Confronting Antisemitism and Hate

CJP is confronting the troubling rise of antisemitism and anti-Zionism through powerful community initiatives and by amplifying the important work of our partners. Join us here to access resources, hear from local voices, and take action against this form of hate.

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Zibby Owens Curates Captivating Anthology on Modern Jewish Identity and Resilience

By Kara Baskin

Jew(ish)

Back to School: A Family Affair

By Dan Brosgol

Plus Kids

From History to Action: Teen Up Program Inspires Teens to Stand Against Antisemitism

By Lappin Foundation

Events

UC Berkeley campus in California. (Photo credit: BRAINCHILDVN/FLICKR/WIKIMEDIA COMMONS)

Top Pick

Careful Considerations: Antisemitism on Campus

Dec 5, 12:00 pm

Free

Hillel International

Thursday, December 5 12:00pm - 1:30pm

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Requires registration Free

Opening the Dialogue: Helping Youth Navigate Antisemitism

Dec 5, 4:00 pm

Free

CJP Teen Education & Engagement Network

Thursday, December 5 4:00pm - 5:00pm

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Requires registration Free

Standing Strong Against Antisemitism Workshop for Teens

Dec 8, 10:00 am

Temple Emanuel of Andover, Andover

Free

Temple Emanuel of Andover

Sunday, December 8 10:00am - 12:00pm

Temple Emanuel of Andover7 Haggetts Pond RdAndover, MA 01810

Requires registration Free

Top Pick

The Soviet Union’s Role in Global Antisemitism

Dec 15, 1:00 pm

Free

Soviet Jewry Movement Archive Project

Sunday, December 15 1:00pm - 2:00pm

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Requires registration Free

Catholic and Jewish Reactions to Antisemitism in Boston

1/22/2025, 6:00 pm

Free

Jewish Heritage Center

Wednesday, January 22 6:00pm - 7:00pm

See event description for location

Requires registration Free

Community News

A group of University students are seen from behind walking outside on campus as they make their way to class. They are dressed casually and have backpacks on as they talk together and make their way to school for the day.

11/18/2024 Top Pick

Campuses Are Ground Zero in Debates About Antisemitism

Universities have an important role in Jewish American history—highlighting both deep-seated prejudice toward Jews and Jewish students’ paths toward acceptance.

By Jonathan KrasnerFor Religion News Service

Yallapalooza Hannah Osofsky Hillel International

11/8/2024 Top Pick

Hillel Concert Series “Yallapalooza 2024” Visits Boston

Matisyahu, Noa Kirel and Nova Music Festival artists performed at Emerson Colonial Theater on Nov. 7 to uplift Jewish students amid rising antisemitism.

By Hillel International

11/7/2024 Top Pick

“Walking on Eggshells”: The Experience of Being Jewish in the Workplace Post-10/7

Antisemitism in professional environments has surged since Oct 7, 2023. Explore how Jewish employees are responding and ways to combat this growing intolerance.

By Kate WhitneyFor FaceJewishHate.org

10/20/2024 Top Pick

Antisemitism Is on the Rise in Mass. Peggy Shukur Is Fighting It

Peggy Shukur, vice president of ADL’s East Division in Boston, speaks about rising antisemitism, the war anniversary and how the Jewish and Israeli expat community is coping.

By John L. MicekFor MassLive

10/7/2024 Top Pick

One Year Later: Anti-Jewish and Anti-Muslim Hate Incidents Spike Since Oct. 7 Attacks

Hate crimes in general have reached record levels, based on FBI data.

By Sara ChernikoffFor USA Today

Simon Cataldo, Massachusetts House of Representatives, 14th Middlesex District

10/3/2024 Top Pick

Duo To Lead Antisemitism Commission

Massachusetts State Sen. John Velis and State Rep. Simon Cataldo are the co-chairs of the recently created commission.

By Colin A. YoungFor MSN

CJP Stronger Together Jewish Day Schools in Massachusetts – 5623

10/1/2024 Top Pick

Podcast: How Jewish Day Schools Are Responding to the Rise in Antisemitism

Why Jewish day schools seem to be a safe haven amid rising antisemitism faced by Jewish students since Oct. 7.

By From the Frontlines PodcastFor Anti-Defamation League

9/28/2024 Top Pick

FCAS Study: Antisemitism Rising Since Oct. 7

Antisemitism has surged in the U.S. since the Oct. 7 Hamas attack on Israel, a key finding from the “Stand Up to Jewish Hate: The US Antisemitism Landscape Survey.”

By Foundation to Combat Antisemitism

Resources

11/11/2024 Top Pick

“Extremely” Podcast

Hosted by ADL’s Oren Segal and Jessica Reaves, this new podcast gives audiences a window into the daily work of fighting, and disrupting, extremism and hate.

By Extremely PodcastFor ADL Center on Extremism

Ronald D. Liebowitz, the ninth president of Brandeis University

10/30/2024 Top Pick

Brandeis University President’s Initiative on Antisemitism

Founded last year, the initiative includes upcoming webinars for administrators in higher education.

