At the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, we appreciate the diverse peoples and experiences that make up our shared society, and work to create a space of belonging on campus. Unfortunately, bigotry persists, and there have been increased incidents of violence against minoritized communities, including a rise in bias-related crimes targeting Jewish people. This virtual pop-up list features books, videos, and online resources highlighting Jewish art, culture, and history. It also provides resources for folks who wish to become better allies in combatting rising antisemitism.
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Embarking on self-education can be daunting. Where do you start? This section is a selection of resources to help if you are new to these topics. After checking these out, the sections below have resources to help you dig deeper.
- Learn Context: Judaism, Jewish history, and anti-Jewish prejudice: An overview
An introduction written by Mika Ahuvia, Associate Professor of Jewish Studies & Comparative Religion to the topics listed in the title. This resources is particularly helpful for those requiring more context before diving into the topic of antisemitism.
- Current Events: Audit of Antisemitic Incidents 2022
The Anti-Defamation League's 2022 report findings - one of their major findings notes: "In 2022, ADL tabulated 3,697 antisemitic incidents across the United States. This represents a 36% increase from the 2,717 incidents recorded in 2021 and is the highest number on record since ADL began tracking antisemitic incidents in 1979.
- Antisemitism Basics: Antisemitism Uncovered: A Guide to Old Myths in a New Era
The Anti-Defamation League's " comprehensive resource with historical context, fact-based descriptions of prevalent antisemitic myths, contemporary examples and calls-to-action for addressing this hate."
- Actions You Can Take: A Call to Action Against Antisemitism in America
"American Jewish Committee's Society-Wide Nonpartisan Guide to Address Antisemitism" with sections including Understanding Antisemitism, Responding to Antisemitism, and Preventing Antisemitism.
- Local Guide: The Guide to Jewish Living in Chicago
The Guide to Jewish Living in Chicago offers a comprehensive, up-to-date listing of Chicago-area Jewish organizations, resources, products, and services.
- Discover Artists: The Jewish Art Salon
"The Jewish Art Salon is a global network for Jewish visual art. Established in 2008 and based in New York City, the JAS, a 501.c.3 nonprofit institution, has over 400 members and over 2,000 subscribers."