ISD's role
The Institute for Strategic Dialogue (ISD) and ISD Germany is coordinating the coalition to provide space for the participating stakeholders to exchange ideas. Additionally, the think- and do-tank contributes its innovative research on the threat landscape of online antisemitism. The aim is to create space for the coalition to discuss and develop measures to respond to current developments as they occur.
About CCOA
Antisemitism continues to threaten Jewish life, culture and safety with attacks at record high levels in many countries. Between 2002 and 2021, violent antisemitic incidents in Germany alone had more than doubled. Research suggests that this surge in offline attacks is closely linked to antisemitic narratives that proliferate online with the true scale and nature of this threat often underestimated. Commissioned by the European Commission, one ISD study found an alarming seven-fold and 13-fold increase of antisemitic content across French and German Twitter, Facebook and Telegram, respectively when comparing the first two months of 2020 and 2021. This development appears to have been caused by the Covid-19 pandemic.
Hindered by a lack of platform access, data on this issue can be fragmented and efforts to provide an assessment of the antisemitic threat landscape can be further compounded by a lack of funding in country contexts where the antisemitic threat may be more explicit.
The Coalition to Counter Online Antisemitism (CCOA) was created to get ahead of the rising tide and contribute to a consistent and strong European answer to online antisemitism. To do this, we bring together a range of curate stakeholders combating antisemitism, including CSOs, cities, businesses, practitioners and citizen initiatives, to create new partnerships to counter online antisemitism at scale, We want to amplify existing best practice and build bridges between research, educational measures and policy changes. The project focusses on ten countries: Germany, France, Italy, Poland, Sweden, Spain, Belgium, Denmark, Austria and the UK.
The CCOA is an independent pilot project, funded by Google.org through 2027.
The CCOA Training Programme is designed to strengthen a coordinated European response to online antisemitism by equipping CCOA members, multipliers, micro-grantee recipients, and external experts with the skills, knowledge, and networks to take effective action. By integrating policy insights, research, and prevention initiatives, the programme not only builds individual expertise but also strengthens collective capacity to understand, prevent, and respond to the evolving landscape of online antisemitism across Europe.
Crucially, the programme is anchored in a longer-term vision: to connect actors across sectors, address siloed and fragmented approaches, and foster sustained collaboration across European prevention efforts. By linking diverse stakeholders and areas of expertise, it enables the development of innovative, coordinated responses to hate—particularly antisemitism—while reinforcing the networks, shared frameworks, and joint action needed to achieve lasting impact at the European level.
News & Events
CCOA Stronger Together: Building Joint Jewish–Muslim Responses to Online Hate
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On 6 October, the CCOA team organised “Stronger Together: Building Joint Jewish–Muslim Responses to Online Hate”, in partnership with the International Network Against Cyber Hate (INACH), Nordic Safe Cities, and URI (United Religions Initiative).
The event brought together civil society, policy, and community actors from diverse backgrounds to explore shared responses to antisemitism, anti-Muslim hatred, and wider online harms. The programme featured keynote remarks from Katharina von Schnurbein, European Commission Coordinator on Combating Antisemitism and Fostering Jewish Life; Marion Lalisse, European Commission Coordinator on Combating Anti-Muslim Hatred; and Dilwar Hussain, Strategic Advisor at Faith in Labour UK.
The CCOA team facilitated the programme, creating space for lively discussions, knowledge-sharing, and meaningful exchanges across communities. The five workshops and five deep dives brought together experts from across the anti-hate sector and European Jewish and Muslim communities to explore practical approaches to countering online hate.
A heartfelt thank you to all our keynote speakers, workshop and deep-dive leaders, partners, moderators, and participants for their contributions to the event and for helping create such an engaging space for exchange and collaboration.
The conversations don’t end here. Let’s continue building connections, strengthening solidarity, and working together towards a safer digital environment. Thank you for being part of this journey. See you at our next event!
Accelerator Workshop brings CCOA Microgrant Initiatives together in Málaga
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From 1-3 September, members of the CCOA Microgrant Initiatives came together in Málaga for a three-day Accelerator Workshop, marking the final in-person meeting and the closing moment of their one-year journey.
The workshop provided an opportunity to look back on the initiatives implemented throughout the year, reflect on the experiences and lessons gained along the way, and exchange good practices with fellow participants. A particular focus was placed on monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL), with participants sharing approaches, challenges and insights on how to assess the progress and impact of their work.
The workshop also created space to look ahead: participants explored opportunities for continued collaboration and considered how the connections, knowledge and experiences developed throughout the programme could support their work beyond the initiative. Beyond the sessions themselves, the workshop also offered an opportunity to build connections among the participating initiatives and strengthen a network of practitioners working to develop community-based responses to antisemitism. The three days in Málaga marked an important moment of collective learning and exchange, providing participants with practical insights and new perspectives to take forward in their ongoing work.
Join the CCOA European Multiplier Training Programme – Deadline Extended!
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The Coalition to Counter Online Antisemitism is launching its third cohort of the CCOA European Multiplier Training Programme, a three-month programme designed for researchers, educators, policy practitioners, community leaders and civil society actors from a wide range of professional and community backgrounds. Rooted in CCOA’s evidence-based approach and guided by the principle of moving from insight to impact, the programme supports participants in translating research, evidence and lived experience into effective educational and community-based responses to online antisemitism and digital hate.
Structured as a progressive learning journey, the programme guides participants through a series of interconnected stages: understanding the challenge, recognising harm, exploring prevention and response approaches, designing practical initiatives, and assessing how sustainable impact can be achieved.
Why join?
