Education. Dialogue. Positive action.
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Hands-on artifacts for young learners
Bring Kindness Suitcases to your library/media team and elementary students! Developed by educators at the Buffalo Jewish Federation, each suitcase is packed with age/grade-appropriate books and fun, hands-on lessons that provide foundations for studying the Holocaust in middle- and high-school ELA and Social Studies classes.
For older learners in grades 5-12, rent a Traveling Trunk--a case that contains real artifacts from Holocaust Survivors and lessons that accompany them. Students are encouraged to interact with and be curious about these. Perfect for kinesthetic and visual learners.
Survivors In The Classroom
Invite a Holocaust Survivor or "2nd Gen" (child of survivors) to your classroom for an intimate, first-hand account of what life looked like before and after the Shoah, and the lucky circumstances that contributed to survival in between.
Virtual Tours of the Shoah
Coming soon!
Training
Empower your team with our professional development programs.
strategies for positive change, addressing systemic issues, and building a environment free of bias, aggression, and conflict.
Workshops
Engage in interactive workshops that promote an environment of inclusion and respect for all. Our sessions are designed to spark conversations, challenge biases, and foster a culture of respect and acceptance.
Consulting
Partner with us for expert consulting and guidance on implementing strategies designed to challenge biases. From curriculum design to restorative dialogue, we provide the tools for a more understanding and compassionate community.
Anti-Bullying & Restorative Practices
We consult with administrators and educators when issues arise within the school community to navigate and mitigate hate-based actions and speech on and off campus.
Fight Antisemitism:
the world's oldest hate
Researcher Eric Ward says "all forms of white supremacy are rooted in antisemitism."
To understand this, we offer specialized training AT NO COST in understanding antisemitism and why your awareness of anti-Jewish hatred, tropes, and stereotypes is essential to creating a truly inclusive culture and community. Contact us to schedule a workshop or training.
Need to start learning about anti-Jewish hate right now?
The ADL offers this 45-minute, self-guided, on-demand course; you can also read this article from MJL.
Tools for Change
Rochester has an incredible wealth of resources to support positive change where we live, worship, work, learn, and play. We believe in amplifying the work of these organizations that are dedicated to ending hate and bias for all and for good.
Commission On Racial & Structural Equity (RASE)
Coordinated Care Services Inc.
Pathways To Peace, City of Rochester
Rochester Civil Rights Heritage Trail
