How do we beat hate and undo discrimination as a culture in 2020 (when the institutions that guide and govern us are modeling divisiveness, exclusion and hate)? How do we fight back and create a world of inclusion, acceptance and a celebration of diversity, when the world around us is filled with discrimination, ignorance and barbed speech? What does it take to skillfully stand up for ourselves, and to advocate for ourselves as well as other marginalized people and communities around us? On this episode of Tattoos and Torah, Rabbi Iggy speaks with Dr. Rachel Fish, activist, scholar, published author, mother and all-around badass woman. As someone who works to dismantle and address different types of discrimination, including antisemitism, homophobia, Islamophobia and more, she and Rabbi Iggy discuss what it takes to make a change in people’s lives, and how to make sure our future generations are protected from discrimination and violence. Dr. Rachel Fish is the founding Executive Director of the new Foundation to Combat Anti-Semitism is Robert Krafts (owner of the New England Patriots) foundation to catalyze dynamic new solutions to stop the age-old hatred of antisemitism, homophobia, Islamophobia and much more. If you want to learn how to beat hate and bigotry, as well as address self-hate and ultimately create positive change the world, then this episode is for you!
