As part of our podcast series introducing the projects of this year’s European Alliance Programme (EAP), we continue to spotlight the people and ideas driving meaningful change across Europe.

In this episode, moderated by Nicole Schweiß, she talks with Sebastian Mohr  from SABRA, Sergios Voilas from the Interorthodox Centre of the Church of Greece and collegues about their project Erase the Hate beyond the Blackboard – an initiative adapting and contextualising digital educational tools on antisemitism and Holocaust remembrance for Greek educators. Through a study visit to Düsseldorf and a seminar in Athens, the project fosters professional exchange, enhances pedagogical resources, and promotes cross-cultural understanding between Germany and Greece.

Over the coming weeks, all EAP projects will be introduced here and featured in this podcast series, sharing insights into their ideas, challenges, and visions for a more inclusive future.

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Intro: Bethany Odd | Moderator: Nicole Schweiß | Speaker: Sebastian Mohr,  Sergios Voilas, Christos Nasios, Detlef David Bauszus and Kalliopi Mavragka | Audio-Edit: Gal Yaron Mayersohn | Music: Hopeful Start by John Bartmann is licensed under a CC0 1.0 Universal License | Illustration: Saskia Schlarmann | Editing: Nihal Çalışır | Project Lead: Florian Eisheuer, Johanna Korneli, Jo Frank | © 2026 DialoguePerspectives e.V. | https://against-antisemitism.eu/⁠ | Insta: dialogueperspectives_epna

This podcast episode is a recording of the panel discussion “Antisemitism & Racism – Intersectional Approaches and Civil Society Responses.” with Veronica Sartore (Yad be Yad, Germany), Eva Fortes (Barcelona City Council), and Enerida Isuf (Consell Municipal del Poble Gitano, tbc), and moderated by Victor Sorenssen (AEPJ).

The panel examines both the distinct features and the intersecting logics of antisemitism and racism, exploring where they overlap, where they diverge, and how these issues can be addressed together in analytically sound and practically meaningful ways. It also reflects on the opportunities and challenges of developing joint approaches and their implications for alliances within civil society.

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Intro: Bethany Odd I Moderator: Victor Sorenssen | Speaker: Veronica Sartore, Eva Fortes, Enerida Isuf | Audio-Edit: Gal Yaron Mayersohn | Music: Hopeful Start by John Bartmann is licensed under a CC0 1.0 Universal License | Illustration: Saskia Schlarmann | Editing: Nihal Çalışır | Project Lead: Florian Eisheuer, Johanna Korneli, Jo Frank | © 2026 DialoguePerspectives e.V. | https://against-antisemitism.eu/ |⁠ Insta: dialogueperspectives_epna

As part of our podcast series introducing the projects of this year’s European Alliance Programme (EAP), we continue to spotlight the people and ideas driving meaningful change across Europe.

In this episode, moderated by Nicole Schweiß, she talks with Réka Novák  about their project 9th of November Campaign – UNITED in Defiance — a week-long programme of online and offline activities designed to raise awareness of the dangers posed by extremism, fascism, and populism. Through exhibitions, workshops, and a coordinated online campaign, the initiative equips participants with the knowledge and tools to confront these threats and empowers individuals to take an active stance against antisemitism and populism.

Over the coming weeks, all EAP projects will be introduced here and featured in this podcast series, sharing insights into their ideas, challenges, and visions for a more inclusive future.

For feedback or comments, write us.

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Intro: Bethany Odd I Moderator: Nicole Schweiß | Speaker: Réka Novák I Audio-Edit: Gal Yaron Mayersohn I Music: Hopeful Start by John Bartmann is licensed under a CC0 1.0 Universal License I Illustration: Saskia Schlarmann I Project Lead: Jo Frank, Johanna Korneli | © 2026 DialoguePerspectives e.V. | https://against-antisemitism.eu/⁠ I insta: dialogueperspectives_epna

In this episode of our podcast series, we continue to highlight the people and ideas behind meaningful change across Europe as part of our coverage of European Alliance Programme projects.

