- Define antisemitism and explain how it can manifest in contemporary society.
- Describe the historical background of antisemitism, including the significance and legacy of the Holocaust.
- Identify common antisemitic stereotypes, myths, conspiracy narratives, and discriminatory behaviours.
- Explain the purpose and relevance of the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance working definition of antisemitism.
- Recognise both overt and subtle forms of antisemitism, including online abuse, coded language, exclusionary behaviour, and discriminatory assumptions.
- Distinguish between legitimate political expression and behaviour or language that may cross into antisemitism.
- Explain the responsibilities organisations and individuals have under the Equality Act 2010 in relation to discrimination, harassment, inclusion, and safeguarding.
- Describe the emotional, psychological, social, and professional impact antisemitism can have on individuals and communities.
- Demonstrate an understanding of appropriate responses to antisemitic incidents, disclosures, or concerns.
- Identify appropriate internal and external reporting procedures, including hate crime reporting and safeguarding escalation where relevant.
- Explain the importance of respectful communication, inclusive practice, and psychologically safe environments.
- Reflect on their own role in promoting dignity, inclusion, anti-racist practice, and respectful behaviour within workplaces, organisations, and communities.
Course Overview
The course promotes an anti-racist, safeguarding-focused, and values-driven approach that encourages respect, inclusion, dignity, and responsible professional conduct. Learners will explore the historical roots of antisemitism, including the legacy of the Holocaust, before examining how antisemitism manifests in contemporary society through discrimination, prejudice, conspiracy narratives, online abuse, exclusionary behaviour, and coded language.
By the end of the course, learners will: