PROCLAMATION OF THE
MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
OBSERVING SEPTEMBER 21-27, 2024, AS
INLAND COUNTIES AGAINST HATE – SAN BERNARDINO
ANTI-HATE FORUM & UNITED AGAINST HATE WEEK
IN THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
WHEREAS, the City of San Bernardino stands for diversity, inclusivity, and respect for all, irrespective of race, national origin, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic; and WHEREAS, we reject hate, discrimination, and violence, aiming for a prejudice- free community; and
WHEREAS, we collectively promote acceptance, respect and tolerance, and unity, enabling residents to live, work, and thrive without fear; and WHEREAS, united, we strengthen and celebrate our city's rich tapestry of cultures and perspectives; and
WHEREAS, the San Bernardino Anti-Hate Forum and "United Against Hate Week" campaign embodies our collective commitment to foster an environment where every resident can live, work, and flourish without fear of hatred; and WHEREAS, we endorse the Inland Counties Against Hate Coalition’s San Bernardino Anti-Hate Forum and the "California vs Hate" coalition's mission to combat hate, prejudice, and intolerance such as anti-Blackness, anti-Immigrant actions, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, anti-Muslim hatred, and other bigoted views by emboldened hate groups and individuals and intolerance from our communities, and encourage communities to report hate incidents to the California vs Hate hotline; and WHEREAS, by joining with our fellow Inland Counties and California cities, we send a resounding message that we are united in our resolve to combat hate and promote acceptance; and
UNITED AGAINST HATE WEEK
We call upon all civic leaders, residents, businesses, schools, and organizations to unite against hate, join events, and champion inclusivity, tolerance, and unity.
During this week, we reaffirm our commitment to the following principles:
1. We denounce hate, discrimination, and violence in all forms.
2. We pledge to stand up against hate and support victims of hate incidents.
3. We encourage open dialogue and respectful conversations to bridge divides and promote understanding.
4. We celebrate the richness of our diverse community and the strength it brings to our city.
5. We commit to working together, in partnership with other California cities, to create a safe and welcoming environment for all.
Furthermore, we urge our community members to report any hate incidents to 211, the California vs Hate hotline at 833-8-NO-HATE or online at CAvsHate.org, in order to combat hate effectively and promote a safer environment for all.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED THAT the Mayor & City Council of San Bernardino are in enthusiastic support of the San Bernardino Anti-Hate forum, the Inland Counties Against Hate Forum series, United Against Hate Week, in solidarity with the "California vs Hate" coalition and partners, in our community on September 21st - 27th, 2024, and each and every day beyond.
Presented this 18th day of September 2024