Nicole Schweiß talks to Basya Gartenstein (GEZUBI) and Dragana Stojanovic (Haver Serbia) about their project, “The Upstanders Network”, which connects educators from Vienna and Belgrade to address issues such as antisemitism, Islamophobia, and discrimination against Roma and Sinti people, as well as broader social exclusion.
Listen as the two practitioners discuss the exchange’s highlights and how participants shared expertise, co-developed educational tools, and created a digital toolkit to promote inclusive and democratic values and teaching methods in schools in both cities.

Over the coming weeks, this podcast series will introduce more EAP projects, sharing insights into their ideas, challenges, and visions for a more inclusive future. Stay tuned!

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Intro: Bethany Odd I Moderator: Nicole Schweiß | Speaker: Basya Gartenstein, Dragana Stojanovic I Audio-Edit: Gal Yaron Mayersohn I Music: Hopeful Start by John Bartmann is licensed under a CC0 1.0 Universal License I Illustration: Saskia Schlarmann I Project Lead: Jo Frank, Johanna Korneli | © 2026 DialoguePerspectives e.V. | https://against-antisemitism.eu/⁠ I Instagram: dialogueperspectives_epna | Shownotes: https://haver.rs

United Against Antisemitism. Stories from the Field, Episode 10: „Strengthening Cooperation Between Governments, Institutions, and Civil Society Against Antisemitism“

The EPNA Autumn Workshop in Rome brought together practitioners from across Europe to explore the issue of antisemitism in Italy. As the host of the oldest Jewish community, Italy is a very interesting case study from historical and political perspectives. Learning at the workshop took place through presentations on the Italian case and a panel discussion which brought together policymakers to discuss the topic of building trust across sectors in order to combat antisemitism. Furthermore, the workshop provided participants with skills training and opportunities to engage in active exchange with local organisations.

In this podcast episode, moderated by Nicole Schweiß, you will hear about the participants’ experiences in Rome. Nicole will speak with Stefania Manca (Institute of Educational Technology, Italian National Research Council), Josh Dubell (Solutions Not Sides Programme, UK), Joshua Krug (Researcher, Germany), Mikheil Grishashvili (Peace Synagogue, Georgia), Basya Gartenstein (GEZUBI, Austria), Raja-Léon Lange (Fachnetzwerk gegen Antisemitismus in Sachsen, Germany) and Eliza Gaust (HaKoach Association, Poland).

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Intro: Bethany Odd I Moderator: Nicole Schweiß I Audio-Edit: Gal Yaron Mayersohn I Music: Hopeful Start by John Bartmann is licensed under a CC0 1.0 Universal License I Illustration: Saskia Schlarmann I Project Lead: Jo Frank, Johanna Korneli | © 2025 DialoguePerspectives e.V. | https://against-antisemitism.eu/⁠ I insta: dialogueperspectives_epna

United Against Antisemitism. Stories from the Field, Episode 9. “The fight against antisemitism needs a European perspective”

United Against Antisemitism: Stories from the Field, Episode 9.

Over the next few weeks, we’ll be introducing organisations that are part of our European Alliance Programme (EAP). The EAP was launched in 2024 to strengthen cross-national cooperation in the fight against antisemitism.

In 2025, 25 organisations from 18 European countries are part of the programme, implementing 21 important projects.

We’re kicking off the series with a conversation with Veronica Sartore from the Germany-based organisation Yad be Yad. You can check out their work and follow them here: @yadbe_yad. You should also have a look at our esteemed member organisation Mozaika from Spain: @mozaika.bcn

In this episode, we discuss the complexities of addressing the Middle East conflict, antisemitism and racism, as well as Veronica’s work with Yad be Yad and within the EAP.

Stay tuned to learn more about the people and initiatives driving the work of EPNA – and feel free to share your thoughts with us.

Intro: Bethany Odd I Audio-Edit: Gal Yaron Mayersohn I Music: Hopeful Start by John Bartmann is licensed under a CC0 1.0 Universal License I Illustration: Saskia Schlarmann I Project Lead: Jo Frank, Johanna Korneli | © 2025 DialoguePerspectives e.V. | https://against-antisemitism.eu/⁠ I insta: dialogueperspectives_epna

United Against Antisemitism. Stories from the Field, Episode 8. Challenges and Political Responses to Antisemitism across Europe.

🎙️ United Against Antisemitism: Stories from the Field, Episode 8.

The EPNA Conference 25 in February in Berlin featured a panel discussion on the challenges and political responses to antisemitism across Europe.

