UK helpline launched for east and south-east Asian victims of racism

Organisers say On Your Side set up in response to dramatic rise in hate crime directed towards ESEA people since start of pandemic

A free nationwide 24-hour helpline offering support for east and south-east Asian victims of racism and other forms of hate in the UK has been launched.

The On Your Side helpline will be run by specialist advisers to provide tailored and culturally sensitive support. Longer-term support from a trained casework advocate will be offered, with case workers helping people understand their rights and direct them to specialist support services.