A hate incident or hate crime is an incident which may or may not constitute a criminal offence but is perceived by the victim as being motivated by hate. Any hate incident which constitutes a criminal offence is considered a HATE crime.

Victim Support for direct or third party reports is at hand.
Call the 24/7 FREE support line: 0800 032 0788.

Latest Developments

HOMF Welcomes District H

Hands Off has recently expanded its reach to include H District which includes: Ballymena, Ballymoney, Coleraine, Larne & Moyle.

Hands Off Needs You!

Anonymous Reporting Online

Victims or others on behalf of a victim can report the hate crime online in 100% complete confidence – no personal information is required. You can make a difference! Our website also has useful information – so please pass on our link and remember to join us on facebook!

Free Support Line – 0800 032 0788

You can call anonymously – whatever you feel comfortable with. Information given can be minimal as what, where and when.

Help & Support Agencies

Free help, advice, information & support – for agencies in your area go to the agencies section »

Can My Info Help?

Yes! Your information can help identify hate crime hotspots, those who may be more at risk/vulnerable, assist in assessment of hotspots and even help in a police case. Ultimately your information can prevent further hate crime!

Report Directly

The PSNI are here to help!

If you feel you can report the incident as an official crime for full police investigation the police are at hand and fully equipped to deal with your case. The police are trained to take care of these matters with sensitivity and reassurance.

Incidents are investigated and where there is sufficient evidence, the police will prepare a report for the Public Prosecution Service.