Panel discussion at Talladega College addresses how hate crimes can be prevented [Video]

TALLADEGA, Ala. (WBRC) – On Thursday, April 25, the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Northern District of Alabama, hosted a panel discussion about hate crime prevention at Talladega College.

United Against Hate is a nationwide initiative to educate Americans about hate crimes. This was the third discussion the Northern District of Alabama hosted.

The panel featured local law enforcement, community partners and a representative from the U.S. Attorney’s Office. They spoke on what hate crimes look like in their community, and how they are being reported and prosecuted.

U.S. Attorney Prim Escalona said through these conversations, she hopes people walk away knowing how to prevent hate crimes from happening in the first place.

“I hope this is an opportunity to talk about what is happening in the community, but also what can be done and how people can join forces. We often want to make sure there’s a level of trust. Often times what …