The office of Deborah Lipstadt, U.S. special envoy to monitor and combat antisemitism, released an index on Wednesday of more than 40 international efforts to fight Jew-hatred.
“Tackling antisemitism at home means appreciating how this hatred is addressed around the world,” per the U.S. State Department. “It requires a common understanding of the urgency of countering this scourge with partners everywhere.”
The index addresses “more than 40 programs, policies and actions from around the world that counter antisemitism,” according to the department.
“Central themes” include defining antisemitism—the index recommends the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance’s (IHRA) working definition of antisemitism—quantifying it and identifying “effective, diverse and dynamic solutions,” the State Department stated.
Common approaches to battling antisemitism also include reliance on special envoys devoted to Jew-hatred; allocating funds to protect Jewish institutions; encouraging and promoting Jewish identity; and memorializing and educating the public about the Holocaust.
