Merton CIL is saddened by the racist, Islamophobic and far-right violence that we have seen across the country over the past week. We stand in deep solidarity with the communities being targeted and affected by this violence. At Merton CIL, we aim to increase inclusion, challenge discrimination and work together to achieve change. Through our work we have seen first-hand how decision making and use of language can lead to hate and discrimination. We will continue to work with Deaf and Disabled people in Merton to do what we can to dismantle systems of oppression and promote our values of inclusion, compassion, and justice.

Merton CIL is saddened by the racist, Islamophobic and far-right violence that we have seen across the country over the past week. We stand in deep solidarity with the communities being targeted and affected by this violence.

At Merton CIL, we aim to increase inclusion, challenge discrimination and work together to achieve change. Through our work we have seen first-hand how decision making and use of language, can lead to hate and discrimination.

We will continue to work with Deaf and Disabled people in Merton to do what we can to dismantle systems of oppression and promote our values of inclusion, compassion, and justice.

 

You can find resources for support here. 

Please also see below for some key contact details shared by MOPAC: 

  • If you are facing an urgent risk or immediate threat, dial 999 to report the situation to emergency services. For non-emergency situations, dial 101 to receive guidance and support from your community safety team.  

 

Know your rights 

 

Mental health support 

  • Victim Support have responded to the violence and racist attacks by offering services to those impacted. Get support through their free Supportline on 08 08 16 89 111, start a live chat, or access My Support Space—a free, online resource to help you cope following crime. 
  • Explore Healing Justice London’s Aftercare Menu to practice coping skills following a trauma or major event or watch their Anchoring Resilience workshop video 
  • Tell MAMA’s anti-Muslim hate support service provides independent, confidential advice to individuals across the UK. Reach them via phone (0800 456 1226), SMS text (0115 707 00 07), WhatsApp (0734 184 6086), or e-mail (info@tellmamauk.org) to learn more. 
  • The British Islamic Medical Association runs a Support Service open to BIMA members and allies, including non-clinicians in the health system. It provides legal and pastoral help to those facing threats at work relating to their Muslim identity or supporting causes such as Palestine and standing up against Islamophobia. You can email the service in confidence at support@britishima.org or call 0203 551 2497 

 

Property safety & crime prevention 

 

Reporting acts of violence & hate crime 

 

Staying up to date 

 

Talking with young Londoners about the violence