Racism
Racism means using the concept of race to judge or treat some people worse than others. It exists in many forms, and on many levels in society – including in healthcare. It can include acts of discrimination and prejudice towards individuals and groups. It can also describe wider systems of oppression.
For those of us who are disadvantaged and harmed by racism, this can feel stressful and upsetting to explain to those who are not.
You shouldn't have to.
But it can also feel validating and helpful to find new ways to define and describe our experiences.
Support
We despise racism and if there are any organisations that you feel should be listed here, please let us know by clicking here.
Race Equality Foundation
We are a national charity tackling racial inequality in public services to improve the lives of Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities.
We believe that everyone should be provided with the opportunities to flourish.
We were established in 1987 as part of the National Institute for Social Work (NISW) and were first known as the Race Equality Unit. We became an independent charitable organisation in 1995. In 2006, we changed our name to the Race Equality Foundation.
Sari Charity
We are here for you. SARI provides free and confidential support for anyone who is a victim of hate crime across Avon and Somerset. Whether that’s based on race, faith, disability, sexual orientation, transgender identity, age, or sex. We also work to build greater understanding and respect for diversity and difference within our community.
Show Racism The Red Card
Show Racism the Red Card was established in January 1996, thanks in part to a donation by then Newcastle United goalkeeper Shaka Hislop.
In 1990s Newcastle, Shaka was at a petrol station near St James’ Park when he was confronted with a group of young people shouting racist abuse at him. After one of the group realised that they had been shouting at Shaka Hislop, the Newcastle United football player, they came over to ask for an autograph.
Stop Hate UK
Stop Hate UK is a leading anti-hate and anti-discrimination organisation for corporate, statutory, and community sectors. Today, we operate the UK’s only free dedicated 24-hour anti-Hate Crime reporting service for all monitored strands of a person’s identity or perceived identity (Disability, Race, Faith/Religion/Belief, Sexual Orientation, and Transgender identity, as well as Alternative Subculture and Gender/Misogyny.
Runnymede Trust
Proudly independent, we speak truth to power on race and racism without fear or favour. We are not swayed by political agenda, profit or popular opinion. We are authentic, led by an ethnically diverse team we draw from our lived experience and that of our wide and inclusive community and partnership networks.
From broadening the curriculum to exposing the Windrush scandal, our work is rooted in challenging structural racism and its impact on our communities. Our authoritative research-based interventions equip decision makers, practitioners and citizens with the knowledge and tools to deliver genuine progress towards racial justice in Britain.
MIND
If racism is affecting your mental health, we're here for you. Our information can help you understand the impact of racism – and choose how and where to seek help. If you're finding it hard to get the support you need, our tips can help you find a way forward.
Mental Health Foundation
At the Mental Health Foundation, we seek to shed light on a range of issues that prevent good mental health – and racism is certainly at the top of that list.
We have been working hard over the last two years to put anti-racist practice at the centre of our work and we’ll be sharing more on that front later this year.
That's Mental Mate!