Moderated by Benjamin Fischer, Chair of the Board at CeMAS and Advisory Board member at Democ, the panel brought together Ambassador Christian Heldt, Special Representative of the German Federal Foreign Office; Alina Bricman, Director of European Union Affairs at B’nai B’rith International; Michael Whine, UK Member of ECRI and co-founder of the Community Security Trust; and Rosa Jellinek, content creator, political educator, and activist.

The discussion addressed topics such as the application of European legislation not only in EU member states but also in Council of Europe states: Whine highlighted the strong legal frameworks in Europe, while also acknowledging that these laws are not always effectively applied. Jellinek emphasized the need for greater pressure on online platforms to combat hate speech, as well as increased financial support for Jewish communities and educational initiatives on antisemitism. Bricman put up for discussion the necessity of content-driven capacity building, the relevance of interdisciplinary collaboration, and depoliticising antisemitism as well as strengthening solidarity.

The event was realised in cooperation with the German Federal Foreign Office.

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Intro: Bethany Odd I Audio-Edit: Gal Yaron Mayersohn I Music: Hopeful Start by John Bartmann is licensed under a CC0 1.0 Universal License I Illustration: Saskia Schlarmann I Project Lead: Jo Frank, Johanna Korneli | © 2025 DialoguePerspectives e.V. | https://against-antisemitism.eu/⁠ I insta: dialogueperspectives_epna

Not your grandma’s antisemitism, nor her internet.

🎙️ United Against Antisemitism: Stories from the Field, Episode 7.

“This isn’t your grandma’s antisemitism anymore. And it’s not her internet either.”

With this motto Adina and Evan examine how the internet operates—where accuracy competes with popularity—and explore technology’s deep entanglement with long-standing discrimination and hate. In our conversation, they discuss these dynamics and highlight the crucial role of knowledge transfer through deep learning.

Check out their initiative WHO BY TECH?

Also, check out Mozaika, a Spanish organisation promoting Jewish culture, as well as UNESCO’s Global Forum Against Racism and Discrimination and Paideia, that they work with.

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Intro: Bethany Odd I Audio-Edit: Gal Yaron Mayersohn I Music: Hopeful Start by John Bartmann is licensed under a CC0 1.0 Universal License I Illustration: Saskia Schlarmann I Project Lead: Jo Frank, Johanna Korneli | © 2025 DialoguePerspectives e.V. | https://against-antisemitism.eu/⁠ I insta: dialogueperspectives_epna

Challenges and Opportunities in Countering Antisemitism Online

🎙️ United Against Antisemitism: Stories from the Field, Episode 6.

Join us for a panel discussion live-recorded during the EPNA workshop in Belgrade this November. Featuring key voices like Katharina von Schnurbein (@europeancommission), Friedrich Enders (@tiktok_deutschland), and others, the panel explores the rise of online antisemitism, the role of legislation, and collective strategies to foster safer digital spaces.

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Intro: Bethany Odd I Audio-Edit: Gal Yaron Mayersohn I Music: Hopeful Start by John Bartmann is licensed under a CC0 1.0 Universal License I Illustration: Saskia Schlarmann I Project Lead: Jo Frank, Johanna Korneli | © 2024 DialoguePerspectives e.V. | https://against-antisemitism.eu/⁠ I insta: dialogueperspectives_epna

The Power of Arts and Culture in Creating Dialogue

🎙️ United Against Antisemitism: Stories from the Field, Episode 5.

Listen to Umit Ozturk from the Euro-Mediterranean Resources Network located in Brighton (UK) as he introduces his work on how to use culture and arts as a form of getting to know each other as well as telling stories to create understanding and overcome prejudices.

On his initiatives he collaborates with the organisation United for Intercultural Action in Hungary.

Check out also: The No Hate Speech Campaign of the Council of Europa

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Intro: Bethany Odd I Audio-Edit: Gal Yaron Mayersohn I Music: Hopeful Start by John Bartmann is licensed under a CC0 1.0 Universal License I Illustration: Saskia Schlarmann I Project Lead: Jo Frank, Johanna Korneli | © 2024 DialoguePerspectives e.V. | https://against-antisemitism.eu/⁠ I insta: dialogueperspectives_epna