New Approaches to Countering Antisemitism and Hate

Antisemitism is on the rise in Germany, the U.S., and much of the world. So is bigotry against refugees, Muslims, LGBTQ people, and other groups. What can we do about this widespread hatred? How can remembrance of the past help us deal with this present-day challenge?

Join three experts for Widen the Circle’s discussion of concrete ways to prevent and counter antisemitism and other forms of bigotry.

Panelists

Kenneth S. Stern is Director of the Bard Center for the Study of Hate and former director of the division on antisemitism and extremism at the American Jewish Committee. He is an award-winning author and attorney, has argued before the U.S. Supreme Court, testified before Congress and the Canadian and U.K. parliaments, and has appeared on numerous TV and radio news programs.

Veronika Nahm is Director of the Anne Frank Center in Berlin. Veronika is an expert in historical learning in primary schools, particularly the link between historical learning and human rights education. She also focuses on pedagogical work against antisemitism and other forms of discrimination.

Wencke Stegemann is the Founder and Program Director of Stories for Tomorrow and an educator who focuses on antisemitism, racism, and democracy education. Stories for Tomorrow seeks to create a space for dialogue and shared learning on antisemitism and bigotry. Wencke designs the organization's programs and leads seminars, lectures, and international study trips. 

Event date: October 27 , 2020