Antisemitism Research Initiative | Program on Extremism

The Antisemitism Research Initiative, launched by the Program on Extremism at The George Washington University, addresses the persistent challenge of antisemitism—a pervasive prejudice manifesting globally from subtle biases to overt violence. Our initiative investigates the evolving nature of antisemitic incidents and ideologies in the United States, Europe, and the Middle East. By synthesizing our research findings into actionable policy solutions, we aim to equip policymakers, civic leaders, and law enforcement with practical strategies to counteract antisemitism and promote a more inclusive society.

Our Research Team

Omar Mohammed

Director of the Antisemitism Research Initiative

Advisory Board

Professor Walter Reich

Yitzhak Rabin Memorial Professor of International Affairs, Ethics, and Human Behavior

Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences

Elliott School of International Affairs, The George Washington University

Michael Whine, MBE

Member

European Commission against Racism and Intolerance (ECRI)

Council of Europe

Michael J. Feuer, PhD

Immediate Past Dean, GSEHD

Professor, Education Policy

The George Washington University

Dr. Gadi Luzzatto Voghera

Director

Centro di Documentazione Ebraica Contemporanea

Faisal Al Mutar

Founder

Ideas Beyond Borders

El Mehdi Boudra

Maimouna Foundation

Milena Santerini

Vice President

Fondazione Memoriale della Shoah di Milano

Professor Kamal Abdel-Malek

Professor of Arabic Literature

American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK)

Hilary Miller

Policy Analyst

U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF)

Recent Publications

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Projects

Discourse: Research on Ideology, Hate, and Tolerance

Discourse: Research on Ideology, Hate, and Tolerance is an annual, open-access academic journal dedicated to the systematic study of how ideologies of hatred and practices of tolerance are articulated, transmitted, contested, and institutionalized through discourse across global contexts.

Reviving the Jewish Memory of Mosul

The "Reviving the Jewish Heritage of Mosul" initiative, led by Omar Mohammed, aimed to preserve and document the oral histories of Mosul's Jewish community. Launched in 2021 and concluded in 2022, this project focused on recording testimonies from community members, as well as the digitization of private archives and a significant journal published by the Jewish community. The initiative received funding from the International Alliance for the Protection of Heritage in Conflict Areas (ALIPH), underscoring its importance in safeguarding cultural history in vulnerable regions.

36 Minutes on Antisemitism

"36 Minutes on Antisemitism" is a five-season interactive bi-monthly podcast that explores the contemporary dynamics of antisemitism across the United States, Europe, and the Middle East. This series engages with practitioners, policymakers, and scholars dedicated to studying and combating antisemitism. Through a free-of-edit format, the podcast allows guest speakers to elaborate on the latest trends and insights in antisemitism, fostering a deep and nuanced understanding of its manifestations and challenges.

Civic Minutes: On Hatred

Civic Minutes is a short-form podcast series that delivers focused, reflective conversations on hate, identity, and democracy—two to three minutes at a time. It's built around the belief that civic discourse shouldn't be long-winded to be meaningful. Each episode isolates one idea, quote, or moment that reveals something critical about our societies, especially in times of division.