Hate Crimes & Bias Incidents Hotline Community Survey

Help Shape Washington’s Hate Crimes & Bias Incidents Hotline

The Washington State Attorney General’s Office has launched the pilot phase of the new Hate Crimes & Bias Incidents Hotline, now available in King, Clark, and Spokane counties. This pilot will help shape a statewide resource launching January 1, 2027.

At GSBA, we know that safety begins with trust. That’s why we want to emphasize two important points up front:

  • The Hotline and this survey do not collect immigration status.
  • Your participation is anonymous, and no identifying information is required.

This Hotline is being built with community safety and dignity at its core. It is designed to:

  • Provide trauma-informed referrals to victim-centered, culturally competent service providers.
  • Collect data on hate crimes and bias incidents across Washington State, to be shared in annual public reports beginning in 2027.
  • Contact law enforcement only with the caller’s express consent.

To ensure this resource truly meets the needs of your community, the Attorney General’s Office wants to hear directly from you. Your voice matters. Your anonymous responses will help us understand:

  • Community awareness of the Hotline
  • Comfort with reporting hate crimes and bias incidents
  • Satisfaction with available supports and referrals
  • Community trust in this resource

The survey should take about 5 minutes to complete and will help shape a safer, more informed Washington for all.


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If you or someone in your community experienced a hate crime or bias incident, how comfortable would you feel reporting it to the Hotline?

For those who have used the Hotline (if applicable):
How satisfied are you with the support or information you received?


What, if anything, might prevent you or your community from using the Hotline?
(Open text – e.g., language, trust, fear of law enforcement involvement, lack of awareness, etc.)

How much do you trust government agencies to respond fairly and respectfully to hate crimes and bias incidents?

What would make the Hotline more helpful, accessible, or trustworthy for your community?

Do you have any other comments or feedback you would like to offer?