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Access Support & Take Action on Antisemitism

 

We’ve heard from many in the community that while they’d like to play a greater role in activism given the rise in Jew hatred, they don't necessarily feel equipped to speak out about antisemitism, Israel, and the issues facing the Jewish community. That’s why we’ve compiled a helpful list of resources to access support and ways you can take action.

 

  • How to Get Involved: Sign up for the Activist Update for everything you need to know, key messaging, and opportunities to fight antisemitism
  • Stay Connected on WhatsApp: Join our WhatsApp Group for updates on breaking issues related to community security and antisemitism
  • Report an Antisemitic Incident: if you experience or witness a possible hate crime, contact police immediately. In an emergency, your first call should be to 911. If it is non-urgent, call police: Toronto 416-808-2222, York Region 866-876-5423, Peel Region 905-453-3311, Halton Region: 905-825-4777. After contacting police (and when safe), contact UJA Community Security (24/7 hotline: 416-635-5600)
  • Peer-to-Peer Support for Antisemitism: Other acts of antisemitism may be a criminal offense but require a response. UJA Genesis is providing a peer-to-peer support service, connecting those who need help to navigate an issue of antisemitism with trained volunteers who can assist
  • Get Involved in Jewish Advocacy: Contact UJA’s Advocacy Agent, the Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs (CIJA), who work to advance policies that reflect the diverse perspectives of Jewish Canadians. CIJA’s mission is to protect the quality of Jewish life in Canada through advocacy in a number of sectors, including government, media, civil society, business, and academia.
  • Legal Support: To volunteer or request help to address a legal issue such as discrimination in the workplace, professional misconduct, or refusal of service contact the Legal Taskforce, a joint UJA – CIJA initiative: [email protected]
  • Public School Support: If your child is experiencing antisemitism in an Ontario public school, access free legal services and resources through the Combatting Antisemitism in Schools Project
  • Campus Support: Hillel Ontario offers a range of support for students at nine universities across the province. To condemn and hold accountable those who target our students with hate, and to access help on campus contact your local Hillel or report an incident
  • Engage in the Democratic Process: CJPAC provides Jewish and pro-Israel Canadians with unique educational programs and events to foster active participation in Canadian democracy. Engage Canada’s elected officials and become part of the public policy process. Learn more about the opportunities to get involved
  • Report Media Bias: HonestReporting Canada monitors media and provides opportunities to report Canadian media bias. Find out how you can access events, educational opportunities and hold media accountable
  • Dive into the Issues: Access trusted sources of information to deepen your knowledge of the facts in this special edition of the Activist Update
  • Report Hateful Graffiti: Police, have set up an online system for the public to report hate-motivated graffiti in Toronto, York Region, Peel Region, and Halton Region. Once contacting police, please alert UJA Community Security.
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  • Ask Questions: [email protected]