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Empowering Professionals to Address Antisemitism
Friends of Simon Wiesenthal Center (FSWC) is a leader in providing education and training to create a more sensitive and informed workforce for identifying and combatting antisemitism. By raising awareness and increasing understanding of the impact of antisemitism, FSWC empowers professionals to stand up against hatred and discrimination.
WHO WE ARE
FSWC is one of Canada’s leading human rights and social advocacy organizations. Inspired by the legacy of Holocaust survivor and educator Simon Wiesenthal, FSWC contributes to a more inclusive and respectful Canada by sharing the lessons of the Holocaust, and combatting antisemitism and other forms of hate.
WHY WORK WITH US
OUR WORKSHOPS
Antisemitism: Then and Now
Our flagship workshop explores the historical roots and contemporary manifestations of antisemitism. It provides participants with a thorough understanding of how these prejudices have persisted and evolved over time, highlighting their impact on individuals and communities today. Through interactive discussions, case studies and practical exercises, attendees learn to recognize and respond to antisemitic incidents effectively. The workshop also emphasizes the importance of allyship, equipping participants with strategies to support and advocate for Jewish colleagues, fostering a culture of inclusivity and respect.
Learning from Survivor Testimony
Our Holocaust education program provides professionals with the unique opportunity to hear poignant accounts from Holocaust survivors or their descendants. Through their powerful stories, participants gain profound insights into the harrowing experiences of survivors, enhancing their understanding of history and its enduring lessons. This program is designed to foster empathy, promote inclusivity and inspire meaningful reflection on the consequences of hatred and intolerance in today's workplace and society.
Confronting Antisemitism: Building Bridges through Constructive Conversations
In this time of surging antisemitism, many organizations are looking to support their Jewish staff and promote a broader culture of inclusivity and respect. This workshop provides participants an opportunity to learn about the varied manifestations of contemporary antisemitism and develop new tools to build allyship through dialogue. This workshop is designed for Jewish professionals.
Custom Programming
Our custom programming is developed in collaboration with clients to tackle specific challenges and objectives within their organizations. Whether you aim to promote inclusivity and respect, cultivate a positive workplace culture, equip managers with tools to address antisemitism and enhance diversity, or develop specific skills, we tailor both content and delivery methods to meet your unique requirements.
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Contact us to discuss your training needs and how we can assist with addressing antisemitism effectively.
CONTACT USFounded in 1989, Friends of Simon Wiesenthal Center (FSWC) is one of Canada’s leading human rights organizations combatting antisemitism and other forms of hate. Through our extensive advocacy work and education programs teaching the lessons of the Holocaust and other genocides, FSWC promotes the principles of tolerance, social justice and democracy. Based in Toronto, FSWC is affiliated with the Simon Wiesenthal Center, an international human rights organization headquartered in Los Angeles, which has an official NGO presence at the United Nations, UNESCO, the Council of Europe and the Latin American Parliament.
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