November is Islamophobia Awareness Month (IAM).
The organisation Islamophobia Awareness Month (IAM) are leading with a campaign “Time for Change”.
Their website hosts a range of information and resources. The campaign highlights the threat of Islamophobic hate crimes and showcases the positive contributions of British Muslims to society.
Islamophobia and against hate crime are not welcome in Newcastle and will not be tolerated.
One of International Newcastle’s priorities is Internationalism in the City. We aim to be a city that embraces all cultures and is safe, tolerant, welcoming, friendly and caring. We celebrate our diverse communities and learn and share from each other’s cultures. languages and traditions.
Why is IAM important?
IAM raises awareness within society of how Muslims are discriminated against in various spheres, along with providing information on the positive contributions of British Muslims to the UK. It helps break down barriers and challenge incorrect stereotypes people may hold about Muslims, as well as providing an avenue for people of other backgrounds to engage with Muslims.
IAM also highlights why it is crucial for Muslims to report Islamophobic hate crimes to authorities, for accurate data to be collected and for policy changes to be enacted accordingly.
Find out more
Click here to find out more about manifestations of islamophonbia and their impacts on our muslim communities and individuals
Click here for resources about islamophobia, including talks, presentations, exhibitions, social media resources, schools resources, facts and figures about British Muslims and much more.
Newcastle as a welcoming, tolerant city for all
One of International Newcastle’s priorities is Internationalism in the City. We aim to be a city that embraces all cultures and is safe, tolerant, welcoming, friendly and caring. We celebrate our diverse communities and learn and share from each other’s cultures. languages and traditions.
We call on all people in Newcastle to support Islamophobia Awareness Month and celebrate our muslim communities and combat hate and intolerance.
Report Hate Crime
Islamophobia and any hate crimes are not welcome in Newcastle and will not be tolerated. Report hate crime if you are a victim or a witness and let’s stamp it out.
