Addressing Antisemitic Incidents with Allyship and Advocacy

GRADE LEVEL: Middle School, High School

Overview

For the past several years, the number of antisemitic incidents across the U.S. has surged. These incidents include vandalism, swastikas and other antisemitic graffiti, bomb threats, harassment and assaults. K-12 schools have also experienced a steep increase in antisemitic incidents. This activity helps students understand what these incidents are, where they take place and their impact on individuals and society. It invites them to explore ways that they and others can engage in allyship and advocacy when facing or seeing these concerning incidents.

In this activity, students will:

• Understand what antisemitism is.
• Reflect on the prevalence of and surge in antisemitic incidents.
• Identify ways to act as an ally or advocate when facing antisemitic incidents in their school, community or society.