BBYO, the world’s largest pluralistic Jewish teen organization, was founded to be a safe space where Jewish teens can feel proud of their heritage, draw strength from their peers and traditions, and advocate for causes they are passionate about. More than one hundred years after our founding, our community once again finds itself at a crossroads where these core values are not only timeless—they are necessary and critical for Jewish youth to thrive and succeed in our world.

As the rise in antisemitic attacks continues, we asked you what support BBYO could provide families at this time, and you overwhelmingly answered: help responding to, processing, and combating the rise of antisemitism at home and around the globe.

Below you’ll find a roundup of parent, teen, and general resources we hope you’ll find helpful for this. If you need additional support, please contact our team at info@bbyo.org. We can stand against antisemitism by standing together.

Parent Resources

To better understand and support Jewish teens as they navigate antisemitism in its current forms, we invite you to explore the resources below, including links to special events and materials created especially for parents of teens by BBYO.

Name	Category	Description	Link
Jewish Teens Looking at a New Factor in College Search: Antisemitism	Article	Program guide to help teens understand the definition of antisemitism and develop skills to be able to recognize it.
Antisemitism in Schools: The Challenge of Supporting Jewish Students	Webinar	In an article published in the Jewish Herald-Voice, Levi Fox, 98th Grand Aleph Godol, encourages teens to use their voices, educate themselves, and report acts of antisemitism.
Social Media and the War in Israel	Resource	In partnership with the ADL, members of this cohort will combat the rise of antisemitism by working on educational experiences, programming, speakers, and legislation. Sign into your ILN profile to apply!
Unpacking the Moment: How to Talk About Israel with Your Teen	Webinar	Authored article in The Shofar written by Julia Bakman in Pacific Western Region.
I Was Very Alone Today: Young Jewish Americans Grieve Over Israel (article)	Article	Program guide about understanding the different roles teens can take in responding to antisemitism, and feel empowered to use these skills when dealing with antisemitic incidents in your community.
Supporting Your Teen with the Rise of Antisemitism	Webinar	Authored article in The Shofar written by Lea Thomas in Delta Region.
Talking to Teens About Israel	Webinar	This club unites teens from around the Order to discuss responses to antisemitism and serves as a resource for leaders to facilitate events addressing antisemitism. (Host: Josh Danziger, Lonestar Region)
’Always live openly’: Douglas Emhoff speaks against antisemitism at Dallas Convention	Article	Authored article in The Shofar written by Sofie Glassman in Nassau Suffolk Region.

Teen Resources

With an uptick in antisemitic incidents across the world, BBYO continues to provide Jewish teens a platform and the tools they need to fight against antisemitism in all its forms.

Below, you will find a list of downloadable programs and resources from the Toolbox to help you craft thoughtful opportunities in your communities. If you need support, reach out to our team at jewish@bbyo.org.

Name	Category	Description	Link
How to Identify Antisemitism	Program	Program guide to help teens understand the definition of antisemitism and develop skills to be able to recognize it.
A Letter to Jewish Teens From a Jewish Teen	Article	In an article published in the Jewish Herald-Voice, Levi Fox, 98th Grand Aleph Godol, encourages teens to use their voices, educate themselves, and report acts of antisemitism.
Rise Up Leadership Cohort	Activity	In partnership with the ADL, members of this cohort will combat the rise of antisemitism by working on educational experiences, programming, speakers, and legislation. Sign into your ILN profile to apply!
The Impact of Social Media and Celebrity Influence on Combating Antisemitism	Article	Authored article in The Shofar written by Julia Bakman in Pacific Western Region.
Responding to Antisemitism: Activist, Ally, Advocate	Program	Program guide about understanding the different roles teens can take in responding to antisemitism, and feel empowered to use these skills when dealing with antisemitic incidents in your community.
It's Not Just Kanye	Article	Authored article in The Shofar written by Lea Thomas in Delta Region.
Antisemitism Response Club	Activity	This club unites teens from around the Order to discuss responses to antisemitism and serves as a resource for leaders to facilitate events addressing antisemitism. (Host: Josh Danziger, Lonestar Region)
Antisemitism: Coping with the Harsh Reality	Article	Authored article in The Shofar written by Sofie Glassman in Nassau Suffolk Region.
Rising Antisemitism on American College Campuses	Article	Authored article in The Shofar written by Maren Hettler in North Texas Oklahoma Region.
Facing Hatred: My First Confrontation with Antisemitism	Article	Authored article in The Shofar written by Kylee Garfield in Pacific Western Region.
A Conversation with Deborah Lipstadt at IC 2023	Interview	Teen press corps member, Ariella Ayenesazan, interviews Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism, Deborah Lipstadt, in the green room at BBYO International Convention 2023.
Tips for Stopping Antisemitism	Article	Authored article in The Shofar written by Zoe Josefson in Great Midwest Region.

More Resources

Explore accounts across Instagram, TikTok, and a round up of Podcasts (on all platforms where podcasts are accessible), as well as links to key resources we’ve compiled, to access tools to learn, take action, and share ways to combat hate in all forms.