Community and civic leaders in Oakland gathered at Chinatown’s Wilma Chan Park on Oct. 16 for the unveiling of a new mural symbolizing unity, strength, and peace as hate crimes continue to rise across the Golden State.
The California Civil Rights Department (CRD) released new data on Sept. 18 indicating a continuous demand for support and resources through California (CA) vs Hate, the state’s multilingual statewide hotline and online portal.
California lawmakers and state agencies are intensifying efforts to combat the growing prevalence of hate crimes and bias incidents across the state. On June 25, a legislative hearing and two newly released government reports highlighted the persistent threats facing communities targeted by race, religion, gender identity and other forms of discrimination.
The California Civil Rights Department (CRD) is partnering with the San Francisco Giants and the Oakland Roots to take a stand against hate and discrimination.
In May of 2023, California launched an anti-hate hotline and resource network, California vs Hate, to address a sharp rise in reported hate crimes targeting racial and ethnic minority populations. While data has shown reported incidents nearly doubled since 2019, rural areas of California continue to be underreported.
Hundreds of thousands gathered at the 19th annual Taste of Soul Festival in Crenshaw — an event dubbed “California’s largest block party” — on Oct. 19.
As Native Americans celebrated 100 years of citizenship and the right to vote at the State Capitol, Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a proclamation declaring Native American Day and signed several bills aimed at pushing tribal priorities forward.
Community Interventions, a local non-profit organization, is partnering with Mural Artist Deidre Hathor and Kern County General Services Parks and Recreation Department to lead artists and the community in creating street art for Heritage Skate Park. This project is funded by the California Department of Justice and the Sierra Health Foundation.
The event invited a range of voices, such as Robin Toma, Executive Director of the Los Angeles County Commission on Human Relations, who discussed the
In a city as diverse and vibrant as Los Angeles, combating hate is more urgent than ever. Recent statistics in the LA County Hate Crimes Report, reveal a 13% rise in hate crimes from 2022, with particularly alarming increases in anti-Asian and LGBTQ+ hate crimes. Notably, incidents targeting the Black community have surged by 27%. These figures highlight the pressing need for a concerted and multifaceted approach to address and counteract hate.
In a world where hate crimes and social injustices are presently plaguing our communities, grassroots organizations like Community Interventions (CI) are stepping up to make a difference. Based in Bakersfield, CI is leading the charge with their powerful “Stop The Hate” campaign, designed to engage and protect the most vulnerable among us— youth living in underrepresented and divested neighborhoods who are particularly susceptible to hate crimes.
In response to the alarming increase in hate crime incidents sweeping LA County, LA vs Hate has introduced the LA vs Hate Unity Coalition. This newly formed coalition brings together celebrities from the film industry stars, sports personalities, and artists who have come to unite against a common enemy known as “hate”, promoting unity culture across their region.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta released the 2023 Hate Crime in California Report on June 29, providing data and resources to support ongoing efforts across the state to combat violence motivated by racial or other biases.
California vs. Hate celebrates Pride Month with a statewide tour, bolstering support for LGBTQ+ communities in their fight for equality. As part of a statewide outreach campaign, this initiative aims to ensure all Californians are aware of available resources for reporting hate incidents and to take a proactive stand against discrimination. By participating in LGBTQ+ events across various cities, California vs Hate provides essential resources and support.
On June 1, Gov. Gavin Newsom issued a proclamation for Pride Month in California, joining others around the world commemorating the LGBTQ+ struggle for equal rights following the 1969 Stonewall riots in New York City. Many historians regard that event as a catalyst for the global LGBTQ+ movement.
Californians who are Asian American or Pacific Islanders (AAPI) were the targets of an escalated number of hate crimes and hate incidents during the COVID-19 pandemic.
In a recent press conference held by the California Civil Rights Department, significant milestones and ongoing efforts in the fight against hate crimes and incidents across California were celebrated. The event marked the one-year anniversary of the launch of California vs. Hate, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at providing support, resources, and a reporting hotline for individuals and communities targeted by hate.
