Contemporary antisemitism and Jewish identity perceptions among Greek teacher candidates
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This explorative study examines contemporary forms of antisemitism and the perceptions of Jewish identity among young, highly educated Greeks. Using a structured questionnaire, the study investigated (1) how participants define Jewishness, (2) their endorsement of classical and aggressive antisemitic stereotypes, (3) perceptions of Israel and Israel-related antisemitism, and (4) the subjective perception of antisemitism in education and society. Results indicate that while overtly aggressive antisemitic attitudes are largely rejected, ancestry-based and ethno-religious definitions of Jewishness remain prevalent. Classical stereotypes, particularly regarding economic power, intellectual ability, and intra-group solidarity, persist selectively. Israel is recognized as a legitimate state, yet participants hold generally negative views of its democratic character. Antisemitism in Greek society and education is perceived as marginal, suggesting that subtle, normalized forms of prejudice may escape recognition. These findings highlight the need for targeted educational interventions that address both overt and subtle forms of antisemitism.
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Antisemitism: Attitude Surveys Israel: Attitudes to Israel Attitudes to Jews Teachers University Students Main Topic: Antisemitism Antisemitism: In Education Systems Antisemitism: Education against
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Contemporary antisemitism and Jewish identity perceptions among Greek teacher candidates. 2026: https://archive.jpr.org.uk/10.1080/14782804.2026.2730363
