About the October 7 Listening Project
Since the Hamas attacks on Israel on October 7, 2023, the American Jewish community has seen a steep rise in antisemitism. 3G Philly wanted to share how people in our local community were being affected. When we were invited to a South Jersey event commemorating the one year anniversary of the attacks, we headed over with a microphone and and heard from 3Gs, 2Gs and others about their experiences, their fears, and their hopes. Their stories are shared below.
How to Listen
To listen to a specific individual’s interview, click on their image below.
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Credits
Recorded and edited by Harper Yatvin. You can learn more about his work by clicking here.
CAREN BEGUN: After the October 7 attacks, a mother shares her experience counseling her children on whether or not to hang up Hanukkah decorations, handling discussions of antisemitism in public schools, and antisemitism in higher education.
TANYA BUCHMAN: An American woman describes her experience being in Israel on October 7, her lengthy journey getting home to America, and how, as a 2G, the events of October 7 remind her of the Holocaust.
RABBI LEWIS ERON: A seasoned Rabbi expresses his frank disappointment in the world's response to the October 7 attacks, and compares the 2024 experience of antisemitism to his childhood experience of antisemitism in the 1950s.
RABBI MENDY MANGEL: A Rabbi expresses his dismay that the idea of "never again" may just be a slogan, based on the events of and reaction to October 7 that he's encountered in his everyday life.
MEIR ROZALIS: In the face of the worst Jewish tragedy since the Holocaust, an Israeli man pleads that all members of the Jewish faith unite together, as we are all brothers and sisters. He also expresses his joy that that Jewish organizations and grassroots members of the community are supplying crucial support and advocacy in the world.
RAVID BELAISH: On October 7, an Israeli soldier shares her first 24 hours after the initial attacks on Israel detailing how she answered the call to construct a 3,000 person base. *Warning: There are curse words in this episode.*
RONIT BOYD: A 2G expresses a grim gratitude that her father is not here to see the horror of October 7 and wonders how it came to be. Her daughter's college choices are now guided by the antisemitism they have seen on college campuses. She shares her faith that the Jewish people will dance again after the Nova Music Festival.
Why a Listening Project
Our mission at 3G Philly is to both share our grandparents’ stories from the Shoah and to fight antisemitism today. The October 7 Listening Project connects the past with the present and the unfortunate truth that antisemitism did not die with the end of World War II.
After you listen to these interviews, we hope you…
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Gain Knowledge
Understand that antisemitism didn’t end with the Holocaust. It still impacts individuals and communities today.
Gain a deeper understanding of the personal toll of antisemitism and the importance of solidarity
Feel empowered to stand up against antisemitism by educating others and promoting inclusivity.
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Get Inspired
Hearing survivor stories:
Transforms listeners into witnesses to history
Fosters empathy by giving a name and a face to the facts and numbers
Educates others about the dangers of unchecked antisemitism
Helps combat misinformation and Holocaust denial
Inspires people to stand up against antisemitism and other forms of hate
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Take Action
Share these stories
Invite a 3G Philly speaker to share their family's Holocaust story at your school, home, workplace, religious institution, community event, or even your book club.
