American Jewish Committee (AJC), the global advocacy organization for the Jewish people, was joined today by roughly 50 Jewish community organizations from around the world to urge tech and social media companies to take prompt and effective action to counter “the surge in online content celebrating the terrorist organization Hamas and the heinous murders and related attacks it committed against 1,400 civilians in Israel on and since October 7, 2023.”
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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AJC, Dozens of Jewish Organizations Call on Tech Companies to Do More To Combat Surge in Antisemitism
AJC Thanks Group of International Special Envoys for Recognizing Immense Impact of Oct 7 Attacks on Rising Antisemitism
American Jewish Committee (AJC), the global advocacy organization for the Jewish people, today welcomed a joint statement from 32 Special Envoys and Coordinators on Combating Antisemitism from Europe, Latin America, the United States, Canada, and Israel. They cite the “immense impact” the October 7 Hamas terror attack has had on Jewish communities worldwide and the need for action in the face of the dangerous antisemitism that has ensued.
Julie Rayman on News Nation: The Dangerous Rise of Antisemitism and Misinformation
Julie Rayman, Managing Director, Policy and Political Affairs, joined News Nation to explain how despite positive strides and a National Strategy to Counter Antisemitism, which AJC is leading the implementation of across all sectors of society, anti-Jewish hate in all its guises poses a dangerous threat to Jews everywhere.
Reporting Antisemitism to Federal Agencies, Law Enforcement, and Social Media and AI Companies: Guidance by American Jewish Committee
Antisemitism is a deeply pervasive issue affecting the wellbeing of the Jewish community. In the wake of Hamas’ murderous terror attack against Israel on October 7 which left over 1,200 Israelis dead, thousands wounded, and over 240 hostages into Gaza, there has been an unprecedented spike in antisemitism in the U.S. and around the world. This guide was created to advise potential victims of bias-motivated discrimination or hate on how to file complaints and/or report hate crimes through official channels.
We Must Not – We Cannot – Allow the Normalization of Antisemitism in Society
Many faiths proudly have signs outside their houses of worship stating, “We’re open. Come on in.” Yet for the Jewish community, this is, sadly, not possible. The scourge of antisemitism has meant that synagogues must institute security measures rivaling that of international airports.
Anti-Zionism and Antisemitism
High schools and colleges across the country have seen concerning increases in anti-Zionist activity in recent years. This resource delves into the nuances and complexities surrounding anti-Zionism, and why these activities may be antisemitic.
Five Years Later: Reflections on the Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting at Tree of Life
This October marks the fifth anniversary of the Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting at Tree of Life. It was the deadliest antisemitic attack in US history. Hear from American Jews and allies about how the tragedy still impacts their day-to-day life, and why we need to fight antisemitism and all hate to create a safer world.
Five Years After Synagogue Murders, Antisemitism Still Hits Home
Even though I vividly recall being called antisemitic names in youth sports and the swastikas that vandalized my Jewish primary school, you do not make the leap to a gunman who would massacre Jews in a synagogue simply for being Jewish.
As Global Antisemitism Surges, FBI’s 2022 Hate Crimes Report Reflects Appalling Increase in Antisemitic Incidents
Today, in response to findings in the FBI’s 2022 Hate Crime Statistics Report, American Jewish Committee (AJC) expressed grave concern over the staggering number of hate crimes committed against the American Jewish community last year. Hate crimes against Jews increased by 37% in 2022, according to the data released by the FBI.
Combating Antisemitism on College Campuses--Like UPenn
For college students, campus is not just the center of their academic experience, it is also their home. While campuses should, of course, be places where principles of freedom of speech are honored, universities must speak out forcefully when hate descends on campus. University leadership must make clear that they do not condone any form of hate speech or bigotry, nor do they welcome it on campus.
American Jewish Committee Welcomes New Faith-Based Toolkit from White House to Counter Antisemitism
American Jewish Committee welcomed the Biden administration’s release of Allied Against Hate: A Toolkit for Faith Communities as part of the effort to implement the U.S. National Strategy to Counter Antisemitism.
AJC's Task Force: Leading the Implementation of the National Strategy to Counter Antisemitism
American Jewish Committee (AJC) is leading the effort to implement the U.S. National Strategy to Counter Antisemitism, which includes dozens of AJC's recommendations and closely resembles AJC's Call to Action Against Antisemitism in America. Following the Biden administration's May 2023 unveiling of the National Strategy, a move long advocated for by AJC, AJC CEO Ted Deutch announced the formation of the AJC Task Force to Implement the U.S. National Strategy.
What Jewish Students at Penn Want You to Know About Antisemitism and the Palestine Writes Event
All eyes have been on the University of Pennsylvania and the Palestine Writes event, a gathering meant to give voice to Palestinian art, poetry, and literature on campus. Penn students Maya Harpaz and Jonah Miller take you through what unfolded.
Antisemitism in Rural America Is a Major Problem; But We Can Help Fix It
As a fifth-generation Jew living in the Kansas City metro area, I often encounter surprise from other Jewish communities when they learn that there are Jews living in this region. Yes, there are Jews in Kansas City. More than that, there are Jews in Topeka, Manhattan, and Wichita — and in much smaller, more rural communities across Kansas, and the country.
American Jewish Committee Releases Guides to Help All Sectors of Society Implement U.S. National Strategy to Counter Antisemitism
American Jewish Committee (AJC), the global advocacy organization for the Jewish people, has created a series of guides to help various sectors of American society implement the recommendations put forth in the U.S. National Strategy to Counter Antisemitism.
VIDEO: UPenn Students React to Antisemitic Speakers on Campus with Jewish Unity
The Palestine Writes event at University of Pennsylvania made headlines for hosting antisemitic speakers. The Jewish community on campus responded by convening a 500-student strong Unity Shabbat hosted by Penn Hillel. Watch this video and hear from Penn students who were there to witness this powerful gathering firsthand.
A Public School Administrator's Guide for Countering Antisemitism
AJC's Task Force has created this guide for public school administrators to use to implement the U.S. National Strategy to Counter Antisemitism.
