2000s
The World Conference Against Racism, a U.N.-sanctioned conference held in Durban, South Africa in 2001, turns into an anti-Israel and antisemitic hate fest. ADL convinces the U.S. government and others to withdraw in protest.
ADL takes action in response to the terrorist attacks on Sept 11, 2001. A WORLD OF DIFFERENCE® Institute produces "Empowering Children in the Aftermath of Hate," a guide distributed by The New York Times. ADL's guide to security awareness becomes an invaluable resource for Jewish institutions and organizations worldwide. After 9/11, ADL launches new programs for law enforcement leaders, to help them and their agencies combat extremist and terrorist threats. ADL works with Congress and the Bush Administration to provide new tools for law enforcement officials to help prevent terrorist acts, while adhering to constitutional safeguards concerning the proper balance between national security and individual rights.
In October 2002, ADL convenes the Conference on Global Antisemitism, a gathering of world Jewish leaders, diplomats and U.N.officials in New York City to develop strategies to combat the rising global antisemitism that led to attacks on Jewish communities in Europe and elsewhere.
ADL continues to counteract anti-Israel activity on college campuses, where it often turns into expressions of antisemitism against Jewish students and faculty.
In response to documented religious harassment and proselytizing, ADL prepares resources and lesson plans for use in the curriculum of the U.S. Air Force Academy. Every cadet is now required to participate in this training.