Commissioner outlines priorities at Race Equality First event
This week the Police and Crime Commissioner for Gwent, Jane Mudd joined residents from Newport for Race Equality First’s community get together at Pill Millennium Centre.
The event was a celebration of cultures and brought together people from local groups, many from diverse communities. It also helped promote the invaluable work and services of Race Equality First; these include advocacy support, financial advice, and anti-racism training and counselling sessions.
Police and Crime Commissioner Jane Mudd said: “I am privileged to be the voice of the people of Gwent. Question and answer sessions are a vital platform to help me understand the issues and concerns of residents.
“It was great to see so many people at the event who work in our communities and are committed to making a difference. I would like to thank everyone for their open and honest questions. Although I was saddened to heard from residents who have been experiencing negativity and racism in their communities. I will not tolerate this behaviour.
“My commitment to tackle hate crime has a prominent place in my newly launched Police, Crime and Justice Plan. I want our communities to be places where everyone can live their lives as themselves, free from fear and harm.
“I want to work with people from diverse communities. So, they are better informed to report incidents and have trust in Gwent Police.
“By working with Gwent Police and local organisations, such as and Race Equality First we can empower and inform our diverse communities to have their voices heard.”
Ways to report hate crime.
- Always call 999 in an emergency
- Non-emergency call 101
- Direct message Gwent Police on Instagram and Facebook @gwentpolice
- Report anonymously via Crimestoppers call 0800 555111
Race Equality First. https://raceequalityfirst.org/