Islamophobia Awareness Month is now live and there are four things you/your organisation can do to be part of the largest campaign against Islamophobia.
Watch and share the 2 minute launch video
Announce your involvement. For example, ‘We at…are taking part in Islamophobia Awareness month to show no tolerance for hatred and prejudice in society #IAM2020
Learn how to do your bit at: http://islamophobia-awareness.org/get-involved/
Follow @IslamophobiaAM on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram to stay updated on everything happening during the month
Islamophobia Awareness Month (IAM) was co-founded by MEND (Muslim Engagement and Development) with other British organisations in 2012 to deconstruct and challenge the stereotypes about Islam and Muslims. The campaign, held every November, aims to work with Police and Crime Commissioners (PCC), local councils, journalists, local media outlets, councilors, local MPs, mosques, universities, schools, community organisations and others to raise awareness of the threat of Islamophobia and encourage better reporting of incidents to the police.
IAM raises awareness within society of how Muslims are discriminated against in various spheres, along with providing information on the positive contributions of British Muslims to the UK. It helps break down barriers and challenge incorrect stereotypes people may hold about Muslims, as well as providing an avenue for people of other backgrounds to engage with Muslims. IAM also highlights why it is crucial for Muslims to report Islamophobic hate crimes to authorities, for accurate data to be collected and for policy changes to be enacted accordingly.
For more information and to get involved click here