By Brandeis University

10/2/2024 Top Pick

ADL, Brandeis Center, StandWithUs Launch Antisemitism Helpline for MA and NY K-12 Schools

A new helpline is now available to help parents, students and schools in Massachusetts and New York K-12 systems respond to incidents of antisemitism.

By Anti-Defamation League

9/28/2024 Top Pick

Building Bridges in the Fight Against Hate

Jewish and Muslim students and educators share how they’re building bridges to foster empathy and nuance while combating hate.

By Facing History & Ourselves

9/9/2024 Top Pick

College Decision Hub

Jewish families’ one-stop shop for everything related to the college decision process, from campus visit to application to selection.

By Hillel International

9/6/2024 Top Pick

Antisemitism on Campus: Understanding Hostility to Jews

A Brandeis University study seeks to gauge the extent of hostility toward Jews and Israel on campus.

By Cohen Center for Modern Jewish StudiesFor Brandeis University

skynesher iStock, classroom teacher school education students campus

9/3/2024 Top Pick

Confronting Antisemitism in Our Schools: An Action Plan for Public School Administrators

By implementing these recommendations, public schools can take significant steps toward countering antisemitism.

By AJC

Hispanolistic iStock, flight attendant safety demonstration travel airline aviation

8/26/2024 Top Pick

Parents of Jewish College Students: Please Turn Your Attention to This In-Flight Demonstration

Encourage your Jewish college student to stay connected to their heritage by engaging with campus groups like Hillel.

By Betsy Polk & Joyce GordonFor eJewish Philanthropy

Ways to Take Action

12/8/2023 Top Pick

Dispel the Darkness: #ShineALight on Antisemitism

This December, post a unified image and caption on Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn and TikTok.

By Shine A Light

Two lit Shabbat candles in front of challah

12/5/2023 Top Pick

Shine A Light Shabbat Dinner Guide

This Chanukah, we will come together to observe the inaugural Shine A Light Shabbat on Friday, Dec. 8.

By OneTable and Shine A Light

Cambridge, MA, USA - October 10, 2017: View of the iconic architecture of the Harvard University in Cambridge, MA, USA with some locals, tourists, and students passing by.

12/4/2023 Top Pick

How To Fight Antisemitism on College Campuses

The increase in antisemitic and anti-Zionist incidents has been deeply alarming, particularly as it has impacted our Jewish students on campuses.

By Combined Jewish PhilanthropiesFor FaceJewishHate.org

10/24/2023 Top Pick

Counter Hamas Propaganda and Antisemitism Online

Join us in calling on social media companies, including X, TikTok, Meta, Snap Inc. and YouTube, to curb antisemitism online.

By American Jewish Committee

9/26/2023 Top Pick

Staying Safe Against Cyberhate

Online abuse includes antisemitism; organizations suggest ways to respond.

By Rich TenorioFor FaceJewishHate.org

9/26/2023 Top Pick

A Deep Dive Into Cyberbullying

How to recognize it, what its effects are, and how to stop it.

By Rich TenorioFor FaceJewishHate.org

8/22/2023 Top Pick

At Brandeis, a New Holocaust Memorial Unlike Any Other

By Kara BaskinFor FaceJewishHate.org

Voices From Our Community

11/18/2024 Top Pick

My 7-Year-Old Was the Target of an Antisemitic Joke

“I slowed down the car, my heart pounding as I processed what I’d just heard.”

By Ash JurbergFor HuffPost

10/19/2024 Top Pick

What Does Allyship Mean as Antisemitism Surges?

Many Jews and Jewish organizations thought they had long-term allies, only to discover they didn’t once the Israel-Hamas war started.

By Ed GaskinFor Boston Herald

10/12/2024 Top Pick

Fresh Waves of Hate Hit Jews in Oct. 7 Aftermath

We are hostage to this moment. And while we wait, a tsunami of hate sends wave after crushing wave over us.

By Sara ColbFor Boston Herald

Cardinal Seán Patrick O’Malley at CJP’s Face Jewish Hate launch (Photo: Kataram Studios)

10/11/2024 Top Pick

‘God Wants Us To Be Friends’

In the past decade, hate against Jews has surged. Now, more than ever, leaders must follow Cardinal O’Malley’s example.

By Ron Fish & Lewis SassoonFor The Boston Pilot

Ted Eytan Flickr George Washington University

9/27/2024 Top Pick

Universities Must Act To Stop Surge of Antisemitism

Antisemitism is rising on university campuses, and it’s often ignored. I explore why schools must act now to protect Jewish students and ensure accountability.

By Shira GoodmanFor The Times of Israel Blogs

9/23/2024 Top Pick

Zibby Owens Curates Captivating Anthology on Modern Jewish Identity and Resilience

By Kara BaskinFor JewishBoston

9/16/2024 Top Pick

The 2025 Legislation Shaping Jewish Life in MA

We dive deep into our recent policy wins, breaking down over $12 million in state budget allocations that JCRC successfully advocated for this year.

By JCRC Boston Leaders Unplugged PodcastFor JCRC of Greater Boston