A university-based research center advancing academic discourse on contemporary antisemitism.
University of Haifa
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For further context on framing Chagall as strictly Eastern European, read Comper Center Fellow @BenMFreeman’s work on erasive Jew hate.
New Yorkers experience the abundant contributions of our Eastern European neighbors every day. As we pair syrniki with sour cream in Brighton Beach, look in wonder at a Chagall painting at MoMA and banter with babushkas in Rego Park.
Last week, we celebrated Eastern European heritage at Gracie Mansion, because the story of New York City cannot be told without the story of our Eastern European neighbors.
From new immigrants to those who've lived here for generations, Eastern Europeans have built New York City. We owe them a city they can afford to call home.
Comper Center Director Dr. David Barak-Gorodetsky joined the “What Is Your Vision?" podcast to discuss the evolving challenges of researching contemporary antisemitism and the global debate surrounding its definitions.
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Comper Center fellow @NeilMegas speaks with Greece’s @ta_nea about Israel’s deepening political divisions ahead of the upcoming elections.
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I really appreciated the exchange with this impressive group of academics. Thank you @compercenter for the warm welcome and the engaging conversation.
On a recent visit to the University of Haifa, Canadian Ambassador to Israel @Scanlon_Leslie met with leadership and fellows from the Comper Center to address growing concerns around antisemitism in Canada and learn more about the Center's work.
On a recent visit to the University of Haifa, Canadian Ambassador to Israel @Scanlon_Leslie met with leadership and fellows from the Comper Center to address growing concerns around antisemitism in Canada and learn more about the Center's work.
Legal scholar and Israel Prize laureate @CochavElkayam delivered an essential presentation on her work founding the Civil Commission on the October 7 Crimes Against Women, Children and Families (@theCC07).
Watch the full address here:
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At the inauguration of the Contemporary Antisemitism Studies Association (CASA), @DavidHirsh lays out what is at stake if antisemitism is not effectively confronted within academia.
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Prof. Dina Porat was honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award recognizing her contributions to the study of antisemitism and Holocaust history.
Watch her remarks from the ceremony.
Comper Center fellow @IzaTabaro on how Soviet anti-Zionism laid the groundwork for today’s wave of anti-Jewish hatred.
When anti-racism makes an exception for Jews: Izabella Tabarovsky @IzaTabaro exposes the truth behind the hate, and how Soviet antizionism has shaped the current rise in anti-Jewish hate.
“I think that we will not only survive—which is not an achievement—we will win.”
In his closing keynote at the CA Conference, @BHL reflects on rising antisemitism and Israel’s growing isolation, arguing that the battle for global public opinion is not lost.
Watch the full keynote address here: youtube.com/watch?v=aqDvMe86…
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This past July, the Comper Center brought together a global community of researchers and practitioners to confront contemporary antisemitism.
Follow along for key insights from the conference.
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Bernard-Henri Lévy, French philosopher and best-selling author on “Israel Alone”
Thursday (July 9), 4:30 PM Israel time
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Welcome to Day 3 of Contemporary Antisemitism Haifa 2026! Today is dedicated to our specialized subject tracks, allowing scholars to delve deeply into focused areas of interest and build targeted academic networks.
Track 3: "Measuring Hate" – Quantitative Antisemitism Research. Moving from anecdotal to empirical data. This track highlights methodologies, survey design, and the statistical analysis crucial for understanding the true scale of antisemitism today.