Blog Archives

ADL’s Asian Jewish Initiative and Los Angeles Jewish Film Festival screening of ‘Above the Drowning Sea’

On April 29, ADL’s Asian Jewish Initiative partnered with the Los Angeles Jewish Film Festival on a screening of Above the Drowning Sea. This documentary tells the story of the dramatic escape of European Jews from Nazi-controlled Europe to Shanghai on the eve of World War Two through the courageous intervention of Ho Feng Shan, the Chinese Consul in Vienna

ADL’s Amanda Susskind in Conversation with (((Semitism))) Author Jonathan Weisman

On April 16, the Anti-Defamation League and Whizin Center Center for Continuing Education at American Jewish University presented ADL Regional Director Amanda Susskind in conversation with New York Times editor and author Jonathan Weisman about his new book, (((SEMITISM))) Being Jewish in America in the Age of Trump. The book is a powerful contemplation about how Jews are currently viewed

Anti-Defamation League Entertainment Industry Dinner: Nancy Dubuc Honored; Industry-Wide Expressions of Concern about Rise of Hate

The Anti-Defamation League honored Nancy Dubuc, Chief Executive Officer of VICE Media, at the 2018 Entertainment Industry Dinner on April 17 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel. The ADL Entertainment Industry Dinner honors individuals in the entertainment industry annually for their vision, leadership, accomplishments, and contributions to the community. The event raised more than $500,000 to combat anti-Semitism and bigotry of all

Sherwood Prize: Law Enforcement Honored by ADL for Combating Hate and Bigotry

The Anti-Defamation League Helene & Joseph Sherwood Prize for Combating Hate luncheon and awards ceremony was held on March 13 at the Skirball Cultural Center in Los Angeles.  The nationally recognized prize goes to Southern California law enforcement personnel who go above and beyond the call of duty to fight hate. This year, the honorees included two individuals and two groups. 

Four Extraordinary Women Honored at ADL Deborah Awards

On the eve of International Women’s Day, a capacity crowd watched ADL honor four women of achievement from diverse fields and backgrounds at the 23rd Annual Deborah Awards Dinner on Wednesday, March 7 at the SLS Hotel Beverly Hills.  $350,000 was raised to help ADL fight anti-Semitism and bigotry. Honored for leadership in their professions and civic contributions that exemplify