The role we all have to play is , but many do not know how to intervene effectively. Here are some tips:
Statistics Canada recently reported a 72% increase inhate crimes. The last two years. Hatred threatens the health and well-being of all in our community, not just those who are directly affected.
Online Space andPandemic Social Isolationis a political platform for hate movements targeting racial minorities, religious groups, 2SLGBTQ + communities, etc. , Mainstream media, interpersonal relationships. Online hatred is rapidly recurring, long-lasting, and unregulated makes it difficult for law enforcement agencies to get involved.
Online hatred can cause violent acts such as Islamophobia attacks onMuslim families in London. Or a terrorist attack on misogyny by a van in Toronto — an incident that sprinkles divisions, prevents people from reaching their full potential, and destroys the security of the community.
We are all responsible for combating online hatred , but manydo not know howcan effectively intervene. Here are four things each of us can do to prevent people from being sucked into dangerous online communities in our lives.
• Young people question themselves, the beliefs and worldviews of others with dignity and compassion.
Reliable adults help young people develop confidence in using social media to research sources of different perspectives, think critically, and make informed decisions. Useful.
• Encourage digital literacy to identify algorithms that distort false information, echo chambers, and the ability of people to engage constructively online.
You need to ask questions such as who posted this information and why. What is their source of information? What perspectives and facts are missing? What approach did they use to get my attention?
MediaSmartshas tools for educators likeMy Voice Is Louder Than Hateto identify what hate looks like to young people And you can boost it online.
• Treat others and yourself with compassion. If possible, listen to conspiracy theories and connect with people near you who may have started to hate you online.
People involved in hateful ideologies and conspiracy theories are often looking for answers to their fears. Instead of trying to "prove that they are wrong," ask questions, discuss your own fears with them, and connect at the human level. If there is a relationship, try to stay connected. This ensures that there is someone coming back in case that person wants to make a change.
• Support the hateful community-wide counterarguments. When hatred happens, we must blame it. Pushing back hatred prevents it from creeping into the mainstream and strengthens community cohesion.
Firm resistance to hatred is also important in providing solidarity to those affected by it. United for Allis an example of a coalition that brings together more than 150 local organizations to combat hatred-based violence, racism, and radicalism. A better support system for victims of hatred and initiatives to combat radicalism, such as the GermanExit-Deutschlandprogram and the USPrevent, to create a social safety net. Strengthening Kingdom — Important to deal with hatred.
Hate speech, hate crime, and extremism have different definitions across communities, making it difficult to tackle the problem consistently. Identifying and addressing the threat of hatred online requires common policies and regulations that are unimpeded by political ideology.
Trust in public institutionsis the lowest ever, and continued distrust of government and law enforcement mobilizes disillusioned people Strengthen the militant movement by empowering it by a system of power. It is important for public institutions to regain trust with the community to prevent further harm.
All this requires cooperation and commitment from governments, institutions and communities. The social structure of our community depends on it.
Each of us has a role to face hatred. When our community has so much power to build resilience and find a common foundation, we can't afford to wait for government intervention. Let's keep each other safe.
Abid Janis the director of capacity building in United Way East Ontario. United Way leads United Way, a coalition of partners working to overcome hatred-based violence, racism and extremism.
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