Identity complexity raises the stakes for allyship.

Hate crimes against American Jews have surged by 63% since 2023, raising urgency for allyship.

Inclusive allyship requires recognizing ethno-religious oppression, not just racial or gender.

In an era where identity has become more complex, and there are so many ways that individuals can define themselves, how can we maintain our allyship toward individuals who experience oppression or marginalization?

The concept of allyship is not new in our discipline. In fact, the American Psychological Association (APA) identifies a number of resources on their website about “inclusive language” and guides for addressing systemic racism. They explicitly define allyship as, “People who recognize the unearned privilege they receive from society’s privileging of Whiteness, male gender, Christianity, heterosexuality, ableism, and other identities and take responsibility for advancing equity” (“Inclusive Language Guide,” 2023, General Terms, para. 3).

Insights From Fellowship on Antisemitism and Jewish Identity

I have been thinking of allyship specifically since recently participating in a Fellowship and Summer Institute on Antisemitism & Jewish Identity in Educational Settings at my alma mater, The George Washington University. One of the overarching themes from this program was the ways in........

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