Right now, in the United States, we are witnessing levels of anti-Jewish attitudes and antisemitic incidents not seen in decades. At the same time, memory of the Holocaust is fading.
Yet our research reveals a direct relationship between Holocaust knowledge and levels of antisemitism: Americans who have learned about the Holocaust in school display the least antisemitic attitudes. This further supports evidence that Holocaust education has long beared positive outcomes for young people.
The fact is clear: Holocaust education is critical to combating antisemitism.
However, today, Holocaust education is only mandated in 25 states. We can do better. We must take steps to ensure greater understanding of this global human tragedy to safeguard future generations from similar threats. And together we can say “Never Again.”
Join us in making sure all students in the United States #LearnToNeverForget.
In a time of heightened antisemitic incidents and attitudes in the U.S., the need to teach the history and lessons of the Holocaust could not be more urgent. Join ADL in fighting for the passage of the Holocaust Education and Antisemitism Lessons (H.E.A.L.) Act to ensure current and future generations across the country learn about the Holocaust and the importance of confronting antisemitism and hate.
ADL Education Reshapes How Students, Teachers and Families Understand the Holocaust
Help students #LearnToNeverForget by educating them about the Holocaust and inspiring them to recognize and challenge antisemitism today.
Why Act Now?
Antisemitic Attitudes are Widespread
One in five Americans believe six or more anti-Jewish tropes. More than 60 million Americans believe Jews have too much power in the U.S. today.
Antisemitic Incidents are Soaring
In 2022, ADL recorded 3,697 antisemitic incidents in the U.S., the highest number on record in over 40 years. More than half of reported religion-based hate crimes in America are anti-Jewish.
Holocaust Education is Key
People who have had education on the topic of the Holocaust show stronger critical thinking, more empathy and greater willingness to challenge intolerant behavior.
Resources
Holocaust Education Benefits All Students
Holocaust education encourages critical thinking, reflection and understanding and also helps students be more empathic and compassionate.
Holocaust Denial: Resource Hub
Learn about this particularly pernicious form of antisemitism, including its historical development, prominent proponents, contemporary manifestations and more.
Online Holocaust Denial Report Card
Findings show that social media and online game platforms are failing to combat the proliferation of Holocaust denial content.
Relationship Between Education and Antisemitism
In an era of rising antisemitism, it has become even more critical to understand the relationship between Holocaust education and antisemitism.
Challenging Antisemitic Attitudes with Education
A survey finds that Americans believe education about the Holocaust and antisemitism is essential to combating antisemitic attitudes.
Recommitting to “Never Again”
Despite the overwhelming evidence of the Holocaust, one of the most tragic events in human history, there are still those who deny its existence or distort the truth.
Fight Antisemitism
Explore resources and ADL's impact on the National Strategy to Counter Antisemitism.