September 1, 2026 — Beachwood, Ohio
In early September, AJC Cleveland was pleased to welcome Holly Huffnagle, AJC Director of Antisemitism Policy and Jocelyn Flores, AJC Assistant Director of Antisemitism Policy, for two impactful programs on rising antisemitism and the challenges posed by the digital landscape.
The visit began with a Bridge to the World Reception, where AJC Leadership, along with members of the AJC National Leadership Council and Marshall Society, gathered to learn more about Holly’s work combating the rise of antisemitism. The reception fostered meaningful conversations about the challenges facing the Jewish community and the impact of AJC’s advocacy, policy, and education initiatives in confronting antisemitism across society.
Following the reception, AJC Cleveland presented the community program, “Antisemitism in the Age of Algorithms: Combating Hate in a Digital World.” Holly opened the evening by providing an overview of how emerging technologies are reshaping the spread of hate online and outlined AJC’s efforts to confront these challenges. The program featured a lively panel discussion moderated by AJC’s Jocelyn Flores, and included Galia Nurko (Enterprise AI Literacy Manager, Cleveland Clinic Foundation and Principal/Co-Founder, Groundwire Advisors) and Mike Stovsky (Partner, Technology Transactions & AI, Benesch, Friedlander, Coplan & Aronoff LLP and AJC Cleveland Board member), both speaking in their personal capacities.
Together, the panelists explored how social media platforms, artificial intelligence, and algorithm-driven technology can amplify antisemitic content and accelerate the spread of hate online. The discussion offered valuable insights into the intersection of technology, AI, and antisemitism while engaging attendees in a thoughtful conversation about practical solutions, digital responsibility, and opportunities for individual action.
Holly also highlighted AJC’s comprehensive strategy for addressing online hate and discussed AJC’s Playbook, which outlines the critical roles of government, technology companies, educational institutions, civil society organizations, and individuals in creating safer digital spaces.
Read the Cleveland Jewish News article covering the panel discussion: AJC panel: Antisemitism grows with time on social media | Local News | clevelandjewishnews.com
