Anti-Defamation League
Posted by Cynthia Barnes on May 27, 2007
Adl.org is the official site of the Anti-Defamation League, whose main goal is to stop the defamation of Jewish people.
“The immediate object of the League is to stop, by appeals to reason and conscience and, if necessary, by appeals to law, the defamation of the Jewish people. Its ultimate purpose is to secure justice and fair treatment to all citizens alike and to put an end forever to unjust and unfair discrimination against and ridicule of any sect or body of citizens.”
In keeping with this objective, adl.org focuses on the collection, analysis, and dissemination of information related to extremism and hate activity. The site focuses on worldwide current events and presents them in an easy-to-understand format.
Extremely comprehensive, adl.org concentrates on areas of anti-Semitism, civil rights, combating hatred, terrorism, the Holocaust, and international affairs. There are also sections dedicated to Israel, law enforcement, religious freedoms, and security awareness. In addition to informing the reader of current events, each category explains the Anti-Defamation League’s position on the issues.
Among the hundreds of resources, is a comprehensive education section. ADL is a leading provider of anti-bias education and diversity training programs that aid to create all-encompassing home, school, community, and work environments. In addition, ADL offers parents and teachers resources and materials to assist in responding to questions raised by children in the aftermath of hate. These resources not only help to answer those questions, but arm kids with the tools of confidence and tolerance in hopes of making the world a better place.
