Learn about the Jewish community

The Jewish community is rich with culture and different practices. Here's where you can learn about Jewish traditions, holidays, and more.
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Learn how the current events in Israel and Gaza are impacting anti-Jewish and anti-Muslim hate

Understand what’s happening

This guide from the ADL offers background on the terrorist attacks in Israel, history on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and ways to have a conversation at home.
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Antisemitism today

Antisemitism is a topic that has been in the news and is something important to explore and understand.
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Learn about Jewish holidays, traditions, and more

Jewish denominations

Like many other religions, there are different branches within Judaism. Learn about the 3 major Jewish movements and smaller denominations of Judaism.
Learn about Judaism

Jewish traditions, explained

Learn about Jewish practices like Bar Mitzvahs and Bat Mitzvahs, funeral and mourning practices, keeping Kosher, and more.
Learn about Jewish traditions

Diversity of the Jewish community in the U.S.

Learn about the size and diversity of the Jewish community in the U.S. from Pew Research Center.
Learn about the Jewish population

Bias & discrimination towards the Jewish community

The Jewish community experiences bias and discrimination in big and small ways. Learn about antisemitism and how it looks today.
Learn about anti-Jewish hate (antisemitism)
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Stories of inclusion

Every action - big or small - can have an impact that makes individuals and communities feel seen, heard, loved, and included. Read these stories of people who acted with love to create a more inclusive world for the Jewish community.

Profiles of young activists

Young activists confront anti-Semitism by condemning hate and bias targeting Jewish individuals while promoting education and awareness by fostering a culture of inclusivity and respect.
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Man who scrubbed swastikas from subway train honored

Passengers aboard a subway in New York City used hand sanitizer to remove swastikas graffitied on their train car.
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Inclusive workplaces

The Anti-Defamation League helps organizations fight against antisemitism and bias at work. Learn the steps you can take to help create a more inclusive workplace for your Jewish colleagues.
Learn more about creating an inclusive workplace