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Speak up! Homophobic violence isn’t funny,it’s criminal

According to police nearly 70% of thugs who gay bash use homophobic abuse before they strike. They have had their say, now it’s our turn to speak up.

Homophobic violence isn’t funny, it’s criminal, so speak up and tell someone about it.

Why should I speak up?
• Because if you speak up it encourages others to do likewise
• Because if you speak up it means they haven’t got away with it
• Because if you speak up it may stop them from doing it to someone else

What can I speak up about?
Any crime that you think was homophobic including: indecent or abusive language, assault, robbery, rape, theft, damage to property.

How can I speak up?
•Speak up to police at any police station. In an emergency always call 000
•If you want assistance or advice speak up to a police Gay and Lesbian Liaison officer (GLLO). Phone 03 9247 6944 to find the nearest GLLO to you or visit www.police.vic.gov.au
•Speak up to the gay communities Anti-Violence Project www.antiviolence.info
•Victim of Crimes Helpline: 1800 819 817
•Gay and Lesbian Switchboard: 03 9663 2474(metropolitan area) or 1800 184 527 (Country Victoria) www.switchboard.org.au

For more information on this initiative you can contact The ALSO Foundation on 03 9660 3900. Or you can read the attached outline in Word or Acrobat format.