Purpose: To provide an understanding of both the current and antecedents to antisemitism’s rise  on campus and across the nation. Participants will learn about strategies to both recognize and combat antisemitism when experienced or witnessed. Additionally, the workshop will equip participants with definitions and language to establish shared knowledge.

Date: Tuesday, February 27, 2024 (new date)

Time: 6:00pm-7:00pm

Location: Stephen Robert '62 Campus Center, 75 Waterman Street, 2nd Floor Petteruti Lounge

Organizer(s): OIED and Dr. Paul Nahme and Rabbi Josh Bolton

Proposed Content:

• Establish a common language around the complexity of Jewish identity (e.g., cultural vs. religious vs. racial) and where/how they intersect.
• Establish a common language around Jewish identity and antisemitism.
• Operationally define key concepts related to issues of power, privilege, and socialization as well as those related to discrimination and identity.
• Build an understanding of the structural roots of antisemitism impact.
• Unpack dominant narratives around Jewish identity.
• Develop skills to speak out and act against antisemitism.
• Identify the importance of becoming actively committed to combating antisemitism on an individual and collective level.