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Unpacking and Addressing Antisemitism
This module invites participants to explore the issue of antisemitism and its impact on Jewish communities in Canada. It provides an introduction to Jewish life, including key holidays, traditions and symbols. Participants will also examine the role of social media in shaping contemporary antisemitism and learn practical strategies for recognizing and responding to antisemitic microaggressions and discrimination.
By the end of this module, you will be able to:
- Define antisemitism and understand key concepts related to Judaism
- Reflect on current stereotypes and tropes, understanding how they harm Jewish individuals and communities
- Implement strategies and take actions to confront antisemitism to build a more inclusive environment
Program Information
- This module counts toward the Award of Achievement in Anti-Oppression offered by the Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion at Western
- This module is offered in an asynchronous format; 100% online
- This module takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes to complete
- This module is free for all Western students and employees
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everyone can retake the quiz multiple times and they are granted a Certificate of Completion once they achieve an 80% on the test. The module is also tracked through MyHR. The quiz can be re-taken as many times as needed until successful completion.
The curriculum for this module was carefully developed considering current best practices in teaching and learning in the field of EDI and present research in anti-racism. The Unpacking and Addressing Antisemitism module was also created with the specific context of Western University and the City of London in mind and in consultation with faculty members who are experts in anti-racism, the Office of Indigenous Initiatives, Hillel Western, Western Research, staff, student leaders, and diverse Western student associations.
The Unpacking and Addressing Antisemitism module was reviewed by external experts in anti-racism and EDI-D, faculty members who are also experts in this field, Western leaders, Human Resources, Student Experience, the Office of Indigenous Initiatives, USC, SOGS, SGPS, members of the PMA, UWOSA, UWOFA, and many members of student associations at Western, among others. The module was also piloted with Western Research, WORLDiscoveries, Research Institutes, BrainsCAN, ACVS and faculty. The module was approved by Associate Vice-President EDI Dr. Opiyo Oloya.