I am a victim of anti-social behaviour. Despite reporting numerous incidents, I have never received the help I so desperately needed. Instead, I have been targeted, displaced from the home I bought for two years , and now forced to walk away, leaving me to live on the streets. This is not just my story—it's a reality faced by countless Women of Colour who are systematically dismissed by Councils, Police, and Organisations that should be protecting us, not vilifying us.

All too often, Women of Colour facing anti-social behaviour are seen through a distorted lens. We are wrongly perceived as scorned women, misconstrued as having been involved with perpetrators of the same racial background. This harmful stereotype assumes that our distress stems from a failed relationship rather than legitimate victimhood. We are also unfairly characterized as intolerant toward a perpetrator's lifestyle, especially when it involves drug taking or dealing, simply because it clashes with our own values.

This biased perception needs to stop. Women of Colour deserve to be recognised as victims of anti-social behaviour, just like any other community members facing similar situations. It’s high time that Councils and Police enforce policies that ensure victims are treated with respect and given the necessary support, rather than letting stereotypes drive their actions or inaction.

Statistics and reports reveal that systemic racism and bias still persist in how authorities handle complaints from Women of Colour. This is a grave injustice that exacerbates the emotional and financial devastation caused by anti-social behaviour. It serves to further marginalise already vulnerable individuals, pushing them into precarious situations and, as in my case, even homelessness.

We call on local authorities, police forces, and related organisations to reform their approach to these cases. Training on implicit bias should become mandatory for all staff involved in handling complaints. Authorities must develop a clear, equitable, and transparent protocol to investigate and address instances of anti-social behaviour reported by Women of Colour. Additionally, there should be regular audits to ensure these protocols are being followed, and any deviations must be promptly corrected.

This isn't just about policy—it's about acknowledgment and respect. Stand with us in demanding that Women of Colour are treated fairly and protected from discrimination and bias. Sign this petition to urge decision-makers to enact these vital changes and end this cycle of injustice.