Over the past few weeks we’ve seen a spike in reports of harassment and hate crimes across New York City. We’re hearing stories of assault from our friends and our family – from Jews, Muslims, turbaned men and East Asians. So, at a time when many of our neighbors fear for their safety in public places, what are the best ways to stay safe?

Epicenter’s S. Mitra Kalita talks to Kalaya’an Mendoza to answer those questions. Kalaya’an is the director of mutual protection for Nonviolent Peaceforce, a global civil society organization. Kalaya’an also hosts bystander training and community safety workshops across New York City.

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