Anti-Racism and Anti-Hate Initiative
Promoting safety and belonging in Port Alberni through hate incident reporting, victim support, the ReportAlberni platform, and anti-racism education.
This program works to promote community safety and cohesion through incident reporting, victim support, and public education.
ReportAlberni Platform
A hate incident reporting website where community members can document experiences of racism, discrimination, and bias-motivated harm. The platform creates a record of incidents and connects individuals with appropriate support resources.
Victim and Witness Support Resources
Comprehensive guidance for individuals affected by hate incidents, including information on reporting options, available services, emotional support resources, and practical next steps.
Welcoming Community Campaign
Distribution of "You Are Welcome Here" posters and materials to local businesses and organizations, creating visible demonstrations of inclusive values and promoting the reporting platform.
Education and Training
Workshops on topics such as bystander intervention training, delivered in partnership with external experts, to build community capacity for preventing and responding to hate incidents.
Program Highlights
- ReportAlberni hate incident reporting
- Victim and witness support resources
- "You Are Welcome Here" campaign
- Bystander intervention training
- Community education workshops
All Programs
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English Language Learning
English language classes and one-on-one tutoring for newcomers in Port Alberni, combining language instruction with cultural orientation and practical Canadian life skills.
Skills Development
Individualized tutoring for employment skills, standardized test prep, computer literacy, and driver's license preparation.
Settlement Support
Direct settlement support for newcomers and life navigation assistance for community members facing barriers to services.
Community Connection
Creative projects and events that bring Port Alberni residents together — writing workshops, zine-making, and scavenger hunts that build local pride and belonging.
Anti-Racism
Promoting safety and belonging in Port Alberni through hate incident reporting, victim support, the ReportAlberni platform, and anti-racism education.
Community Response
Preparing Port Alberni for emergencies through community resilience planning, mesh radio communication networks, and research into local disaster preparedness.
Ready to Help Build a Safer Community?
Whether you've experienced a hate incident or want to support others, reach out and we'll point you in the right direction.