Dear President [Last Name], I am reaching out to address a pressing concern: the increasing prevalence of shadow boycotts targeting Israeli, Jewish and openly Zionist academics at [University Name] and institutions nationwide. This harmful trend, which has grown in response to the Israel-Hamas war, undermines the values of academic freedom and diversity that form the cornerstone of higher education. Shadow boycotts entail the subtle yet systematic exclusion of Israeli, Jewish or openly Zionist…
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ADL is addressing antisemitism through advocacy and education to help Jewish students, teachers and allies feel safe in the classroom. Explore the toolkits now!
IntroductionThese talking points address critical issues about university endowment divestment from companies doing business in Israel. We aim to provide comprehensive insights into the economic, legal, academic, and social implications of such decisions. Background and Key Definitions1. ADL believes that many of the founding goals of the BDS movement, which if implemented, would eradicate Israel, are antisemitic. Some BDS advocates and campaigns engage in antisemitic rhetoric. Boycott,…
This parent/family discussion guide helps families engage in a discussion about the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack on Israel, its aftermath and how families can help.
As the leaders of the largest Jewish diaspora communities, we stand with Israel as it defends itself against the war launched by Hamas.
Definiciones de antisemitismo, antisionismo y prejuicio antiisraelí comúnmente utilizadas y malinterpretadas.
Estrategias para estar preparado ante situaciones antisemitas o antiisraelíes de la vida real a las que podrías enfrentarte y que han ocurrido en campus universitarios.
Si tú u otro estudiante judío es objeto de ataques en el campus, pueden estar preparados. Conoce a quién dirigirte, qué hacer y qué no hacer.
Preguntas frecuentes sobre la libertad de expresión, su protección y las diferencias entre universidades públicas y privadas.
Cómo mantener un debate concienzudo sobre el conflicto palestino-israelí y evitar los errores más comunes que podrían invocar el antisemitismo, el sesgo o la intolerancia.
Medidas proactivas que puedes tomar para disminuir el impacto de la actividad antisraelí en el campus y estar preparado en caso de tener que responder.
Learn tips on how to have conscientious discussions about this complex issue and how to avoid common pitfalls that could invoke antisemitism, bias or bigotry.
ADL has developed resources to help you respond to antisemitic incidents and anti-Israel bias. Explore these tools and learn more.
Definitions of antisemitism, anti-Zionism and anti-Israel bias.
Social media is a hotbed of antisemitism, anti-Israel hate, Holocaust denial and distortion and other conspiracy theories. Check out our tips on how to engage and disengage in the fight against antisemitism, anti-Israel bias, and hate on social media.
Strategies on how to be prepared for antisemitic or anti-Israel situation on campus, based on real life incidents
by: David Andrew Weinberg | December 13, 2021 Thirty years ago, the Gulf state of Kuwait was liberated from Iraqi forces by an American-led military coalition. Its society is exceptionally pluralistic, with large Sunni, Shi’ite and expatriate communities, and it has the most participatory system of government in the Arabian Peninsula.
Kuwait’s new ruler Amir Nawaf Al Sabah took office in September 2020, and during his biggest speech this year he called on the Kuwaiti nation to…
November 05, 2021 Statement on the inclusion of Dr. Sara Yael Hirschhorn as a panelist at the ADL 2021 Never Is Now Summit on Antisemitism and Hate.
Dr. Hirschhorn's scholarship, teaching, and public engagement work, as well as any casual look through her social media feed, will reveal a thoughtful and active voice speaking out against antisemitism and the harsh demonization of Israel. ADL aims to feature diverse expert voices, and we believe Dr. Hirschhorn will provide…
January 01, 1970 ADL proudly supports the right of the Jewish people, like other peoples, to self-determination. In the case of the Jews, this translates to the right to live in a Jewish, democratic state in their ancient homeland, Israel. ADL believes that the existence of Israel provides Jews with a safe haven from the bigotry and endangerment they have suffered perennially as a minority culture among non-Jewish majority cultures — be it from Tsarist pogroms, Hitler’s Third Reich…
by: Kenneth Jacobson
The Times of Israel The current crisis in Israel is disturbing on many levels. While there’s nothing new about Hamas raining rockets down on Israeli civilian centers, the heightened levels of sophistication of the rockets, combined with the distressing outburst of inter-communal violence in Israeli cities have added to the stark challenges facing Israel as it moves into the second week of conflict with Hamas.
Undoubtedly, the beginning of this current…