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What if I experience racial harassment?
Racial harassment is a crime. It can take many different forms such as verbal insults, physical attacks, graffiti or intimidation – whatever form it takes, it is unacceptable.
It is important that you tell someone if you are experiencing racial harassment. By informing Seven Locks Housing, we will be able to offer you support and practical advice and, in some circumstances, we may be able to take action against the person/s harassing you.
Who would I tell?
Your first point of contact would be either your Area Housing Manager or if you live in one of our Sheltered Schemes, your Sheltered Scheme Manager for all matters relating to the harassment you are suffering.
You can also report incidents of racial harassment by calling the Leicestershire Hate Incident Monitoring Project on 0116 305 8263 or online at www.leics.gov.uk/reporthate
If, as the result of a racist incident, you are concerned for the safety of you and your family’s safety, it is crucial that you phone the police immediately.
What if I experience domestic violence in my home?
It is estimated that one in four women and one in six men will experience domestic violence at some point in their lives. Many of these are parents with children living with them.
Domestic violence can take many different forms, from intimidation, physical attacks, neglect, verbal attacks or psychological abuse. Domestic violence is not specific to any ethnic group, sexuality or gender.
It is important that you tell someone if you are experiencing domestic violence. By informing Seven Locks Housing, we will be able to offer you support and practical advice and, in some circumstances, we may be able to take action against the person.
Who would I tell?
Your first point of contact would be either your Area Housing Manager or if you live in one of our Sheltered Schemes, your Sheltered Scheme Manager for all matters relating to the violence you are suffering.
You can also report incidents of domestic violence on the Domestic Violence Helpline on 0116 255 0004, where you will be offered support and guidance by trained members of staff, both face to face or via telephone. You can also get advice online by visiting www.dvirp.co.uk
If, as the result of domestic violence, you are concerned for the safety of you and your family’s safety, it is crucial that you phone the police immediately.
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