Rising antisemitism in the U.S. and around the world has shaken the Jewish community. The FBI reported in October 2023 that antisemitism accounted for over half of all reported religion-based hate crimes. Jews right here in Westchester are grappling with fear, anxiety, and grief as they witness ugly antisemitic slogans written in graffiti on store windows. People are feeling unsafe in places of worship and some hide their Jewish identities to avoid ostracization and hate in schools, on the streets, and online. Parents struggle with how to explain antisemitism to their young children and college students are facing Jew hatred that is terrifying. Jewish employees may feel isolated and unsupported, while their colleagues are at a loss about how to be supportive.

Here are resources about antisemitism that offer information and guidance:

What to Do if You See Antisemitism on Social Media:

  • Facebook: When you see antisemitism, use Facebook’s Find Support or Report link.
  • X (formerly Twitter): Use the Report form and block or mute users promoting antisemitism.
  • Instagram: Click the three dots in the top right of the post, comment, or user profile, select Report, and follow the on-screen instructions.
  • Snapchat: To report a Snapchat or story, press and hold it and tap Report Snap. To report a user, open the chat screen, press and hold the user’s name, tap Manage Friendship, and tap Report.
  • Reddit: Report content on Reddit through the Reddit Help Center or by using the report button directly on a post or comment.
  • TikTok: To report a TikTok video, press and hold on the video, select Report, and follow the instructions provided.

What to Do if You Experience an Antisemitic Incident:

  • If you experience or witness an act of antisemitism, bigotry, or hate, file a report with your local police.
  • If you see someone else facing threats, violence, and fear for safety, call 911.
  • If you or your community experience a hate crime-related attack or are threatened, you can report them to the FBI by calling 1-800-CALL-FBI. You can remain anonymous.
  • If you face threats or violence in an educational setting, file a report with the school officials and, perhaps, the local police. Document the incident and discuss with school officials their policies and communication plans when incidents occur, as well as plans for ongoing anti-hate educational programs.
  • If you are a student, family, faculty, or staff member, click here to fill out a report of an antisemitic incident or text “CALLhelp” to 51555. Examples of antisemitic situations may include legal violations, being treated differently, or discriminated against because you’re Jewish, in-person or online harassment, intentional damage to your property or a physical attack because you are Jewish.
  • If you experience antisemitism at your place of work, talk to your manager, human resources representative, and/or diversity, equity, and inclusion specialist.
  • If your place of worship has experienced antisemitic threats, graffiti or actions, document and report incidents to your local police and the Anti-Defamation League.
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