If someone has told you about a religion- or belief-based incident, or you have witnessed behaviour that concerns you, your support can make a meaningful difference.
You can help by:
- Listening respectfully and taking their concerns seriously.
- Avoiding assumptions about their experiences or how they feel.
- Asking how you can support them.
- Encouraging them to access support if they wish to do so.
- Challenging inappropriate behaviour, where it is safe to do so.
- Reporting the incident through appropriate channels if necessary.
Even if an incident seems minor, repeated comments or behaviour can have a significant impact. Showing support and understanding can help someone feel less isolated and more confident in accessing help.