How to Be an Ally in the Fight Against Hate

The Interfaith Bridge
Apr 27
2 min read

Updated: Sep 16

Our partner Friends of Simon Wiesenthal Center (FSWC) provides a practical and accessible guide to help individuals take meaningful action against antisemitism and hate. This resource offers strategies for personal reflection, education, and effective allyship, ensuring support for marginalized communities in both personal and professional spaces. To read the full guide and access additional tools and resources, visit:

https://www.fswc.ca/how-to-be-an-ally

Key topics covered

Authentic vs. Performative Allyship

True allyship is grounded in respect, learning, and action. Real allies:

Reflect on their privilege and biases.
Learn about the history and experiences of marginalized groups.
Speak up and act consistently against discrimination.

Performative allyship, in contrast, is superficial - like posting online for validation without real change. Authentic allyship requires empathy, courage, and commitment to truly support those facing hate.

Personal Allyship Actions

Reflect and Educate
Center Jewish Voices
Challenge Misconceptions

Responding to Antisemitism in Your Community

When you witness antisemitism in workplaces, schools, or public spaces:

Name It: Clearly call it antisemitism and acknowledge its harm.
Educate Others: Share resources and tools to help people recognize and respond to hate.
Provide Space: Allow Jewish colleagues, friends, or students to express their experiences safely.
Speak Out: Don’t wait for someone else to respond - allies use their voices to stand up against hate.
Offer Support: Check in with victims of antisemitism and direct them to resources and organizations like the Interfaith Bridge and FSWC for help.

Digital Activism and Online Allyship

Social media platforms like Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and Facebook are powerful tools for spreading awareness and connecting with advocacy groups. The guide encourages:

Following credible organizations and activists who share accurate information.
Promoting educational resources and events online.
Reporting hateful or antisemitic content to both the platform and advocacy organizations.