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Impacts of hate-motivated acts Acts of hatred have diverse and often also long-lasting impacts on victims. The harm caused by acts of hatred is not only targeted at the individual but at the wider group of people to which the victim belongs or is ...

Work against hate acts A hostile atmosphere harms both individuals and the functioning of society in many ways. At its worst, hostility can lead to constant fear and the escalation of violence. For this reason, early and adequate intervention is i...

How to intervene in acts of hatred There is no quick and easy solution for preventing and intervening in acts of hatred. Instead, it requires long-term efforts. Below are instructions for different situations. Video: The missing factor. Let’s inte...

Concepts Act of hatred In principle, an act of hatred can be any act motivated by prejudices or hostility toward the background, reference group or personal characteristics of the subject. An act of hatred is an umbrella term that includes hate sp...

Glossary Afrophobia Afrophobia is a form of racism that targets individuals, groups and communities of African descent. Afrophobia ultimately seeks to dehumanise its target, and is linked to historical injustices experienced by black people, such ...

Frequently asked questions What does equality mean? According to the Constitution of Finland, people are equal before the law. No one may be treated differently from other people based on their gender, age, origin, language, religion, belief, opin...

Frequently asked questions What does equality mean? According to the Constitution of Finland, people are equal before the law. No one may be treated differently from other people based on their gender, age, origin, language, religion, belief, opin...

Everyday anti-racist acts Anti-racism is ultimately always about reducing racism. Active anti-racist measures are needed to bring about change. This means actively intervening in inappropriate behaviour and discrimination. Passively objecting to r...

6.5.2025 | Towards more equitable communications Equitable communications are impactful communications. They pay attention to the needs of different target groups and are respectful of all people. When communications support equality and non-discrimination, ...

22.12.2025 | Syrjintä Suomessa 2017–2019 Tietoraportti Oikeusministeriön julkaisuja Justitieministeriets publikationer 2020:20Selvityksiä ja ohjeita Utredningar och anvisningar Syrjintä Suomessa 2017–2019 Tietoraportti Oikeusministeriö, Helsinki 2020 Oikeusmin...