Tempe strives to be a welcoming, inclusive community. Unfortunately, no community is exempt from experiences of hate and hate crimes.

That doesn’t mean we can’t work to end hate in our community. Read our booklet, It Starts with Me, to get information on discrimination, hate, hate crimes and their effects, tools to help stop the cycle of hate and resources for those who have been affected by it. 

Read and download this booklet with clickable links to resources:

Report a hate/bias motivated incident

If you’ve experienced or witnessed something that feels wrong and think it may have been motivated by bias or prejudice, we’re here to listen. Whether it’s a comment, action, or behavior that made you feel unsafe or targeted because of who you are or who someone thinks you are — no matter how small — it’s worth reporting. You can share your experience completely anonymously if that’s what makes you most comfortable. Every report helps us better protect our community and prevent future harm. If you want to report an active event or are in an unsafe situation, please call 9-1-1.

Report a Hate/Bias-Motivated Crime Here

CROWN Act resources

The CROWN Act protects people from hair-based discrimination. If you would like copies of the poster or flyer shown below, please reach out to our Diversity Office by emailing diversity@tempe.gov or calling 480-350-8979.  Get details on CRown Act provisions in Tempe by reading Tempe's Anti-discrimination Ordinance.