In the lead-up to this year鈥檚 election and in its aftermath there are widespread reports of violence and intimidation against people because of their race, religion, language, nationality, perceived immigration status, disability, gender, sexual orientation or political affiliation. We at the , housed at the 麻豆影院, deplore these acts.
As researchers working to improve our public education system, we are alarmed by the impact of this violence and intimidation on our nation鈥檚 young people, on the schools they attend, and in the communities where they live. Bigotry, bullying, xenophobia, and violence have no place in our society鈥攅specially in our schools. Children have a basic human right to live in communities and attend schools where adults will protect them. We commit ourselves to confronting hatred when we see it and to working with the targeted communities to ensure the safety of all people. 聽
We ask all those who share our concerns to stand together to express strong support of a democratic society in which we all feel accepted, safe and protected. We urge students, parents, educators and members of our communities to reject the devaluing of civility, to embrace our diversity, and to listen to and learn from one another. Together we must strive to create a compassionate world for our children and ourselves.
For those who experience or witness acts of violence, please report to the聽鈥檚 Report Hate Website. #reporthate
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