Given the rise of Islamophobia and hate crimes targeting the Muslim community, it is important that event organizers be prepared to respond effectively to potential threats or disruptions. This tip sheet has been produced to help Muslim Council of Peel member organizations hosting events in the current climate consider security and safety in Islamic centres, schools, banquet halls, community centres and other public venues. It is also a helpful tool for any event organizer tackling a topic which may attract protests or disruptions from individuals motivated by anti-Semitism, Islamophobia or any other form of xenophobia.
Click to download: Event Security and Safety Tip-Sheet
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