#WipeOutDiscrimination
Haringey's anti-discrimination campaign
Haringey is a borough that celebrates its diversity, and we want it to be a place where everyone is welcome and treated fairly. No one should face hate crime or discrimination because of who they are.
We’ve come so far, but we’re not perfect and there is still much more to do. We all need to keep working together to make Haringey a safe place for all and #WipeOutDiscrimination.
- Cllr Peray Ahmet’s video
- Do you know what discrimination is?
- Types of discrimination
- Haringey’s history against hate
- Safe Space – share your story
- How to be an ally
- Support services in Haringey
- How to report hate crime
Cllr Peray Ahmet’s video
Watch this video to see what Leader of Haringey Council, Cllr Peray Ahmet has to say about discrimination in Haringey.
Note for iPhone users and Youtube. There is a known bug with iOS and Youtube, Two buttons are read before the player but provide no functionality. We advise that you skip these to access the content.
Do you know what discrimination is?
Discrimination is when you’re treated unfairly because of who you are or because you possess certain characteristics.
It’s against the law for someone to discriminate against you because of:
- age
- gender reassignment
- being married or in a civil partnership
- being pregnant or on maternity leave
- disability
- race including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin
- religion or belief
- sex
- sexual orientation
If you’re treated unfairly because someone thinks you belong to a particular group of people with protected characteristics, even if you don’t, this is unlawful discrimination.
Types of discrimination
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Ableism
Discrimination and social prejudice against people with disabilities and/or people who are perceived to be disabled.
Ageism
Prejudice or discrimination against someone based on their age.
Antisemitism
Prejudice, discrimination against or hatred of Jews.
Homophobia/biphobia
Prejudice or discrimination against someone based on their sexual orientation.
Islamophobia
The fear of, hatred of, or prejudice against the religion of Islam or Muslims.
Racism
Prejudice, discrimination or hatred directed at someone because of their colour, ethnicity or national origin.
Sexism
Prejudice or discrimination based on sex or gender, especially against women and girls.
Transphobia
Prejudice or discrimination against someone based on their gender identities or transgender identities.
Xenophobia
Dislike of or prejudice against people from other countries.
For more information about different types of discrimination, please visit the Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) website (external link).
Haringey’s history against hate
Haringey has a rich history of standing up against discrimination, from our opposition to Section 28 - a series of laws across Britain that banned the ‘promotion of homosexuality’ by local authorities, to having one of the first black Labour MPs, we have continued to be at the forefront, championing equal rights for all.
Below you will find some great resources, demonstrating some key anti-discrimination moments in Haringey’s history.
Black history
Discover over 600 years of Haringey’s black history, from the 16th century to the 1980s, on our Black History Haringey 365 pages.
Our exhibition panel about Windrush will take you from 1987 – 2008: Panel 5: 1987 to 2008 (PDF, 1MB)
LGBTQI+ history
Explore LGBTQI+ moments in Haringey’s history on our timeline.
Visit the Haringey Vanguard website (external link) to discover the BME LGBTQ+ history, and contributions of Haringey-based community activists in the 1970s – 1990s.
A history of Women’s rights
Our Haringey Women's History Maps bring together the stories and lives of around 250 women who lived or worked in Haringey.
Safe Space: share your story
Far too often, people in Haringey and across the UK experience discrimination, and sometimes it’s not as direct and in your face, as you may think.
We are creating a Safe Space page where people from across the borough can share their experiences of discrimination and learn from that of others.
The Mayor of Haringey’s experiences of discrimination
The Mayor of Haringey, Cllr Adam Jogee shares his experiences of discrimination as a black Muslim man and urges residents to work together to #WipeOutDiscrimination in Haringey.
Note for iPhone users and Youtube. There is a known bug with iOS and Youtube, Two buttons are read before the player but provide no functionality. We advise that you skip these to access the content.
How to be an ally
If you see someone being discriminated against because of who they are, offer them your support and show them they are not alone.
Being an ally is an important part of creating an inclusive culture in Haringey where differences are acknowledged and celebrated, and patterns of stereotyping and discrimination are identified, tackled, and wiped out.
Here are some tips on how to be a good ally:
- Awareness
Allyship is about recognising and being aware of our differences, learning from others experiences, sharing our learnings, and using that knowledge to make a positive change. - Knowledge
Take the initiative to learn more about those you want to be an ally to. This might involve researching, or listening to people who experience what you don’t, such as racism, sexism homophobia, ableism, or ageism, to name a few. - Action
Challenge any stereotypes and assumptions made by others, but not in a way that makes it about you. Those experiencing discrimination don’t need ‘rescuing’ and good allies don’t position themselves as the ‘hero’.
If you see injustices, speak up – if it’s a crime, report it.
Agree to be an ally
By agreeing to be an ally you are supporting our mission to wipe out discrimination in Haringey and make our borough a safe space for all:
- I will speak up against prejudice or discrimination directed at someone because of who they are or are perceived to be.
- I will support people who have experienced/are experiencing discrimination, by offering a listening ear and promoting inclusivity.
- I will encourage and support victims of unlawful discrimination to report the crime and access support if needed.
Support services in Haringey
If you have experienced discrimination and need some support, please visit our Hate Crime webpage for a list of external organisations in Haringey that can help.
How to report hate crime
Find out more on how you can report a hate crime.