"I love Dispel the Darkness. Shine A Light on Antisemitism"

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Get InvolvedResourcesPartnersWorkplaceSpeakersEvents✖Get InvolvedResourcesPartnersWorkplaceSpeakersEventsDispel the darkness.SHINE A LIGHT ON ANTISEMITISM*the hatred of Jews.take action scrollFAQLearn moreWhat is Shine A Light?Shine A Light is a national initiative to spotlight modern-day antisemitism, including anti-Zionism.It draws inspiration from the story of Chanukah, the Festival of Lights, to champion the message that one small light can dispel darkness and hatred.What is anti-Zionism?Anti-Zionism is the belief that Israel does not have a right to exist as the Jewish homeland.It is not the same as criticizing the Israeli government. Calling for the destruction of Israel, denying Jews a permanent homeland, or holding Israel to a double standard are forms of antisemitism.What is Zionism?Zionism is the belief that the Jewish people have a right to a homeland in the State of Israel.It is based on the Jewish people’s deep historical connection to the land of Zion (ancient Jerusalem) and their right be free from persecution, exile, and the threat of extermination.What is antisemitism?Antisemitism is the hatred of Jews.It targets Jews, individually and collectively, and can include the Jewish State. It has adapted over time to link Jews to societal ills and harmful stereotypes.What is modern antisemitism?Antisemitism did not end with the Holocaust.Today, it can be seen in a shooting at a synagogue, a swastika on a building, the use of Jewish stereotypes or retaliation against Jews globally for the acts of the Israeli government.What if I don’t support Israel?You are not antisemitic if you don't support actions and policies of the Israeli government.However, if you use anti-Israel sentiments to justify the hatred of Jews or prejudices against Jews to demonize the State of Israel, these are both forms of antisemitism.If I’m not Jewish why should I care?Antisemitism is a sign of an intolerant society.By ignoring it, we grant society a broader license to hate. Everyone should care about antisemitism to build a compassionate society committed to the value of human dignity.antisemitism explained watch and share© Frederic Brenner, courtesy Howard Greenberg Gallery New YorkComing TogetherTo Stop HateAllyship in Billings, MontanaRead ArticleIn 1993, the town of Billings, Montana came together to put an end to hatred.A brick was thrown through the window of a six-year-old Jewish boy.The ‘Billings Gazette’ printed a full-page Menorah in the newspaper after the crime.Nearly 10,000 homes displayed the paper Menorahs in their windows in solidarity.‘Not In Our Town’, a national movement to end hate, was born.GET INVOLVEDFollow us on social.#ShineALighton antisemitism.Dispel the Darkness.Shine A Light is a purpose-driven convening platform for organizations, companies,institutions and individuals to unite in shining a light on antisemitism in all its modernforms.Privacy PolicyTerms & ConditionsJoin UsResourcesPartnersWorkplaceSpeakersEventsPress Inquiries Email copied [email protected] copied to clipboard.