Standing among a sea of people, many wrapped in Israeli flags, some holding signs, others just being present, it was evident that our community shows up when it matters most. In recent years, and especially in the months leading up to this gathering, the Jewish community has been navigating a renewed wave of uncertainty. Antisemitism has felt closer, more visible, and at times, more normalized than any other time in recent memory.

This three-day gathering brought together an extraordinary cross-section of voices: educators, students, policymakers, scholars, and community members, united by a shared recognition: antisemitism is not a relic of the past. It is unfortunately a present and evolving reality that demands us to respond.