Project by the National Holocaust Centre and Museum partnering with UK Government and allied to the Counter Extremism Strategy to combat prejudice, bring people together and create communities which are more resilient to all forms of extremism. So doing, to build a stronger, more cohesive Britain.
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During 2018 there was a spike in hate crimes reported in the UK. Anti-Semitic hate crimes increased by 16%. Hate crime increased generally and especially targeting new migrants into the UK. Other minority groups, such as Muslims, also saw an increase in hate crime. The Holocaust and other genocides, represent the ultimate evil that can arise from hatred. As such, education about how hatred is fomented offers a robust framework to build bridges between disparate communities.
A team from The National Holocaust Centre and Museum will go into participating schools through the outreach programme. Ten pupils from each participating school will be invited to educational No To Hate days. There will also be the opportunity for teacher training, and schools will receive guidance and resources. Students will learn how to think critically, respond compassionately and speak powerfully. It is hoped the initiative will increase students’ understanding of the impact of hate crime.
