Disability-based hate crimes
Disability is protected under UK law.
This includes any disability including physical disability, learning disability and mental health or developmental disorder.
What does this mean for me?
If you have been a victim of a crime, and you believe you were targeted because of your disability or perceived disability then this is a hate crime.
If you have been targeted because of your disability or perceived disability, but the incident wasn’t a crime, then this could be a hate incident.
If you have been a victim or witness to a hate crime, you can report it. If you do not wish to report it, there is still a lot of support available across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.
What support is available?
Active Together
Provides sports and fitness activities for individuals with learning disabilities in a mission to make physical activity accessible for all Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.
Equality Action
Support marginalised communities in Loughborough to access the services they might need.
Keep Safe Place
Leicestershire County Council initiative providing general public safe spaces to calm down, seek help, ask for support or make a phone call.
Adhar Project
Supports individuals with mental health needs by providing culturally sensitive mental health support and advocacy primarily for Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic.
Life Links
Provides wellness and mental health recovery support and resources to LGBTQ+ individuals in Leicester, Blaby, Oadby and Wigston.
Mosaic 1898
Supporting disabled children and adults through care and support services that protect, empower and advocate for disabled people.
Victim First
Provides emotional support, practical assistance, and advocacy for victims of hate crime, ensuring victims feel heard and empowered. Victim First work in partnership with Leicester City Council and Leicestershire Police.
