Hate Speech

Understanding, Recognising & Challenging

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📖 What is Hate Speech?

Language that attacks someone based on who they are - their race, religion, disability, sexuality, or other protected characteristics.

⚖️ It's Against the Law

• Online hate speech is a criminal offence
• Can result in fines or prison
• Goes on your permanent record

💔 Real Impact

• Makes people feel unsafe and worthless
• Causes mental health problems
• Creates fear in communities
• Can escalate to violence

🦸 Be an Upstander

• Don't laugh or stay silent
• Speak up: "That's not okay"
• Support the target
• Report it

Respect. Equality. Dignity.

Stop Hate UK: 0800 138 1625