Simon Wiesenthal Center and Museum of Tolerance Join Foundation to Combat Antisemitism
The Simon Wiesenthal Center and Museum of Tolerance have joined the Foundation to Combat Antisemitism as an official partner of #StandUpToJewishHate, their new national campaign to mobilize all Americans, and especially non-Jews, to combat antisemitism by using the Blue Square emoji as a unifying symbol of support.
Jews only make up 2.4% of the American population yet are the victims of 55% of religious-based hate crimes. That startling discrepancy is the cornerstone of this new campaign, created through a $25 million investment by Robert K. Kraft and his family.
Throughout the month of May, Jewish Heritage Month, the Simon Wiesenthal Center’s Museum of Tolerance will be airing all 4 commercials that were shown across television, digital and social media in the Museum of Tolerance so the thousands of Museum visitors, including students, can see these powerful stories showcase the emotional impact of antisemitism and the role each person can play to #StandUpToJewishHate. The Museum will also be distributing Blue Square pins to all those visiting and participating in programs. This unique partnership was first announced last week at the Simon Wiesenthal Center’s National Tribute Dinner in the presence of entertainment, business and political leaders from across the US.
“The #StandUpToJewishHate campaign is designed to raise awareness for the fight against antisemitism, specifically among non-Jewish audiences and to help all Americans understand that there is a role for each of us to play in combating a problem that is unfortunately all too prevalent in communities across the country today,” said Robert K. Kraft, Founder of the Foundation to Combat Antisemitism. “We must stand up and take action against the rise of all hate and I hope everyone will post and share the Blue Square to show their support in this fight.
Students and visitors watching the commercials at the Museum of Tolerance.
The Simon Wiesenthal Center and Museum of Tolerance encourage people to #StandUpToJewishHate in a number of ways:
Post and share – an emoji already available on most smartphones – as a hashtag across social media alongside a message of support for the Jewish community and commitment to stand up to Jewish hate. Activate your network by making them aware of the #StandUpToJewishHate campaign and how they can use the Blue Square as a powerful symbol of solidarity with the Jewish community.
Tell your story to followers on social media, describing an instance where you’ve either encountered antisemitism and how it affected you or witnessed someone standing up against hatred towards Jews.
Visit www.StandUpToJewishHate.org and subscribe to the Foundation’s ”From the Command Center” e-newsletter to keep up to date on how antisemitism is spreading online, learn ways to identify and report it, and find helpful tools and resources around antisemitism.
Follow the #StandUpToJewishHate campaign at @StandUpToJewishHate on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok to keep up-to-date with the Blue Square and learn more about antisemitism.
Report antisemitism immediately when you see it, and if it is an emergency, dial 911. You can learn more about how best to report antisemitism by visiting www.StandUpToJewishHate.org.
For more information about The Foundation to Combat Antisemitism, go to https://www.fcas.org
Source: The Simon Wiesenthal Center