{"id":2310,"date":"2025-04-25T06:26:23","date_gmt":"2025-04-24T19:26:23","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/reviewmeplease.com\/?p=2310"},"modified":"2025-04-26T06:49:59","modified_gmt":"2025-04-25T19:49:59","slug":"never-again-is-now","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/reviewmeplease.com\/?p=2310","title":{"rendered":"From Inspiration to Action: Reflections on the ADL\u2019s Never Is Now Conference"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Neve Is Now Conference- ADL\" width=\"580\" height=\"326\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/4hg4VQ_qZbo?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By: Aaron Herman<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The ADL\u2019s <em>Never Is Now<\/em> Conference was a powerful reminder of what\u2019s possible when students, celebrities, influencers, and organizations unite to learn, connect, and drive meaningful change. From dynamic plenaries to thought-provoking breakout sessions, the event underscored the urgent need to address antisemitism in all its forms\u2014locally and globally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As I took time to reflect on the experience, one session in particular stood out. It featured content creators and influencers navigating today\u2019s challenging digital landscape. One voice that especially resonated with me was Zack Sage Fox\u2014a bold and fearless advocate who has been at the forefront of exposing antisemitism and anti-Israel bias through dynamic, viral content. His videos have reached millions, shedding light on hatred on college campuses, in communities, and abroad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Zack said something that struck me deeply:<br><strong>&#8220;Nobody is coming to save us\u2014and we shouldn\u2019t need tragedy to feel proud to be Jewish.&#8221;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That hit home. His words were a wake-up call, reminding us that the time for waiting is over. We each have a role to play. Whether it\u2019s creating content, educating others, or having difficult conversations with friends and family\u2014we <em>must<\/em> act. You don\u2019t need a huge platform. You just need to do something. Don\u2019t wait for the perfect post or the most likes. Impact starts with intention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These moments of clarity are why gatherings like <em>Never Is Now<\/em> matter. In a world growing darker with hate, we need these sparks of light and unity to fuel us forward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hate on the Rise: A Crisis We Can\u2019t Ignore<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The inspiration from the conference feels even more urgent in light of the ADL\u2019s latest report on antisemitism in America. The 2024 <em>Audit of Antisemitic Incidents<\/em> reveals a heartbreaking truth: hate is not only on the rise\u2014it\u2019s breaking records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>9,354 antisemitic incidents<\/strong> were recorded across the U.S. in 2024, a 5% increase from 2023.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>That\u2019s a <strong>344% jump over five years<\/strong> and an <strong>893% surge<\/strong> compared to a decade ago.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This marks the <strong>highest total<\/strong> since the ADL began tracking in 1979.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This hate knows no borders. Every state\u2014including Washington, D.C.\u2014reported incidents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Key trends include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Assaults:<\/strong> Up 21%, affecting 250 victims.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vandalism:<\/strong> Rose 20%, with 2,606 documented acts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Harassment:<\/strong> Reached 6,552 cases.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Israel\/Zionism references:<\/strong> Present in 58% of all incidents\u2014many linked to anti-Israel protests, where chants and signs often crossed the line into outright antisemitism.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">College Campuses in Crisis<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most alarming findings: antisemitism on college campuses skyrocketed <strong>84%<\/strong> in 2024, reaching 1,694 incidents. Campuses\u2014meant to be spaces of learning and dialogue\u2014are becoming breeding grounds for hate and intimidation. These now account for 18% of all reported incidents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Jewish Institutions Under Threat<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>While there was a 14% drop in incidents at Jewish institutions, threats remain persistent and severe. Bomb threats, protests outside synagogues, and harassment have become disturbingly normalized.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Road Ahead: What We Must Do<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This report isn\u2019t just numbers\u2014it\u2019s a wake-up call. Antisemitism is here, it\u2019s growing, and it won\u2019t go away unless we rise to confront it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We need policymakers who take this seriously. Schools and universities that safeguard their students. Tech platforms that do more than lip service. And most importantly, we need people\u2014<em>you, me, all of us<\/em>\u2014to stand up, speak out, and take action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s not wait for another tragedy to find our voice. Let\u2019s use it now. Because if this year taught us anything, it\u2019s that silence helps hate. And action\u2014no matter how small\u2014can make a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By: Aaron Herman The ADL\u2019s Never Is Now Conference was a powerful reminder of what\u2019s possible when students, celebrities, influencers, and organizations unite to learn, connect, and drive meaningful change. From dynamic plenaries to thought-provoking breakout sessions, the event underscored the urgent need to address antisemitism in all its forms\u2014locally and globally. 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