What to do if you're a victim of racism in Australia

Australians have a number of ways to report racism, but the vast majority of incidents go unreported.

The COVID-19 pandemic has seen a spike in racist incidents. Source: AAP

With many advocacy groups saying COVID-19 is fuelling racism around Australia, victims are being urged to report any kind of racist attack.

But without a national reporting system, processes are often confusing, leaving most incidents unaddressed and uncounted.

SBS News looks at what you can do if you experience racism.

Read the full article in English here. 

People in Australia must stay at least 1.5 metres away from others and gatherings are limited to two people unless you are with your family or household.

If you believe you may have contracted the virus, call your doctor (don’t visit) or contact the national Coronavirus Health Information Hotline on 1800 020 080. If you are struggling to breathe or experiencing a medical emergency, call 000.

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