Equality Forum Jack Bailey, Project Manager, Stand Against Racism & Inequality 8 th May 2014

Equalities Communities

‘Equalities communities’ defined in the Equality Act (2010) Replaced all existing equality law/Complicated and Disjointed Aim to bring private/ public and charitable sectors together Whether at work as an employee or in using a service everyone has the right to be treated fairly It protects people from discrimination on the basis of certain characteristics. How many Protected Characteristics are there?

The 9 Strands/ Protected Characteristics AGE. DISABILITY GENDER SEXUAL ORIENTATION RACERELIGIOUS BELIEF TRANS STATUS MARRIAGE & CIVIL PARTNERSHIP PREGNANCY & MATERNITY

Hate Incident/ Hate Crime A ‘Hate Incident’ is any incident motivated by hostility or prejudice but where the incident cannot be recognised as a crime. Such incidents can also be recognised as ASB. A hate crime is any criminal offence that is motivated by hostility or prejudice based upon the victim’s:  disability  race  religion or belief  sexual orientation  transgender

Racist Incident ‘A racist incident is any incident which is perceived to be racist by the victim or any other person.’ Definition set in recommendation 12 of the Macpherson Report in 1999, after the racist murder of Stephen Lawrence in April recommendations made by Macpherson. Definition used by S.A.R.I. for all cases of Hate Crime

Stand Against Racism & Inequality

A BME and user led charity set up in 1988 and operational since Non political and non campaigning. Set up by and for victims of racial harassment. Contracted to work in Bristol, South Gloucestershire, North Somerset and B.A.N.E.S, though will complete project work outside these areas. Services: Casework. Community Safety. Education services. Training. Consultancy- in all areas of equality and diversity. Now Stand Against Racism and Inequality

–305 cases (33 B&NES,20 SGC,17 NSomerset) –347 cases (29 B&NES,39 SGC,26 NSomerset) –348 cases (31 B&NES,48 SGC,15 NSomerset) –379 cases (25 B&NES,45 SGC,14 NSomerset) –383 cases (17 B&NES,37 SGC,31 NSomerset) 2009–2010–384 cases (18 B&NES,37 SGC,37 NSomerset) 2010– cases (36 B&NES,38 SGC,26 NSomerset) cases(29 B&NES,43 SGC,40 NSomerset) cases(33 B&NES, 28 SGC, 28 NSomerset) S.A.R.I. Casework 2013/14 – c 500

Making a Difference Since 2002/ ,700

DEMOGRAPHICS & STATISTICS

Headlines – General Population Over period 2001 to 2011 the population for England has increased by 7%. Population in South West has increased by 9% to 5,288,935 North SomersetSouth Gloucestershire Bristol 7%/ 202,5667%/ 262,767 12%/ 428,234 West Somerset South Somerset 1%/ 34,675 7%/ 161,243 All areas increasing except West Somerset B&NES 4%/ 176,016

BME Populations* West Somerset South Somerset North Somerset South Gloucestershire B&NES Bristol * ONS Last updated 31th January BME represents anyone who is NOT White UK; English/ Scottish/ Welsh %45,53022%94,802 4%10,2188%21, %5.9% 13,291 12,013 4% %865 7%10,216 10%17, %5%

Ethnicity Over 10 years White UK population only increased by: All BME populations increasing other then White Irish New community information captured Gypsy & Traveller 58 Arab 375 Chinese 860 1,912 Dual Heritage 1,658 2, % 75% Asian (Other) 188 1, % Indian 4981, %

B&NES Faiths/ Religions % 19% 8% 0.39% 0.33% 0.12% 0.07% 0.16% Christianity No religion Not stated Muslim Buddhist Jewish Sikh Hindu % 33% 8% 0.7% 0.5% 0.1% 0.5%

Number of people registering with ‘Limiting Long Term Illness’ National average: c 18% Disability 2011 c 16% Limited a Little Limited A Lot 16,028 12,267 Carers Providing between 1 to 19 hours care: Providing between 20 and 49 hours care: Providing 50 hours plus care: No’s% 12,396 1,989 3,200 7% 1.1% 1.8% Numbers of non paid carers: 10% in 2011

Not a question asked as part of any national census. Estimated nationally at around: 6%- 10%. One in eight LGBT people have been a victim in the last year. Three in four of those experiencing hate crimes or incidents did not report them to the police. Seven in ten did not report hate crimes or incidents to anyone. Fourteen per cent of victims of homophobic hate crimes or incidents did not report them to anyone because they happen too frequently to report. Sexuality

The recession – disproportionate impact on communities and offending – e.g. 1 in 2 young, black men are unemployed Number of Mosques, Temples – cultural buildings is increasing Food stores other community facilities are reflecting changes Schools/ CYP Services – first to face impact of changing demographics Political change – Right wing /nationalist issues Joint Strategic Needs Assessment Segregation Community Changes

Diversity at University

Student Communities Based in a world heritage city and connected to a network of international partners. Ensure that graduates are socially engaged global citizens. Both Universities are home to students and staff from over 40 countries. Need to ensure students are safe Different perceptions of authority Different cultures Income generation Contribute to wider community

The Impact of Hate Crime ‘Service Users’ Perspectives- Film

Needs/ Effects/ Barriers What do you think are: The effects on the victim? The needs of the victim? Consider the Barriers that victims might face?

Total isolation Nobody believing you Hopelessness Not wanting to admit you can’t cope Self-blame Hatred of self/ loss of identity Hatred of home Bitterness, anger and frustration Low self esteem Loss of faith in system Mental or physical health problems Behavioural problems Extreme fear/ panic Fear of repercussions Retaliating and criminalisation Imprisonment Paranoia Breakdown of family relations Alienation Loss of employment/ business Loss of childhood Rejection of colour/ culture Going into care Effects on a Victim

Belief and understanding Counselling Mental health support Medical assistance Housing support Legal support and advice during proceedings Protection Coordination/ regular feedback Information Needs of the victim

Language Culture Systems e.g. health care, education, welfare and benefits, housing, mental health? Fear of authority due to home country experiences e.g. police, officials Barriers…

Restorative Justice

Vision ‘promote and support all sectors, communities and the public to embrace a restorative culture where our response to dealing with initial conflict, wrong doing or harm, puts the wishes and needs of the person (s) harmed at the heart of any restorative approach, community resolution or restorative justice activity’

Options Not to be seen as a diluted option/ intervention Flexibility/ must do what is possible to get voices heard Can be used: Instead As well After Victim/ Harmed must understand process so need to invest time Benefits – Victim satisfaction/ reduced re offending

Stereotypes and assumptions – other’s and your own Believing common myths Cultural and religious needs and differences – but don’t assume Language barrier even if someone has reasonable English Systems barriers Isolation Racism and Discrimination Multiple protected characteristics How you can work together with Key Partners to support your students Always think about…

Any Questions? Stand Against Racism & Inequality Supporting, Educating and Strengthening Diverse Communities across the South West