The Power of Education

The Associated’s Center for Countering Antisemitism and Hate is partnering with educators to provide resources that teach against antisemitism.

We have work to do in educating the next generation about antisemitism and its ramifications.

From the hostile anti-Jewish rhetoric on college campuses to the significant gaps in Holocaust education and the increasing instances of Holocaust denial, The Associated’s Center for Countering Antisemitism and Hate will provide age appropriate programming to educate and counter these misperceptions.

Antisemitism is growing. It is like deja vu. Here we go again. That is why I started speaking at schools and colleges.

— Felicia, First-Generation Holocaust Survivor and part of BJC’s Speaker’s Bureau
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Breaking New Ground

Here are just some of the ways the Center is paving the way towards meaningful partnerships with public and private education for students in K-12 schools and at colleges and universities.

Raising Awareness

We believe that the fight against antisemitism is a collective responsibility that transcends individual communities. Antisemitism is not merely a Jewish issue; it’s a reflection of societal intolerance. By turning a blind eye to it, we inadvertently grant society a broader license to harbor hatred. We urge every individual to care about combatting antisemitism, contributing to the creation of a more compassionate and caring community.

The Associated’s Partnerships with Baltimore-Area Hillels

Beth H. Goldsmith visits Goucher and Maryland Hillels, both funded by The Associated, to talk with staff and students about what is happening on college campuses.

Holocaust Education

Through The Center, The Associated will strengthen our existing educational efforts in our schools, providing learning experiences that address the Holocaust, rising antisemitism and other related topics.

Holocaust survivor testimony is the most effective and valuable method we have to teach the Holocaust to today’s students. The Baltimore Jewish Council, part of The Associated network, works with local schools to place appropriate speakers.

The Jewish Museum of Maryland and the Baltimore Jewish Council

The Jewish Museum of Maryland and Baltimore Jewish Council, part of The Associated network, provide Teacher Workshop programs that ensure people never forget the tragedy that was the Holocaust.

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Countering Antisemitism Through Information

Misinformation, antisemitic tropes and anti-Zionist rhetoric are everywhere, and many of us are not armed with the facts to counter what we see and what. The best way to fight antisemitism is through education, equipping people with the knowledge and facts to confidently challenge hateful narratives in public spaces, on college campuses and across social media.
360%

increase in antisemitic incidents reported since October 7

56%

of Jewish have altered behavior out of fear of antisemitism

73%

of Jewish college students experienced or witnessed antisemitism on campus

Combatting Antisemitism on Campus: Virtual Town Hall

The Associated hosted a virtual town hall, moderated by Andrew Cushnir, with its five local area Hillels to discuss the current state of Jewish life on college campuses.

Report An Antisemitic Event

Have you experienced or observed an antisemitic incident? The Associated, The Baltimore Jewish Council and the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) want to know.  Anyone who has experienced or witnessed verbal comments, antisemitic symbols or other forms of antisemitism are encouraged to report the incident.

You can play an important role in our mission to counter antisemitism and hate.

Report an Incident

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