostility or prejudice based on race, religion, sexual orientation, disability or gender identity.
How can I get involved?
Partners across York and North Yorkshire are hosting a range of free webinars and events. Colleagues are encouraged to take part in any sessions that are relevant to their role or interests.
Webinars
View the full webinar programme and book your place using the links below.
| Webinar | Date | Time | Lead | Link to book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hate crime awareness in a youth work setting | Monday 12 October | 3.30pm to 4.30pm | Clare Yates, North Yorkshire Youth | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/hate-crime-awareness-in-a-youth-work-setting-tickets-1999090457372?aff=odcleoeventsincollection |
| Anti-racism in the sports environment | Monday 12 October | 6.30pm to 8.00pm | Laura Harris, North Yorkshire Sport | Anti-racism in the sports environment Tickets, Monday, October 12 • 6:30 PM – 8 PM GMT+1 | Eventbrite |
| Misogyny, sexism and violence against women and girls | Tuesday 13 October | Midday to 1pm | Carmel Offord, IDAS | Misogyny, sexism and violence against women and girls Tickets, Tuesday 13 October • 12 PM – 1 PM GMT+1 | Eventbrite |
| Far right ideology in young people | Tuesday 13 October | 3.30pm to 4.30pm | Clare Yates, North Yorkshire Youth | Far Right Ideology in young people Tickets, Tuesday 13 October • 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM GMT+1 | Eventbrite |
| Those harmed by Hate Crime: Do they seek help? | Wednesday 14 October | 3.30pm to 4.30pm | Nathalie Noret, Senior Lecturer, Psychology in Education, University of York | Those harmed by Hate Crime: Do they seek help? Tickets, Wednesday 14 October • 12 PM – 1 PM GMT+1 | Eventbrite |
| Basic Awareness of Misogyny in a youth work setting | Wednesday 14 October | 3.30pm to 4.30pm | Clare Yates, North Yorkshire Youth | Basic Awareness of Misogyny in a youth work setting Tickets, Wednesday 14 October • 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM GMT+1 | Eventbrite |
| Antisemitism and Extremism in 2026 | Thursday 15 October | 10.30am to midday | Alex Webster, Community Security Trust | Antisemitism and Extremism in 2025/26 Tickets, Thursday 15 October • 10:30 AM – 12 PM GMT+1 | Eventbrite |
| Navigating Protected Characteristics | Thursday 15 October | 3pm to 4.30pm | Chris Hailey-Norris, CEO Up for Yorkshire | Navigating Protected Characteristics Webinar Tickets, Thursday 15 October • 3 PM – 4:30 PM GMT+1 | Eventbrite |
| Basic Introduction to Incel Subculture in a youth work setting | Thursday 15 October | 3.30pm to 4.30pm | Clare Yates, North Yorkshire Youth | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/basic-introduction-to-incel-subculture-in-a-youth-work-setting-tickets-1999092953839?aff=odcleoeventsincollection |
In person events
View the full programme of in person multiagency events.
| Event | Date | Time | Lead | Link to book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MENCAP annual community engagement event in Northallerton Town Hall, DL7 8QR | Monday 12 October | 10am to 1pm | MENCAP | Drop in |
| HCAW Community Partnership Day Hosted in the dining room at the York St John, Lord Mayors Walk Campus, YO31 7EX. Stalls from local community partners will be available for students to browse and engage with. | Tuesday 13 October | 10am to 3pm | Matilda Fallows MBACP – Welfare Advisor and Sexual Liaison Officer YSJ University | Drop in |
| Hate Crime Multi-Agency Workshop with Restorative Solutions and the Neighbourhood Policing Team – Mercury House, Station Rd, Richmond, DL10 4JX | Wednesday 14 October | 2pm to 4pm | Richmondshire Community Safety Hub & Restorative Solutions | Contact: jo.Butler@northyorks.gov.uk |
Community engagement events
Community Safety Hub and Neighbourhood Policing Team colleagues will be out and about talking to North Yorkshire residents at number of public drop in events. Please come along and meet the team.
| Date | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday 13 October | 10am to midday | Lidl, Malton, YO17 9DP |
| Tuesday 13 October | 10.30am to midday | Salvation Army Citadel, Alma Parade, Scarborough, YO11 1SJ |
| Wednesday 14 October | 1pm to 3pm | Community Fridge, Community House, Selby, YO8 4QQ |
| Wednesday 14 October | 1pm to 3pm | Harrogate Cenotaph, Town Centre, HG1 1PE |
| Thursday 15 October | 10am to midday | Northallerton Town Hall, DL7 8QR |
| Thursday 15 October | 1pm to 2.30pm | Skipton Council Offices, BD23 1FJ |
| Thursday 15 October | 1pm to 3pm | Stokesley Town Hall, TS9 5DG |
| Friday 16 October | 10am to 11.30am | Galtres Centre, Easingwold, YO61 3AD |
| Friday 16 October | 10.30am to midday | Whitby Library, Windsor Terrace, YO21 1EY |
| Friday 16 October | Midday to 2pm | Bedale Hall, DL8 1AA |
| Friday 16 October | 2.30pm to 4.30pm | Thirsk Tourist Information Centre, YO7 1EY |
| All week | 9am to 5pm | Information table for staff, Selby Locality Office, YO8 9FT |
Help spread the message
Look out for campaign activity and help raise awareness by sharing key messages using the hashtag #HelpNotHateNY.
Together, we can help create safer, more inclusive communities where everyone feels supported and confident to report hate crime.
If you’ve experienced or witnessed a hate crime
You can find out about how to report a hate crime and support for victims here.
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