Anti-Muslim Bigotry and Being An Ally
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Anti-Muslim Bigotry and Being An Ally


Lesson Summary:

From the ADL- Anti Defamation League:

After the recent terrorist attacks in Paris, Beirut and San Bernardino, California, there has been an increase in incidents targeting the Muslim community and those who are perceived to be Muslim. Since the Paris attacks on November 13, 2015, there have been at least seventy-five incidents in the United States, including assaults, vandalism and threats. In the wake of these terrorist attacks, the emergence of ISIS combined with a lack of information among the general public and the tendency to conflate Islam with terrorism, there has been a surge in anti-Muslim sentiment in our public discourse, political rhetoric and everyday interactions. This trend is similar to the anti-Muslim sentiment that escalated following the September 11th terrorist attacks in 2001.

This lesson provides an opportunity for students to learn more about these incidents, reflect on the connection between these anti-Muslim acts of bigotry and the misunderstandings and stereotypes about Muslim people, and identify ways they can be allies in the face of bias and discrimination.

This resource is not designed for specifically Jewish audiences, so educators should adapt the materials as they deem fit for their community. 



Objectives

  • Students will understand more about some of the recent incidents targeting the Muslim community and those perceived to be Muslim.
  • Students will explore myths, stereotypes and misinformation about Muslim people and Islam and dispel them with facts and background information.
  • Students will identify ways to be an ally to the Muslim community especially during this difficult time

Be Inspired:The ideas included are offered as starting points as you and your students explore, discover and live the lessons. Be sure to elicit and encourage student and parent participation, consistently reinforcing the value being addressed. Allow lessons to authentically develop and change based on engagement and interests.


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The Anti-Defamation League was founded in 1913 "to stop the defamation of the Jewish people and to secure justice and fair treatment to all." ADL fights anti-Semitism and all forms of bigotry, defends democratic ideals and protects civil rights for all.

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