XB64 - Hate Crime Awareness Week – Community Surgery Invitation . : Thu 16 Oct 09:30

👮‍♂️ Join PC Atherton for a dedicated Hate Crime Surgery at Heather House Community Hub.

📍 Location: Heather House Community Hub, Sittingbourne
📅 Date: 16/10/2025
🕒 Time: 09:30 - 10:30

This event is part of National Hate Crime Awareness Week 2025 (11–18 October), a nationwide initiative promoting H.O.P.E.:

H – Hate Crime Awareness

O – Operational Responses

P – Prevention

E – Engagement

Hate crimes are any criminal offences motivated by hostility or prejudice based on:

Race or ethnicity

Religion or belief

Sexual orientation

Disability

Gender identity

This surgery offers a safe and confidential space to:

Report hate incidents or crimes

Ask questions and seek advice

Learn about support services available locally

Share concerns and help build a safer, more inclusive Swale

💬 Whether you’ve experienced or witnessed a hate crime, or simply want to understand more, your voice matters.

Let’s stand together against hate.
No appointment needed – just drop in.

Message Sent By
Ryan Atherton
(Police, Police Constable, Swale Neighbourhood Beat Officer)