{"id":76452,"date":"2025-10-20T14:05:39","date_gmt":"2025-10-20T21:05:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lapost.us\/?p=76452"},"modified":"2025-10-20T14:05:39","modified_gmt":"2025-10-20T21:05:39","slug":"la-vs-hate-joins-supervisor-horvath-and-county-leaders-to-launch-united-against-hate-week-in-la-new-san-fernando-valley-mural-unveiled","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lapost.us\/?p=76452","title":{"rendered":"LA vs Hate Joins Supervisor Horvath and County Leaders to Launch United Against Hate Week In LA; New San Fernando Valley Mural Unveiled"},"content":{"rendered":"

LOS ANGELES, CA \u2013\u00a0<\/strong>Today\u00a0LA vs Hate<\/a>, the county\u2019s anti-hate program, launched United Against Hate Week in partnership with LA County Supervisor Lindsey Horvath, the San Fernando Valley Community Mental Health Center, and partners, activists, community leaders, and residents, who came together to call for action against the rise in hate, and to urge anyone experiencing hate or discrimination to get confidential support and free assistance by reporting to\u00a0LAvsHate.org<\/a>\u00a0or calling 211.<\/p>\n

The event featured the unveiling of “Sunset Luminaries”, a new mural at the San Fernando Valley Community Mental Health Center, a key member of LA vs Hate\u2019s Rapid Response Network. Created by Carlos Rogel, the mural reflects themes of peace, empathy, and inclusion\u2014values central to the Center\u2019s work, providing both mental health services and support to anyone experiencing bullying, bias-related harassment, or hate violence.<\/p>\n

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Robin Toma, Executive Director LA County Commission on Human Relations (behind podium) stands in solidarity with community partners and leaders holding LA vs Hate “Signs of Solidarity” yard signs to bolster community unity and combat hate at the United Against Hate Week Launch at the San Fernando Valley Community Mental Health Center on Monday, October 20.<\/p>\n

In response to challenges Angelenos have faced in recent months, including widespread ICE raids and politically divisive rhetoric, speakers emphasized solidarity with the immigrant and vulnerable communities that have been targeted. United Against Hate Week and murals like “Sunset Luminaries” serve as powerful reminders that Angelenos are united in protecting the safety, dignity, and human rights of all.<\/p>\n

The new mural is part of LA vs Hate\u2019s newest\u00a0Signs of Solidarity<\/a>\u00a0campaign, a grassroots initiative aimed at addressing alarming increases in hate by distributing community signage \u2014including yard signs, posters, and murals \u2014to deter would-be haters and foster a shared neighborhood identity rooted in inclusion and respect for diversity. “Sunset Luminaries” is LA vs Hate\u2019s 10th mural in Los Angeles, reflecting the program\u2019s focus on arts and culture to engage communities, foster safe spaces, amplify messages against hate, and offer assistance to anyone experiencing any form of hate or discrimination. To view all of LA vs Hate\u2019s murals, click\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\u201cUnited Against Hate Week is more than a campaign\u2014it’s a call to action. At a time when fear and division threaten our most vulnerable communities, this mural and the solidarity it represents serve as declarations that hate has no home in Los Angeles County,\u201d said\u00a0Supervisor Lindsey P. Horvath<\/strong>. \u201cWe stand with our immigrant neighbors, with LGBTQ+ communities, with people of all faiths and backgrounds\u2014because our diversity is our strength. I\u2019m proud to partner with LA vs Hate and the San Fernando Valley Community Mental Health Center to uplift healing, unity, and the shared humanity that binds us all.\u201d<\/p>\n

“United Against Hate Week gives our multitude of partners \u2013 and anyone who wants to make a difference – the chance to ramp up our efforts to collectively overwhelm hate, no matter if it\u2019s coming from a neighbor or a federal agent – with unity and action,” said\u00a0Robin Toma, Executive Director, LA County Commission on Human Relations<\/strong>. “This mural reflects the resilience and diversity of the San Fernando Valley and stands as a visible symbol of hope and solidarity, especially for communities facing heightened fear and targeted discrimination. It reminds us of the ongoing work we must do to prevent hate and support those most affected.”<\/p>\n

According to the Los Angeles County Commission on Human Relations\u2019\u00a02023 Hate Crime Report<\/a>, reported hate crimes increased 45% from 930 in 2022 to 1,350 in 2023\u2014the highest number recorded since tracking began in 1980.<\/p>\n

United Against Hate Week<\/a>\u00a0(UAHW), taking place October 19\u201325, is a statewide call to civic action against hate, discrimination, and bias. Each year, community leaders, activists, and residents come together to take action against the hate that threatens our communities.<\/p>\n

Now in its eighth year in Los Angeles County, UAHW grew out of a 2017 Bay Area poster campaign responding to white supremacist rallies in Berkeley and San Francisco and was established as an annual event by Not in Our Town, a national anti-hate organization. Each year, communities across the country participate in hosting webinars, screenings, art projects, community dialogues, and other events designed to engage residents and strengthen efforts to combat hate.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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