John Au

Personal account, views|comments are my own. Working at Stop Hate UK, national charity challenging hate crime & discrimination

[Stop Hate UK @stophateuk]

Early start to #Leeds to deliver #hatecrime awareness sessions to 2 schools today & tomorrow, part of #SaferLeeds & #schoolsreporting projects funded by #LeedsCityCouncil Free sessions still available for Leeds schools yet to take up offer. Email [email protected] for details

[John Au @johnau59]

Always good to catch up in person with friends and colleagues in Merseyside, and reflect on how long some of us have been involved in this work!! Am sure there’s still life in most of us yet!

[Stop Hate UK @stophateuk]

Delighted to attend & support @seftoncouncil #hatecrime strategy launch today along with local partners incl @merpol @MerseysidePCC @ovhousing Powerful first hand account shared by victim of hate of their experience emphasising we need to respond to victims’ needs effectively

[Stop Hate UK @stophateuk]

Delivered 5th & final session today raising understanding of #hatecrime & role of #thirdpartyreportingcentres Thanx to @MerseysidePCC for funding the sessions for @KnowsleyCouncil @lpoolcouncil @seftoncouncil @WirralCouncil & @sthelenscouncil Reporting hate crimes #Merseyside

[Stop Hate UK @stophateuk]

Presented 2nd #hatecrime awareness session to #YMCALiverpool staff today. Discussions centred on impact of hate, #microaggressions , workplace abuse & violence, reporting & working together to respond appropriately to all forms of discrimination & prejudice #stophatestarthere

[Stop Hate UK @stophateuk]

Funded by @SuttonCouncil we are delivering free training sessions raising awareness of, how to respond to, & value of reporting #hatecrime to schools, community and public sector groups. Sessions can be delivered online or in-person. For more details, email [email protected]

[John Au @johnau59]

A great opportunity for schools in #Leeds to take up free training offer funded by @SaferLeeds & delivered by @stophateuk to raise awareness to children and young people on the harms of #hate & #discrimination #education #hatecrime #stophatestarthere

[Stop Hate UK @stophateuk]

We continue our working partnership across #Leeds with @SaferLeeds & local #schools in 25/26 to raise awareness & respond to #hatecrime & discrimination. Ltd number of free training sessions available to all Leeds schools. Email [email protected] for info #stophatestarthere

[Stop Hate UK @stophateuk]

Funded by @MerseysidePCC our 24/7 confidential, independent Stophate line will be available throughout the festive period for anyone living, working or visiting #Merseyside experiencing/ witnessing #hatecrime Our operators can take reports & offer support, you’re never alone

[Hannah Wolff @HannahW123451]

Wonderful morning spent with Lewisham Speaking up today! @MarkBrookes66 introduced the recently launched @NottmTrentUni / @DimensionsUK Disability Hate Crime training for the criminal Justice sector. Crucial messaging and awareness also delivered by @johnau59 (@stophateuk) and Kieran of @StaySafeEast. Organisations working together to combat hate and support victims is key to ensuring Hate Crime becomes a priority in this Government’s agenda ❤️

[John Au @johnau59]

The concerns shared by group members of #Lewisham Speaking Up represent just a small proportion of the communities experiencing #hatecrime on a daily basis. Improved accessible reporting, not just increased reporting has to be a priority #NationalHCAW

[Stop Hate UK @stophateuk]

Valuable time this am with group members of #Lewisham Speaking Up who openly shared concerns & frustrations re their #learningdisability #hatecrime experiences. We along with @DimensionsUK explained value of reporting to make change, much room for improvement #NationalHCAW

[John Au @johnau59]

Just one of the many events being supported and sessions delivered across many areas across the country this week as @stophateuk supports #NationalHCAW not just this week but every day, every week 24/7 #noplaceforhate #stophatestarthere

[Stop Hate UK @stophateuk]

We delivered a #hatecrime awareness session today at @Merton_Council Some thought provoking comments made on inconsistencies when responding to people experiencing prejudice & hostility. We continue our work & thank you for your pledges #NationalHCAW #stophatestarthere

[John Au @johnau59]

@coldplay #coldplay @TicketmasterUK #ticketmaster How can this be allowed? Should stop re-selling of tickets online and via social media. All these posts on X asking for DMs to ask for tickets are likely scams too 🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬

[John Au @johnau59]

Well done Tom, and to those that donated. All for a good cause, @stophateuk , charity offering important services to those affected and experiencing hate crime

[Stop Hate UK @stophateuk]

Update re Tom Gowan’s fundraising for @stophateuk last week. He absolutely smashed it & with generosity of so many people exceeded his £2k target. Thanks to all who donated, still time to donate if you wish to support our work tackling #hatecrime https://t.co/uvGgm5WPXu

[Stop Hate UK @stophateuk]

If you experience #hatecrime, don’t stay silent or feel alone. Our Stop Hate Helpline team are on call 24/7 taking reports, listening to concerns, & providing info, help & options to aid recovery. Check the link to see if your area is covered https://t.co/6wlZwGw1Hr…

[John Au @johnau59]

Confidential #Helpline service for people experiencing #hatecrime in #Leeds #Stophateuk

[Stop Hate UK @stophateuk]

Our Stop Hate Helpline service is independent & confidential, available 24/7 providing a valuable option to report #hatecrime & receive help if a person feels unable to report to police. Service is available for anyone living in, working in or visiting #Leeds #stophatestarthere

[John Au @johnau59]

97% of target now reached, almost there. I’m sure target will be surpassed thanks to support & recognition for Tom undertaking #Ironman #Copenhagen this weekend raising funds for @stophateuk & their work supporting people experiencing #hatecrime #fundraising #goodcause #DonateNow

[Stop Hate UK @stophateuk]

Touched by recent UK events & wanting to raise awareness there’s no place for #hate in our society, Tom Gowan is selflessly fundraising for @stophateuk Check out his @JustGiving page & please donate if you can. So close to his target, let’s get there! https://t.co/uvGgm5WPXu

[Stop Hate UK @stophateuk]

Yesterday we delivered an #Islamophobia awareness session to @GreatOrmondSt staff discussing impact of anti-Muslim #hate Thank you to staff who shared own experiences with colleagues helping understanding & appreciation of the hurt caused by hostility, prejudice & discrimination

[John Au @johnau59]

Please support and share if you can. All for a good cause & appreciation for Tom in raising funds to support the work of @stophateuk

[Stop Hate UK @stophateuk]

A selfless & kind gesture by Tom Gowan who is fundraising for @stophateuk after being moved by recent UK events & the resulting increase in #hatecrime Check out his @JustGiving page & please donate if you can. Thank you! #ironmancopenhagen #JustGiving https://t.co/uvGgm5WPXu

[Havering Council @LBofHavering]

If you have a concern over an issue that might be a hate crime, then you can report this confidentially - more details & advice https://t.co/p5ET14EakT @stophateuk

[Stop Hate UK @stophateuk]

Our free, confidential #helpline service is available 24/7 for anyone experiencing #hatecrime You can telephone, email, report online or use our webchat options. We’re here to listen, support & offer information to anyone needing someone to talk to
https://t.co/KmuzOntMD0

[Brendan May @bmay]

There will be a lot of Crocodile tears in court.