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YOUR DOLLARS AT WORK:
A Collaborative Approach to Combating Antisemitism
In January, the Greensboro Jewish Federation held an informative briefing on security and antisemitism, bringing together key community leaders and experts. Attendees included representatives from the Federation’s Board of Trustees, local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies; Guilford County schools; and other organizations. The event featured insightful presentations by Meredith Weisel, Regional Director of the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), and Stuart Frisch, National Trainer for the Secure Community Network.
The session aimed to help community partners understand and recognize instances of antisemitism in today’s increasingly politicallycharged climate. It also explored the work which the ADL undertakes to combat extremism and bigotry, and to enhance security for vulnerable populations. Finally, it reviewed ways leaders can safely and assertively address incidents of antisemitism, and how to maintain situational awareness in public spaces.
Bruce Gourlie, Regional Security Advisor for Central North Carolina, stated that the briefing was an essential part of collaborating with nonJewish partners and allies. “Helping local law enforcement and other community partners recognize instances of antisemitism is critical to protecting Jewish life,” he said. “It is also helpful for law enforcement to understand the training that Jewish community members have received.”
