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Source: https://www.jpost.com/opinion/article-860965
Antisemitism Education Is about Creating Allies
(Jerusalem Post) Malka Shaw - Antisemitism does not spread simply because people lack information. It spreads because of the psychological impact of misinformation. It offers certainty in chaotic times. It turns discomfort into blame. It gives people a sense of belonging by projecting pain and guilt. Most antisemitism education programs today focus on the Holocaust, acts of violence, or hate crime laws. They often present Jewish identity only through the lens of trauma. Yet Jewish identity is not only about survival. It is about meaning, ethics, creativity, and a long history of contribution to humanity. If we want people to understand antisemitism truly, we need to help them understand what is being attacked and why, as well as teach them skills to recognize manipulation - and most importantly, how this affects them. This is not only about protecting Jews. It is about creating allies. We need to reach the non-Jewish population in ways that make them care, not just comply. That means developing formats that foster curiosity, connection, and emotional relevance.