What are examples of hate crimes?
• Intimidating, “in your face” actions, which make you afraid for your safety. • Hateful graffiti or use of symbols of hate. • Harassment, threats, stalking, or repeated acts of “bullying” because of who you are. • Violence accompanied by bigoted name-calling. Hate Crimes Call It In As in many communities around the country, hate crimes are a tragic part of Omaha’s history. Today, hate-related violence still occurs in our streets, neighborhoods, schools, and places of worship. Community organizations, public officials, and law enforcement agencies have rallied together to raise awareness of how to report hate crimes with the campaign, Hate Crimes – – Call It In – – 444-HATE. Other Possible Sources for Information • Anti-Defamation League – 402-333-1303 • Chicano Awareness Center – 402-733-2720 • Citizens for Equal Protection – 402-398-3027 • Domestic Violence Coordinating Council of Greater Omaha – 402-398-9928 • Douglas County Sheriff’s Office – 402-444-7028 • Federal Bureau of Invest
