This workshop was live at Temple Israel and not recorded. Powerpoint and accompanying lesson plan are available.
2019 marked 81 years since the outbreak of World War II. This year’s theme for Holocaust Education Month (HEM) was “Antisemitism Then and Now”. We live in a world that is constantly changing, we are challenged by the rise of far-right extremist groups, fake news, and the increase in antisemitism and racism.
This reality compelled us to focus HEM programs on antisemitism. It is a theme that ran through this HEM launch event and two of our workshops, the Teachers’ Workshop and a Law Enforcement Workshop, provided to the Ottawa Police Services and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. A theme that offers points of entry for learning about the dangers of hate and discrimination.
The Teachers’ Workshop theme explored the complexities of antisemitism through the Ages and was facilitated by Bernie Farber the CEO of the Canadian Anti-Hate Network. His career spans more than a quarter of a century focusing on human rights, anti-racism, pluralism and inter-ethnic/faith/race relations. His efforts have been documented in numerous Canadian human rights publications, newspapers, and magazines.
He is a former chief executive officer of the Canadian Jewish Congress and his expertise has been sought by a broad range of organizations. And by Len Rudner a member of the Canadian Anti-Hate Network. He is a Principal at Len Rudner & Associates, a consultancy focusing on community advocacy, diversity, and human rights. He is the former Director of Community Relations and Outreach for the Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs (CIJA).
Below are links to resources used during the 2019 Teachers’ Workshop. Additionally, we are providing you with sample lesson plans on the topic of antisemitism created by Kenra Mroz.
Workshop Outline
What is Antisemitism
Various definitions
IHRA definition
Historical/Philosophical Roots of Antisemitism
From anti-Judaism to Antisemitism
National Socialism and the Holocaust
Post-War to the Present
Allen Gardens
Racist Riots in Canada
The Heritage Front
The rise of the alt-Right
Our Challenges
Holocaust Denial
Technology/Social Media
Demagogues and Populists
Recruitment
Our response
Holocaust Education
But not just Holocaust Education
Creating a responsible citizenry
Practicing what we preach
Workshop facilitators:
Bernie Farber the CEO of the Canadian Anti-Hate Network.
Len Rudner a member of the Canadian Anti-Hate Network.
