Reporthate.scot CIC
Our mission
Report. Be heard. Drive change. We exist to make reporting hate-related incidents easier, improve understanding through trusted data, and help create safer, more inclusive communities across Scotland.
Understanding hate. Supporting communities. Improving Scotland.
We believe everyone deserves to live free from hatred, prejudice and discrimination.
Our mission is to provide a safe, accessible and trusted platform where people across Scotland can report hate-related incidents, access support, and contribute to a better understanding of the challenges faced by individuals and communities.
We recognise that many hate-related incidents go unreported. Some people may not know where to turn, may feel uncomfortable contacting the police, or may simply want their experience to be heard and understood.
By creating a safe space for reporting, we aim to improve awareness, strengthen community understanding, and help build a clearer picture of hate-related experiences across Scotland.
We are committed to
Making reporting accessible
A simple and secure way to report hate-related incidents, whether anonymously or by name.
Supporting individuals
Connecting people with relevant support services, guidance and information when they need it most.
Improving understanding
Using anonymised data and insights to identify trends, highlight issues, and inform conversations about hate.
Encouraging responsible reporting
Helping people understand what hate-related incidents are, while recognising that not every negative interaction is motivated by prejudice.
Building safer communities
Working alongside communities, organisations, researchers and stakeholders to contribute to a safer, more inclusive Scotland.
How it works
From a single report to real understanding
Step 01
Report
Provide a safe and accessible way for people to report hate-related incidents.
Step 02
Understand
Transform anonymised reports into meaningful insights and trends.
Step 03
Improve
Support organisations and communities to make informed decisions.
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Languages supported
~3 min
Average time to report
Free
Always free to use
The journey
How reporthate.scot creates impact
Every report follows the same careful path, from the moment something happens to a better-informed community.
- 1
Incident occurs
Someone experiences or witnesses a hate-related incident in Scotland.
- 2
Report submitted
They tell us what happened, online, anonymously or by name.
- 3
Support and guidance
We signpost relevant support services, guidance and information.
- 4
Anonymous insights
Reports are anonymised and aggregated into trends and patterns.
- 5
Better community understanding
Partners, researchers and communities act on what the data shows.
We are not a replacement for the police
If you have been the victim of a crime, please contact Police Scotland. This platform provides an additional route for recording hate-related experiences that may not reach the threshold for police action, or where people prefer not to involve the police.
Our values
Four commitments that shape every decision
Trust
We handle reports with care, respect and confidentiality.
Accessibility
We make reporting simple and accessible for everyone.
Understanding
We focus on evidence, insight and education.
Community
We believe safer communities are built through collective understanding.
Every report represents a real experience, a real person, and a real opportunity to improve understanding.
Together, we can help build a Scotland where everyone feels safe, respected and heard.
Report an incident