Funded by the Premier’s Department and Multicultural NSW, the Action Against Islamophobia initiative will provide a support hotline for those subjected to Islamophobia, as well as case management and support services for victims.
The Premier said the program would play a critical role in providing support to those affected by racial hatred.
“Anecdotal evidence presented to me indicates that Islamophobia is far higher than what is reported, we don’t want Australians suffering in silence or enduring racism without help or support”.
“This rise in anti-Muslim hate has left many Muslims anxious about engaging in their daily religious activities, such as praying in mosques or leaving the house wearing the hijab”, Imam Shadi Alsuleiman, President of the Australian National Imams Council, which will administer the grant.
“Understanding how Muslims experience Islamophobia will help guide our approach to combatting the issue on a holistic level”.