- Expert-led sessions with European practitioners and specialists
- Cross-border peer exchange and networking
- Practical methodologies to translate learning into action
- A Certificate of Completion upon successful completion of the programme
Kick-off: 6 October 2026
Interactive webinars, deep dives, and workshops throughout the months of October, November and December
Who can apply? The programme is open to CCOA members, as well as researchers, educators, policy practitioners, community leaders and civil society actors from a wide range of professional and community backgrounds.
Apply now: European Multiplier Training Programme 2026 (Oct-Dec) – Fill in form
New Application Deadline: 17.09.2026
Please feel free to forward the call for applications to interested parties in your networks.
You can find out more about the programme here: Deadline Extended_Call for participation in multiplier programme 2026 (Oct Onwards) 1
Join the CCOA European Multiplier Training Programme – Apply Now!
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The Coalition to Counter Online Antisemitism is launching its third cohort of the CCOA European Multiplier Training Programme, a three-month programme designed for educators, practitioners, community leaders, civil society actors, policy and government experts and researchers from a wide range of professional and community backgrounds. Rooted in CCOA’s evidence-based approach and guided by the principle of moving from insight to impact, the programme supports participants in translating research, evidence and lived experience into effective educational and community-based responses to online antisemitism and digital hate. Structured as a progressive learning journey, the programme guides participants through a series of interconnected stages: understanding the challenge, recognising harm, exploring prevention and response approaches, designing practical initiatives, and assessing how sustainable impact can be achieved.
Why join?
- Expert-led sessions with European practitioners and specialists
- Cross-border peer exchange and networking
- Practical methodologies to translate learning into action
- A Certificate of Completion upon successful completion of the programme
Kick-off: 6 October 2026
Interactive webinars, deep dives, and workshops throughout the months of October, November and December
Who can apply? The programme is open to CCOA members, educators, practitioners, community leaders, civil society actors, policy and government professionals and researchers from a wide range of professional and community backgrounds.
Apply now: European Multiplier Training Programme 2026 (Oct-Dec) – Fill in form
Deadline: 04.09.2026
Please feel free to forward the call for applications to interested parties in your networks.
You can find out more about the programme here: Call for participation in multiplier programme 2026 (Oct Onwards)
How does CCOA work?
Antisemitism needs to be addressed through a whole-of-society approach, bringing together different experts and stakeholders from various fields and industries and across different geographies.
The exchange of best practices and ideas within the coalition is facilitated by three working groups in the areas of research, education and policy with results being shared across the coalition. Research data informs the development of educational material as well as the design of a joint policy roadmap. A final report will outline CCOA’s key findings including: research data, recommendations to policymakers and an overview of effective educational interventions.
Connecting the dots: Strengthening the understanding of the threat landscape of online antisemitism
The research working group will establish and coordinate a pipeline of advanced international analysis, allowing for comparisons between the different country contexts. Research will bridge the gap between the on- and offline threat landscape with a particular focus on how platform systems may contribute to amplifying risks in the digital antisemitism space.
A policy roadmap to counter online antisemitism across sectors
The policy working group will scope and disseminate best practice interventions and share evidence-based solutions to promote advocacy power and policy development focussing on promoting a deeper understanding of the intersectional nature of the hybridised threat landscape and online antisemitism.
Education interventions in online antisemitism
The education working group will build an international network of amplifiers to counter antisemitism by developing a training toolkit for practitioners, law enforcement, government officials and youth. Sub-grants will be given to innovative ideas that build synergies between sectors.
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How does CCOA understand antisemitism?
Nowadays, antisemitism may appear in many different shapes and sizes. It has become increasingly mainstream across all parts of society, and often polarises communities, undermines human rights and affects democratic processes.
There is no one-size-fits-all definition of antisemitism that suits every context. Several organisations use different definitions, depending on their experience and understanding of the term and the context in which it is used. It is not the role of CCOA to decide which definition is “the best” or should be used by other organisations globally. The work of the CCOA centres around the perspectives of those affected.
In accordance with ISD research, policy and intervention programs, and for the purpose of assessing different manifestations of antisemitism, the CCOA is using the non-legally binding working definition of the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA). The IHRA defines antisemitism as “a certain perception of Jews, which may be expressed as hatred towards Jews. Rhetorical and physical manifestations of antisemitism are directed towards Jewish or non-Jewish individuals and/or their property, towards Jewish community institutions and religious facilities.” In addition to this general definition, IHRA has provided a list of 11 non-exhaustive examples of contemporary antisemitism.
The European Commission together with the IHRA published several resources that explain how to use the IHRA definition:
- The handbook for the practical use of the IHRA working definition of antisemitism. The handbook provides an overview of good practices by international organisations, national administrations, civil society and Jewish communities from across Europe.
- The Fact Sheet on the Working Definition of Antisemitism which outlines the background of the working definition or the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance.
FAQ
CCOA aims at a whole-of-society approach. We invite organisations working on antisemitism, journalists, lawyers, researchers, football clubs and more who may have an interest in the work of the CCOA to join us.
The CCOA provides a space for organisations and practitioners to build capacities and an intersectional understanding of online antisemitism, aiming at equipping members with the tools and knowledge needed to face an increasingly complex online threat landscape.
The working groups will come together once a month to exchange new findings in their respective fields. These meetings will take one or two hours and are not mandatory. Working outputs are continuously shared via internal channels so you can stay up to date even if your schedule does not allow you to take part in meetings.
Members will be connected to change-makers and experts across sectors on a Pan-European level. Communication through internal channels will foster the connection with experts and fellow coalition members. The coalition will benefit the exchange of knowledge, research and best practices.
ISD has long-standing dedicated digital policy expertise across online harms and the wider digital landscape, research expertise and digital analysis tools to provide unique insights on online antisemitism and the overall threat landscape. ISD also has extensive experience in developing intervention programs shaped by their evidence-based research and analysis.