Over 100 organisations sign up to anti-hate campaign

More than 100 organisations have now signed up to a Derby City Council campaign, which aims to send a clear and united message that abuse, harassment, bullying and hate have no place in Derby.

Back in December, Derby City Council launched the city-wide No Place for Hate in Derby campaign.

The launch, which took place at Derby Market Hall, saw dozens of partners from across the city come together to publicly reject hate and stand for dignity, fairness and respect.

As part of the launch, partners signed a No Place for Hate pledge, committing to take practical and visible actions to challenge hate and support inclusion.

These actions include working in partnership with Derby City Council to promote respect, reviewing internal policies, providing staff training on responding to hate crime and harassment, and making public commitments to zero tolerance.

Now, 103 organisations have signed up to create a united front and take a stand against hate across Derby.

Those who have pledged their support represent all areas of Derby and include schools, charities, local businesses and cultural organisations.

To view the full list click here.

The next stage of the campaign will see the delivery of training around identifying hate crime, understanding its impacts and how to report it.

Among those to sign up is Derventio Housing Trust.

Jackie Carpenter, assistant director of strategy and development fundraising, said: “We joined the network to strengthen our existing commitment to everyone being treated with respect.

“We also welcome the inclusion of non-protected characteristics – people in our supported housing are experiencing homelessness, and there is still sadly prejudice and stigma against this group.”

Also signed up is Derbyshire Cricket Foundation.

Development officer Mohsin Ali said: “Joining the No Place for Hate campaign was a natural step for us because it aligns closely with the values we stand for. Our motto is a game for everyone, and we genuinely mean that.

“We want to ensure that anyone who engages with cricket through DCF feels welcomed, respected and safe.

“No-one should feel excluded or uncomfortable because of who they are. By supporting this campaign, we are reinforcing our commitment to creating inclusive environments where participants know that bullying, discrimination and hate have no place in our game.”

Councillor Sarah Chambers, the city council’s cabinet member for communities, equalities and public safety, said: “We are absolutely thrilled with the overwhelmingly positive response we have received from both organisations and members of the public across Derby in response to the campaign.

“They signify the Derby we know and love – a city of kindness and acceptance.”