Following the Hamas terrorist attack on Israel, antisemitic incidents targeting Jewish students surged dramatically, with a reported increase of 628% on U.S. college campuses. In response, the Combat Antisemitism Movement hosted the Rise and Respond Global Student Summit in Manhattan, gathering over 300 attendees, including students, community leaders, and officials. The event introduced the Fighting Antisemitism On Campuses Effectively (FACE) initiative, aimed at empowering students to counteract hate. Notable speakers, including Manhattan’s Borough President and Israel’s UN Ambassador, emphasized the critical need for unity and action, particularly in the wake of personal stories like that of survivor Natalie Sanandaji.
The rise in antisemitic incidents on college campuses—up 628%—highlights a concerning trend following the Oct. 7 terrorist attack on Israel.
More than 300 Jewish students and allies gathered to launch CAM's FACE initiative, a roadmap designed to combat antisemitism on campuses effectively.
Natalie Sanandaji, a survivor of the Nova music festival attack, shared her story of survival, emphasizing the urgent need for solidarity against hate.
The Rise and Respond Global Student Summit marks a significant step in mobilizing students and community leaders towards combating the surge of antisemitism worldwide.
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