About this talk

Did you know that the word haver means "friend" in both Hebrew and Hungarian?

In this talk, we'll explore how Haver Foundation fosters understanding and mutual acceptance between Jewish and non-Jewish students in Hungary. Haver equips young Jewish volunteers to engage with students in schools, through innovative, non-formal educational programs. These encounters foster meaningful connections that cultivate empathy and dismantle prejudice.

Anikó, the Foundation's director and a sociologist specializing in antisemitism and Holocaust remembrance, will guide us through their unique approach. She will share insights into their sessions on Jewish history, identity, and social exclusion. She will also offer a perspective on the Hungarian context and the challenges facing the Jewish community in Hungary today.

To learn more about the Haver Foundation check out their website here: https://haver.hu/english

About Anikó

Born and raised in Budapest, Hungary, Anikó Félix's Jewish heritage and experience as a minority have deeply influenced her dedication to minority rights and social justice. With a PhD in Sociology, her academic work focused on far-right movements through a gender lens, exploring the roots of hate as a pathway to countering it. Anikó has participated in numerous international research initiatives addressing far-right extremism, antisemitism, and Holocaust remembrance.

In 2023, she became the executive director of the Haver Jewish Informal Education Foundation, where she combines her scholarly insights with hands-on strategies to combat prejudice. Passionate about the transformative power of dialogue, she integrates theater and drama pedagogy into Haver's educational activities, fostering meaningful encounters that promote understanding and inclusivity.