{"id":148,"date":"2026-06-09T10:09:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-09T09:09:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/dg\/educationcpandsafeguarding\/?page_id=148"},"modified":"2026-06-11T13:21:26","modified_gmt":"2026-06-11T12:21:26","slug":"dgc-race-aware-programme","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/dg\/educationcpandsafeguarding\/dgc-race-aware-programme\/","title":{"rendered":"Responding to Racial Incidents"},"content":{"rendered":"
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\nOUR COMMITMENT
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\n\u201cRacism exists within our education system, interpersonally and institutionally.<\/p>\n

We commit to eradicating racism through our anti-racist actions and policies.\u201d
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\nSource:\n<\/p>\n

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\nWhole School Approach to Racism and Racist Incidents (Scottish Government)
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\nThis section provides guidance for schools on identifying, investigating, addressing, reporting and logging racial incidents. The aim is to support a consistent, proportionate and anti-racist response across Dumfries and Galloway schools.\n<\/p>\n

\nResponding to Racial Incidents
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1. Identification of a Racial Incident<\/h3>\n

Supporting staff to recognise racial incidents, understand the difference between inappropriate language, hate incidents and hate crimes, and know when further advice or escalation may be required.<\/p>\n

\n Read more \u2192<\/a>\n <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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2. Investigation of a Racial Incident at School Level<\/h3>\n

Supporting schools to gather information, consider context, speak with those involved and respond fairly and consistently.<\/p>\n

\n Read more \u2192<\/a>\n <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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3. How to Address a Racial Incident<\/h3>\n

Supporting schools to address harm, support affected learners, engage with families and use educational or restorative approaches where appropriate.<\/p>\n

\n Read more \u2192<\/a>\n <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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4. Reporting and Logging a Racial Incident<\/h3>\n

Supporting schools to understand where incidents should be recorded, including education reporting systems, Health & Safety reporting routes and when Police Scotland should be contacted.<\/p>\n

\n Read more \u2192<\/a>\n <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)<\/h3>\n

Answers to common questions about racial incidents, hate incidents, hate crime, reporting requirements, Police Scotland involvement and restorative approaches.<\/p>\n

\n Read more \u2192<\/a>\n <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Guiding Principles<\/h2>\n
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Safeguarding First<\/strong>
\nThe safety and wellbeing of all pupils is our priority.<\/div>\n
Trauma-Informed Approach<\/strong>
\nWe respond with empathy, respect and understanding.<\/div>\n
Equity, Inclusion & Respect<\/strong>
\nWe challenge racism and promote belonging for all.<\/div>\n
Consistency & Accountability<\/strong>
\nWe follow clear procedures and keep accurate records.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
Next steps:<\/strong> Each section will include further guidance, flowcharts, practical examples and links to relevant local and national resources.<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

OUR COMMITMENT \u201cRacism exists within our education system, interpersonally and institutionally. We commit to eradicating racism through our anti-racist actions and policies.\u201d Source: Whole School Approach to Racism and Racist Incidents (Scottish Government) This section provides guidance for schools on identifying, investigating, addressing, reporting and logging racial incidents. The aim is to support a consistent, proportionate and anti-racist response across Dumfries and Galloway schools. Responding to Racial Incidents 1. Identification<\/p>\n

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