Chair Salaam: underreporting and importance of community partnerships

We also know that hate crimes are chronically underreported, not necessarily because of distrust in government, although that can be a part of it.

Instead, many turn to their communities for trusted support when they have been the target of hate and bias.

This is why it's crucial that we partner with community-based organizations to build trust, to encourage reporting, and to connect affected individuals and communities with the resources and support they need.

Today we will hear from three offices whose work reflects this principle.

The Office for the Prevention of Hate Crimes,

the Mayor's Office to Combat Antisemitism, and the Mayor's Office of Faith-Based and Community Partnerships.

I look forward to a thoughtful discussion surrounding these issues, as well as feedback and testimony from the administration and, of course, members of our public.