Hate Crime Services

Victim Support Greater Manchester

Victim Support Greater Manchester can give you practical help and advice, and the emotional support you need to cope and recover from hate crime.

They understand that effects of hate crime can last a long time. They can help immediately after an incident or any time after the crime and will listen to you in confidence and offer information, practical help and emotional support. Additionally they can help you to navigate the criminal justice system and give you information about dealing with a range of organisations, such as your employer and housing agencies, Services are free and available to everyone, whether or not the crime has been reported and regardless of when it happened.

If you've been affected by hate crime call If you've been affected by harassment or stalking call the victim care team, call Catch22, who deliver the victims services in Greater Manchester. This service is not run by Victim Support.  You can call Catch22 on 0800 876 6155. Lines are open 8am – 6pm Monday to Saturday, and until 8pm on Wednesdays. 

If you need support outside of hours, call the free support line on 08 08 16 89 111 or request support via the website.

Our live chat service is an online messaging exchange with one of our trained supporters if you need support after crime or a traumatic incident. We can listen to you, explain your rights and options, and talk to you about further support. But it’s not designed to be an ongoing support option. Free live chat support service available 24/7.

Contact Details

 Catch 22 0800 876 6155    Lines are open 8am – 6pm Monday to Saturday, and until 8pm on Wednesdays. 

 Support line 08 08 16 89 111 Outside of hours

On Your Side

On Your Side is for anybody in the UK who identifies as part of an East or Southeast Asian community. This is the place you can find support and make a report if you experience or witness racism or any form of hate.

Contact Details

0808 801 0393