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Education & Outreach

Our work focuses on fostering awareness, addressing antisemitism, and supporting the inclusion of Jewish identity within broader conversations around diversity and equity.

Education & Outreach with Jewish Niagara

Niagara Schools Programs

We offer school-based programs and synagogue visits that introduce students to Jewish identity, traditions, and lived experience.

Many Grade 11 religion classes include a visit to a synagogue as part of their curriculum. We welcome these visits and provide students with an opportunity to experience Jewish life firsthand in a warm environment.

During these visits, students:

  • Learn about Jewish beliefs, practices, and traditions
  • Explore the meaning behind rituals, prayer, and synagogue life
  • Gain insight into Jewish identity and community
  • Engage in open, respectful dialogue and ask questions

We also support Holocaust education at key learning stages, particularly in Grade 6 and Grade 10.

We can connect schools with age-appropriate educational resources, survivor testimonies and second-generation perspectives, and local speakers from the Niagara community.

Educator Workshops

We provide workshops for educators and school staff focused on building confidence and capacity in teaching about Jewish identity and antisemitism.

Topics may include:

  • Jewish identity and lived experience
  • Holocaust education and its contemporary relevance
  • Addressing antisemitism in the classroom
  • Inclusion of Jewish identity within EDI frameworks

Workshops are designed to be practical, thoughtful, and grounded in both historical context and present-day realities.

Education & Outreach with Jewish Niagara

Institutions and First Responder Education with Jewish Niagara

Institutions & First Responders

We work with institutions and community organizations, including first responders such as Niagara Regional Police, to support inclusive practices and greater understanding of Jewish identity.

Programs may include:

  • EDI-informed educational sessions
  • Cultural awareness and sensitivity training
  • Guided tours and immersive learning experiences
  • Dialogue-based sessions to build understanding and trust

Antisemitism, Jewish Identity & EDI

Our work addresses the complexities of antisemitism within contemporary conversations around equity, diversity, and inclusion.

We provide educational programming that:

  • Explores historical and modern forms of antisemitism
  • Highlights the lived experiences of Jewish individuals and communities
  • Supports the meaningful inclusion of Jewish identity within EDI initiatives
  • Encourages thoughtful, informed, and respectful dialogue

Interested in bringing Jewish identity education, Holocaust education, or antisemitism awareness training to your school, workplace, or organization

Complete the form below to request a tour, workshop, talk, or customized educational session. We will follow up to learn more about your audience, goals, preferred dates, and program needs.

Antisemitism, Jewish Identity, and EDI with Jewish Niagara

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