Thousands will gather in New York City next Monday and Tuesday, March 16-17, for “Never Is Now,” the world’s largest summit on antisemitism and hate, presented by ADL (the Anti-Defamation League).
“Antisemitism has moved from the fringes into our mainstream, into our institutions, into the fabric of daily life,” says Jonathan Greenblatt, ADL CEO and National Director. “Silence is not an option. The urgency of this moment couldn't be clearer.”
Greenblatt’s comments are backed up by ADL's 2024 Audit of Antisemitic Incidents, which reported that there were 9,354 antisemitic incidents across the United States in 2024—the highest number recorded since ADL began tracking this data 46 years ago. This represents a 344 percent increase over the past five years. Moreover, findings of the Blue Square Alliance have shown that antisemitic attitudes are now held by 25% of the population — an increase of 26 million people in just 18 months. While Jews account for only 2% of the U.S. population, they are the target of nearly 70% of faith-based hate.
Attendees at the Never Is Now summit will gather to experience a day and a half of powerful programming with over 100 renowned experts leading a wide variety of dynamic panels on topics such as “Effectively Advocating Against Antisemitism, Online and Off:” “Building and Sustaining Christian-Jewish Alliances;” “Addressing Antisemitism Across Professional Sectors;” and many others. Global leaders will discuss the current wave of antisemitic activity amidst Iranian regime tensions and how ADL protects the community.
This year’s Summit will feature a special segment commemorating the United States’ upcoming 250th birthday and how it connects Jewish values to the broader American story. Among the distinguished speakers who will share their perspectives are renowned investor, author and historian David Rubenstein who is the principal owner of the Baltimore Orioles, and prominent historian, writer and academic Pamela Nadell, whose books, “America’s Jewish Women: A History from Colonial Times to Today” and “Antisemitism, an American Tradition” have each won a National Jewish Book Award.
Best-selling author and award-winning podcast host Scott Galloway will also be at the summit and will discuss how innovation and technology are changing how communities connect and how harm can spread. Other prominent participants in the conference include Emmanuel Acho, New York Times best-selling author, Emmy Award winner and host, who will receive the ADL Ally Award; Lucy Aharish, ADL Abraham Award honoree, Bianna Golodryga, CNN Anchor, Senior Global Affairs Analyst and co-author, “Don’t Feed the Lion.”
ADL will present Robert Kraft, Founder of the Blue Square Alliance Against Hate, with its prestigious Changemaker Award at the summit. The Changemaker Award is presented to a leader in sports or entertainment who has used their platform and position to effect positive change in the world, recognizing individuals who have advocated for justice and fair treatment for all.
In addition, Richard Dickson, President and CEO, Gap Inc., will receive the Courage Against Hate Award at the summit, in recognition of his commitment to combating antisemitism and hate, his decisive corporate leadership in standing against bigotry, and his vision for making the fight against hate a core business imperative. Tickets for the Never Is Now Summit are selling quickly, but registration remains open through March 12.
Written in collaboration with ADL