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Racism, anti-Semitism—what are we talking about?

Racism and anti-Semitism are ideologies based on stereotypes and prejudices—that is, shared opinions about a group or an individual belonging to a group.

Racism and anti-Semitism manifest themselves through a continuum acts ranging from verbal abuse to physical violence, including exclusion, intimidation, harassment, and threats—both in person and online. Racist and anti-Semitic behavior encompasses all actions directed against a person or group of people, motivated by their origin or their actual or perceived membership—or lack thereof—in an ethnic group, a so-called race, a nation, or a religion.

Racist and anti-Semitic acts and statements are criminal offenses, as well as conduct subject to disciplinary action at the university. The racist or anti-Semitic nature of a criminally punishable act constitutes an aggravating circumstance that increases the applicable penalty.

Discrimination based on race or anti-Semitism is also legally recognized.

Report a racist or anti-Semitic incident to the UGA

We have implemented an online form Intended for students and staff.

Training in Combating Discrimination

We offer training and awareness programs related to this topic to equip our staff and students with the tools they need to promote responsible behavior and combat inappropriate behavior.