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ADL has been closely tracking how states are addressing antisemitism and supporting their Jewish communities. In 2024, ADL tabulated 9,354 antisemitic incidents across the United States – a 5% increase from 2023, a 344% increase over the past five years, and an 893% increase over the past decade. These numbers underscore the urgent need for state-level action. As highlighted in our first-of-its-kind Jewish Policy Index (JPI), our goal is to provide a tool that advocates, educators and…
Episode 4.10: From October 8 to D.C. and BoulderOren Segal speaks with filmmaker Wendy Sachs about the parallels between the aftermath of the October 7 Hamas attack on Israel and the response to the recent deadly antisemitic attacks in Washington, D.C., and Boulder. They also discuss the impact of Sachs’ documentary, October 8th: The Fight for the Soul of America, which examines the surge of antisemitism seen at protests, on college campuses, across social media, and beyond in the…
National heritage and celebration months are excellent opportunities to explore, celebrate and educate about the many cultures and peoples of the United States.
Episode 4.9Long, long ago – like 2013 – going viral frequently meant being named, shamed and canceled. These days, you're just as likely to receive accolades – and a nice, tidy payday – as you are to receive scorn. Join Oren and Jessica as they delve into the online riches of going bigotedly viral. Subscribe and ListenYou’ll come away with timely, expert insights into the extremist landscape.
Independent K-12 schools play a critical role in shaping not only academic excellence but also the moral and social values of future generations. Since October 7, Jewish students and families in K-12 schools have experienced a disturbing rise in antisemitism – making it clear that schools must take clear, decisive action. This includes having zero indifference toward antisemitism – particularly antisemitic symbols and antisemitic classroom content, which are increasingly becoming…
In response to mounting incidents, ADL and the Academic Engagement Network (AEN) have developed this toolkit to help address antisemitism and anti-Israel bias and to foster inclusive academic spaces that welcome diverse perspectives on Israel and the broader Middle East. It is intended for Jewish and Zionist faculty, staff and others experiencing antisemitism and anti-Israel bias in their professional academic associations and scholarly societies. This resource includes real-world…
Academic associations play a vital role in fostering scholarly exchange, advancing knowledge and upholding professional integrity. As leaders within these organizations, it is essential to ensure that all members feel respected, safe and included – regardless of their identity or background. In recent years, concerns about antisemitism within academic spaces have grown, including instances of exclusion, bias and politicization that target Jewish, Israeli and Zionist individuals…
Episode 4.8: Antisemitism in America: The Stories Behind the NumbersReleased on April 22, 2025, ADL’s 2024 Audit of Antisemitic Incidents tabulated 9,354 antisemitic incidents of harassment, vandalism and assault across the U.S.—the highest number recorded since ADL began tracking these incidents in 1979. In this episode of extremely, Oren and Jessica sit down with three of ADL’s Regional Directors for a closer look at how antisemitism is manifesting in communities…
Guide for educators of common questions that may arise when teaching Jewish American Heritage lesson plans.
Engage in a family conversation about the origins of Jewish American Heritage Month and why we celebrate and commemorate it.
Episode 4.7ADL's annual Never Is Now summit took place in early March 2025 in New York City, and extremely™ was there for a live taping. In this episode, hosts Oren Segal and Jessica Reaves weighed in on the funding of extremism, the online cultures of violence and where the lines between misogyny and extremism begin to blur. Plus, they opened up the floor to questions from the show's listeners. extremely™ is a podcast from the ADL Center on Extremism. Sign up for our weekly…
Episode 4.6On this inaugural episode of extremely™ brief, the letter 'A' is for accountability. First, we look at the pardon of approximately 1,500 January 6 insurrectionists, including roughly 200 who were directly convicted of instigating violence against law enforcement that day. Now out of prison, they are free to seek revenge, run for office or possibly just peruse their local library. Meta announced it was removing its agreement with a consortium of fact-checkers in favor of …
Children's books about Jewish people and the Jewish experience
Subscribe and ListenYou’ll come away with fresh perspectives on campus life for Jewish students. chai-er ed™, hosted by ADL’s Luda Isakharov, is a weekly podcast that amplifies the voices of Jewish students, explores campus challenges and offers an understanding of the Jewish lived experience on Campus. Featuring compelling conversations, firsthand accounts and expert insights, the series includes monthly interviews and features student success…
Provides information about antisemitic bullying, how it takes places in schools and among young people and what educators can do.
Episode 4.5: “Create Just Worlds": Can We Break Extremism's Hold on Gaming?Video games are supposed to be fun and provide players with safe, supportive communities. Unfortunately and unsurprisingly, extremists are ruining gaming for everyone. On this month’s episode of extremely, Oren Segal and Jessica Reaves talk to Mariana Olaizola Rosenblat, Policy Advisor on technology and law at the NYU Stern Center for Business and Human Rights. Rosenblat studies the societal impact of…
The Anti-Bias Framework recognizes and builds an understanding of bias and takes steps to address it.
The Four Pillars of Challenging Antisemitism support learners in applying anti-bias skills and knowledge to antisemitism