The organisers of an anti-racism forum that was cancelled due to threats have rescheduled the event for next month.
The Rise Against Racism forum, hosted by the Greens, was initially due to be held at the Hamilton Gallipoli Legion Club in May.
The event was cancelled when right-wing activists threatened to hold a counter-rally outside the venue.
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It will now be held at the Hunter Workers Building in King Street, Newcastle on November 4 between 6.30pm and 8pm.
Greens senator Mehreen Faruqi, who will speak at the forum, said she was keen to listen to those who had experienced racial abuse.
"The rise of the far right and racism continue to be of deep concern. We need to have big conversations in our communities and be completely honest about the spread of racism, xenophobia and hate speech in society," she said.
"The Greens proudly stand up against those that seek to spread fear and division in our multicultural society."
A panel will lead a discussion about the need to address racism in all its forms, strategies for engagement and how to lessen the impact of racism on minorities in Australia.
"Newcastle is a progressive and inclusive city that clearly says no to hate and hate speech. I am really looking forward to speaking with the public about how we can build community resilience and importantly, listen to those who face the impact of racist abuse," Senator Faruqi said.
