“Together Against Hate: Promoting Unity in Our Community” Returns for its Third Year
September 09, 2025
2025-26 topics include youth mental health, Jew-hatred, indigenous people, Ethiopian Jews, and human trafficking
In a world increasingly marked by division and misunderstanding, “Together Against Hate: Promoting Unity in the Community,” presented by the Jewish Community Alliance and the First Coast YMCA, returns to provide a platform for education, dialogue, culture, and connection across Jacksonville’s diverse communities.
Guided by the belief that education is the pathway to meaningful dialogue and change, the 2025-26 series will feature programs ranging from cultural celebrations and global culinary experiences to the history of Jew-hatred and learning how to prevent human trafficking and support victims living in Jacksonville.
The 2025-26 events will begin at 7 pm on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, with a critical conversation for parents, educators, and community leaders: the mental health and well-being of children and adolescents. One in five children and teens live with mental health conditions; the earlier issues are diagnosed, the greater impact caregivers, parents, and friends can have. Hosted at The LJD Jewish Family & Community Services, the opening event this year includes a panel of local clinicians who will share insights and strategies to support young people who face daily challenges.
The series will once again culminate in a public display of unity as hundreds of runners and walkers gather for the 3rd annual “Racing Against Hate” 5K Run/Walk. The race will take place at 1 pm on Sunday, February 22, 2026 at the Winston Family YMCA in Riverside. All ages are encouraged to attend. Keep reading for a full list of the 2025-26 “Together Against Hate” events. Registration details and more information will be posted on TogetherAgainstHateJax.org and shared on the Together Against Hate Facebook page.
2025-26 “Together Against Hate” Events
Tuesday, September 30 at 7 pm | “Youth Mental Health”
Local clinicians and experts on mental health counseling for children and adolescents.
The LJD Jewish Family & Community Services, 8540 Baycenter Road
Tuesday, October 21 at 7 pm | “Building Bridges in the Face of Hate”
Explore how hate and oppression impact many communities, woven through the stories of the Holocaust and the history of Jacksonville.
The Ritz Theatre & Museum, 829 N Davis Street
Wednesday, November 5 at 7 pm | “Indigenous People”
Native Pride Productions with Larry Yazzie, international lecturer, dancer, and educator.
Jewish Community Alliance, 8505 San Jose Boulevard
Monday, November 24 at 7 pm | “Jew-Hatred”
Who is Afraid of the Big Bad Jew?
Jewish Book Council Author, Rabbi Raphael Shore shares his novel.
Riverside Presbyterian Church, 894 Park Street
Thursday, December 4 at 7 pm | “Ethiopian Jews”
Gursha – Jewish Book Council Author, Ethiopian Jewish Chef Beejhy Barhany, food demonstration included.
Hendricks Avenue Baptist Church, 4001 Hendricks Avenue
January 2026 | “Human Trafficking”
More details about this program will be announced later this year.
Sunday, February 22, 2026 | 3rd Annual Racing Against Hate 5K Run/Walk
Winston Family YMCA, 221 Riverside Avenue
Wednesday, February 25, 2026 | “A Ramadan Dinner”
Iftar, or after sunset, is the fast-breaking evening meal of Muslims in Ramadan.
Jewish Community Alliance, 8505 San Jose Boulevard
