Granted, not every criticism of Israel is antisemitic, nor is that criticism necessarily antizionist by default. Criticism of a government’s policies is legitimate and inevitable in any democracy—and it happens every day in Israel. However, too often, hostility toward Israel morphs into hostility toward Jews.
Everything You Need to Know About Antisemitism
Antisemitism is a tangible threat to Jews and the very fabric of democratic societies. American Jewish Committee (AJC), with a global presence, works every day to combat Jew-hatred through global diplomacy, political advocacy, coalition building, and strategic communications.
The resources below include key insights on antisemitism including the connection between antisemitism and anti-Zionism, antisemitism from the far-right, the far-left, and in the name of Islam. It also includes explanations of philosemitism, the Working Definition of Antisemitism, white supremacists, Holocaust distortion, conspiracy theories, and more.
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Jews Should Not Have to Explain Themselves Just for Being Jewish
What Is the Jewish American Security Act and What Would It Do?
The Jewish American Security Act is a bipartisan bill designed to strengthen protections against antisemitism in schools, places of worship, community institutions, and online. Learn how it would improve civil rights enforcement, school reporting procedures, community security, and federal coordination to better protect Jewish Americans.
FULL ANALYSIS: “Friendly Faces” of Antisemitism?
Political Antisemitism in the Alternative for Germany Party. A Report from American Jewish Committee (AJC) By Lars Rensmann1
Dozens of American Leaders Contribute to AJC's Playbook to Combat Antisemitism
Here is the story of how AJC and more than 60 leaders across society worked together to develop a practical, coordinated approach to countering antisemitism grounded in real-world experience and titled AJC's Combating Antisemitism Playbook.
Why Did the Modern Language Association Reject an Anti-Israel Resolution—and Why Does It Matter?
Following advocacy by AJC’s Center for Education Advocacy (CEA), members of the Modern Language Association (MLA) recently rejected Resolution 2026-1, an anti-Israel measure that sought to dismiss concerns about antisemitism as “weaponized” while falsely accusing Israel of genocide.
AJC Sharon Greene Award for Campus Advocacy: Jonathan Iadarola | Australasian Union
At AJC Global Forum 2026, the AJC Sharon Greene Award for Campus Advocacy was presented to Jonathan Iadarola, Class of 2027 at Adelaide University, representing the Australasian Union of Jewish Students.
AJC Sharon Greene Award for Campus Advocacy: Sophie Kalmin | Emory Hillel
At AJC Global Forum 2026, the AJC Sharon Greene Award for Campus Advocacy was presented to Sophie Kalmin, Class of 2026 at Emory University, representing Emory Hillel.
AJC Releases Groundbreaking Playbook to Combat Evolving Antisemitism
In response to surging antisemitism in the United States that is increasingly violent, American Jewish Committee (AJC) today released its Combating Antisemitism Playbook, a new framework to enable leaders across society to understand, respond to, and prevent antisemitism.
A Bipartisan Resolution Condemning Antisemitic Rhetoric | AJC Global Forum 2026
At AJC Global Forum 2026, U.S. Representatives Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ) and Mike Lawler (R-NY) discussed their bipartisan efforts to confront antisemitism and condemn antisemitic rhetoric.
AJC Sharon Greene Award for Campus Advocacy: 3 Student Leaders Who Are Jewish and Proud
At AJC Global Forum, the AJC Sharon Greene Award for Campus Advocacy was presented to three remarkable students on behalf of their campus organizations who have stood tall in the face of rising antisemitism and hostility on college campuses.
AJC, Jewish Representative Council of Ireland Forge Historic Partnership to Counter Antisemitism
American Jewish Committee (AJC) and the Jewish Representative Council of Ireland (JRCI) announced at AJC Global Forum 2026 a formal partnership agreement to deepen their cooperation in combating anti-Jewish and anti-Israel hate.
AJC Sharon Greene Award for Campus Advocacy: Jake Rymer | University of Chicago
At AJC Global Forum 2026, the AJC Sharon Greene Award for Campus Advocacy was presented to Jake Rymer, Class of 2027 at the University of Chicago, representing Maroons for Israel.
San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria Receives the Inaugural Donald M. Ephraim Global Jewish Advocacy Award | AJC Global Forum 2026
At AJC Global Forum 2026, San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria received the inaugural Donald M. Ephraim Global Jewish Advocacy Award in recognition of his steadfast support for the Jewish community, his leadership in combating antisemitism, and his commitment to standing with Jewish communities during times of challenge.
The State of Global Antisemitism | AJC Global Forum 2026
Two and a half years after October 7 — the deadliest day for the Jewish people since the Holocaust — antisemitism continues to surge worldwide. At AJC Global Forum 2026, leading experts examine how antisemitism is evolving across political extremes, online spaces, campuses, and public discourse.
Rewriting the Narrative: Jewish Voices in the Entertainment Industry | AJC Global Forum 2026
At AJC Global Forum 2026, writer, producer, actor, and comedian Jamie Denbo joins Grammy-nominated songwriter, music publisher, and entrepreneur Billy Mann; Deborah Marcus; and Lori York for a conversation moderated by Dov Wilker, AJC Vice President, Advocacy and Innovation; Regional Director, AJC Atlanta.
Honoring Rabbi Andrew Baker with AJC’s Lifetime Achievement in Jewish Advocacy Award
At AJC Global Forum 2026, Rabbi Andrew Baker was honored with AJC’s Lifetime Achievement in Jewish Advocacy Award in recognition of an extraordinary career dedicated to safeguarding Jewish communities, advancing Holocaust remembrance and restitution, and strengthening the Jewish future through global diplomacy and principled leadership.
AJC and AIJAC: Standing Together Against Global Antisemitism | AJC Global Forum 2026
At AJC Global Forum 2026, Shira Loewenberg, Director of AJC’s Asia Pacific Institute (API), and Joel Burnie, Executive Manager of the Australia/Israel & Jewish Affairs Council (AIJAC), reflect on the decades-long partnership between American Jewish Committee (AJC) and AIJAC — and the urgent challenges facing Jewish communities today.
AJC CEO Ted Deutch and Vanderbilt Chancellor Daniel Diermeier on Countering Antisemitism | AJC Global Forum 2026
At AJC Global Forum 2026, Vanderbilt University Chancellor Daniel Diermeier joined AJC CEO Ted Deutch for a timely conversation on leadership, moral responsibility, and the role of higher education in confronting antisemitism.
The Enduring Impact of Sarah Milgrim and Yaron Lischinsky
AJC remembers Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim with deep sorrow and profound gratitude—for lives that embodied courage, compassion, and an unshakable belief in a better future.
AJC CEO Ted Deutch Unveils AJC’s New Combating Antisemitism Playbook at Global Forum 2026
Live from the AJC Global Forum stage, AJC CEO Ted Deutch announced the release of a groundbreaking new resource: AJC’s Combating Antisemitism Playbook, which offers tailored strategies for every sector of society, recognizing that combating hate and strengthening democratic values requires collective action to ensure safe and thriving Jewish communities.
