IHRA definition of antisemitism

Chicago unanimously adopts IHRA definition, becoming second largest US city to do so

"This is the biggest victory for the Jewish people in Chicago in a very long time," student leader Michael Kaminsky, who spearheaded the bill, told The Jerusalem Post on Wednesday.

Michael Kaminsky, Alderman Raymond Lopez, and Jake Rymer  decided to change the written law to "define antisemitism fully and completely."
Demonstrators hold placards and flags in support of Palestinians during a protest in relation to the ceasefire in Gaza, in Dublin, Ireland, January 24, 2026.

Spread of online antisemitic conspiracies is based on Holocaust denial tactics, research shows

 Demonstrators protest in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza, in London, in January.

British anti-Israel group launches judicial review into NHS adoption of IHRA definition

Then-New York City mayor Eric Adams stands beside the crystal button that triggers the descent of the New Year’s Eve Ball in Times Square, New York City, December 31, 2025; illustrative.

Former NYC mayor Eric Adams under scrutiny following apparent NYC Token crypto 'rug pull'


Sao Paulo adopts IHRA definition of antisemitism

In November, the city of Rio de Janeiro in Brazil was the first city in the country to adopt the IHRA definition.

Building of the Industrial Chamber of Sao Paulo honors Israel's 73rd Independence Day April 15, 2021.

How does the current wave of antisemitism fit into past trends? -interview

IHRA and Shoah Foundation Executive Director Dr. Rober Williams told the Jerusalem Post that s "decline in social fabric" is part of the ongoing antisemitism trend.

Jewish activist captures hate at London pro-Palestinian march, December 9, 2023.

South Dakota legislature accepts IHRA definition of antisemitism in new bill

South Dakota now becomes the twelfth state to officially codify the IHRA definition, which will be used in assessing potential cases of antisemitic discrimination.

 Demonstrators hold antisemitic symbols and signs as they protest outside the Tampa Convention Center, where Turning Point USA’s Student Action Summit was being held, in Tampa, Florida on July 23, 2022.

US Jewish orgs lobby Congress to adopt IHRA definition of antisemitism in new letter

The IHRA definition notes that “criticism of Israel similar to that leveled against any other country cannot be regarded as antisemitic.”

 DEMONSTRATORS RALLY in solidarity with Israel and against antisemitism, in front of the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, in May.

Antisemitism and the future: Panelists at JPost Berlin Conference express their views

Aaron Sagui said that the German government is doing a much better job countering antisemitism than it has in the past, especially since October 7.

 Experts discuss rise in antisemitism on panel at Joint Perspectives conference in Berlin on February 14, 2024

WZO and Diaspora Ministry representatives discuss increase in antisemitism and possible solutions

The World Zionist Organization is confident in solutions on the horizon for the increased antisemitism seen worldwide.

 Demonstrators hold antisemitic symbols and signs as they protest outside the Tampa Convention Center, where Turning Point USA’s Student Action Summit was being held, in Tampa, Florida on July 23, 2022.

Limited university adoption of IHRA working definition, despite spike in campus antisemitism

Although 73% of US Jewish college students have experienced or witnessed antisemitism since start of the 2023-2024 school year, only one university has adopted the IHRA working definition in 2023.

 Pro-Israel demonstrators protest against Ben and Jerry's over its boycott of the West Bank, and against antisemitism, in Manhattan, New York City, on August 12, 2021

Proponents of Georgia antisemitism bill hope to have IHRA definition recognized

Esther Panitch, a first-term Democratic lawmaker and the only Jewish member of the state legislature said she introduced the bills after her house was targeted with antisemitic fliers.

 The Georgia State Capitol, in Atlanta, Georgia, in the United States. September 6, 2011.

Jewish orgs. urge Governor Newsom to adopt IHRA definition of antisemitism amid growing hate

The letter sent to Governor Newsom notes that there has been a 24% increase in antisemitic attacks in California.

Governor of US state of California Gavin Newsom and his wife Jennifer Siebel Newsom visit the premises of a migrant assistance office in San Salvador, El Salvador April 8, 2019.

50 US mayors commit to a 10-point plan to combat antisemitism

This commitment was made at the 2023 North American Mayors Summit Against Antisemitism, organized by the Combat Antisemitism Movement in Florida.

 Jewish Americans and supporters of Israel gather in solidarity with Israel and protest against antisemitism, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian group Hamas, during a rally on the National Mall in Washington, U.S, November 14, 2023