Building a Stronger Response to Antisemitism in Atlanta

July 3, 2026

When antisemitic incidents occur, knowing where to turn can be just as important as the response itself. 

As antisemitism continues to rise across the country, Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta is expanding its role as a community convener with the launch of the Antisemitism Response Network, a new initiative designed to connect individuals and families with support while strengthening coordination among the organizations working to address antisemitism throughout metro Atlanta. 

Leading this effort is Stacey Hydrick, who retired earlier this year after 15 years on the DeKalb County bench. Hydrick brings more than three decades of legal experience and a strong background in navigating complex situations, building consensus, and working across diverse stakeholders. 

The Antisemitism Response Network is part of Frontline, a new Jewish Federations of North America initiative that is strengthening local responses to antisemitism through dedicated leadership, national resources, and coordinated support. As Atlanta’s Frontline lead, Stacey is helping bring those resources to our community while continuing Federation’s long-standing role of bringing partners together. 

“At a time when antisemitism continues to rise across the United States, our community needs a coordinated, proactive and victim-centered approach,” said Renee Kutner, President & CEO of the Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta. “The Antisemitism Response Network reflects Federation’s commitment to bringing people together, strengthening partnerships and ensuring that individuals facing antisemitism know they are not alone. By convening community organizations, educational leaders, law enforcement and advocates, we can respond more effectively and build a stronger, more resilient Jewish community.” 

Working alongside national and local partners including the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), American Jewish Committee (AJC), Secure Community Network (SCN), Hillels of Georgia and the Institute for Curriculum Services (ICS), along with educators, law enforcement agencies, synagogues, and grassroots organizations, Federation is helping build a coordinated network that can connect people with the right support at the right time. 

“There are so many organizations doing important work,” Stacey said. “The challenge is that not everybody talks to each other. The Antisemitism Response Network is focused on   getting everyone around the same table and working together”. 

And that work has already begun. Not only is Federation working closely to build close relationships with the individuals and organizations connected to The Antisemitism Response Network, but tit has also convened  several formal meetings, and co-sponsored three community events this year, the most recent on July 2.  

Through events with U.S. and international legal leaders, the Network offers the community practical language, frameworks, and tools to understand and confront antisemitism. Its programs have examined campus responses, legal standards around Israel-focused accusations, and government best practices in addressing antisemitism. 

New reporting tools are available through the Antisemitism Response Network. Community members can submit reports for both school-related incidents and broader community concerns, helping Federation and its partners track trends, coordinate responses, and direct individuals to the most appropriate resources. Urgent security concerns or criminal incidents continue to be immediately escalated to the Secure Community Network (SCN) and law enforcement. 

“One of the greatest opportunities before us is creating stronger connections among the many organizations already doing important work in this space,” Stacey said. “By improving communication and coordination, we can better support those impacted by antisemitism and help ensure our community responds with clarity, compassion, and purpose.” 

Learn more about the Antisemitism Response Network here and report* a general incident here or a school-related incident here. 

*Urgent or criminal incidents are always escalated to SCN and/or the appropriate authorities.