South West Advocacy Network are independent advocates. They can provide support in writing letters, preparing appeals and support at meetings.
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True Vision is the official Police website for hate crime. They have a lot of detailed information on hate crime. You can use their website to report hate crime to your local force. You can also report internet hate crime to them.
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The Victims of Crime Advocacy Service (VOCAS) is a free, independent and confidential advocacy service for adult victims of crime and anti-social behaviour living in Avon and Somerset.
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Victim support offers emotional and practical support to all people affected by crime, and is committed to providing victims of crime and witnesses in court with appropriate and sufficient recognition, support and information.
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BSWN are a Black-led racial justice charity organisation based in Bristol who support the development of dynamic, independent, and strong Black and Minoritised communities, businesses and organisations to flourish.
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Bristol Black Carers provides culturally-appropriate support, information, and services to the Black and Ethnic Minority (BME) carers in Bristol, working with both adult and young carers.
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Friends, Families & Travellers provide an advice helpline for members of the Gypsy, Roma, and Traveller communities.
01273 234 777
www.gypsy-traveller.orghelpline
Imkaan is a UK-based, Black feminist organisation. They are dedicated to addressing violence against BME women and girls.
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A free confidential helpline for anyone who identifies as LGBTQ+.
0300 330 0630
switchboard.lgbthelpline
Information and support for trans and gender diverse young people and their families.
0808 801 0400
mermaids.org.ukhelpline
A free confidential mental health support helpline for anyone who identifies as trans, non binary or gender diverse.
0300 330 5468
bristolmind.org.ukhelpline
A free helpline offering computer support to disabled people, as well as disabled students’ assessments and workplace support.
0800 048 7642
abilitynet.org.ukhelpline
Bristol Disability Equality Forum is an organisation of, and for, disabled people – whatever their impairment(s).
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Gig Buddies Bristol is a project that enables and empowers people with learning disabilities and/or autistic people by pairing them up with new friends with similar interests to attend events with.
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POhWER provides advocacy services for people with learning disabilities and/or mental health needs, as well as their carers.
0300 456 2370
pohwer.netsupport service