10 Ways to Fight Hate

This important to-do list is from the Southern Poverty Law Center. I have simply summarized key points. For more, https://www.splcenter.org/20170814/ten-ways-fight-hate-community-response-guide.

1. Act: Do something. In the face of hatred, apathy will be interpreted as acceptance by the perpetrators, the public and — worse — the victims. Community members must take action; if we don’t, hate persists.

2. Join Forces: Reach out to allies from churches, schools, clubs, and other civic groups. Create a diverse coalition. Include children, police, and the media. Gather ideas from everyone, and get everyone involved.

3. Support the Victims: Hate crime victims are especially vulnerable.

4. Speak Up: Hate must be exposed and denounced. Help news organizations achieve balance and depth.

5. Educate Yourself: An informed campaign improves its effectiveness. Determine if a hate group is involved, and research its symbols and agenda. Understand the difference between a hate crime and a bias incident.

6. Create An Alternative: Do not attend a hate rally. As much as you might like to physically show your opposition to hate, confrontations serve only the perpetrators. Every act of hatred should be met with an act of love and unity.

7. Pressure Leaders: Elected officials and other community leaders can be important allies.

8. Stay Engaged: Promote acceptance and address bias before another hate crime can occur.

9. Teach Acceptance: Bias is learned early, often at home. Schools can offer lessons of tolerance and acceptance.

10. Dig Deeper: Look inside yourself for biases and stereotypes.
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Thanks to friends and friends-to-meet-in-the future for already taking these actions.