Antisemitism is not a static phenomenon. It changes form, language and channels, often faster than prevention systems can adapt. One of the persistent challenges for practitioners and policymakers is not the absence of research, but the difficulty of knowing which knowledge is current, reliable and relevant for action.In response to this gap, the Centre for Documentation and Counter Extremism (CDE) in Denmark produced a comprehensive mapping of international research on antisemitism. Published in 2023 in Danish with an English version coming soon, the study synthesises recent empirical research from countries politically and culturally comparable to Denmark, including Northern Europe, the United Kingdom and the United States.The project is grounded in a clear methodological choice. Rather than offering a historical overview or theoretical debate, CDE focused on recent, data-driven studies from the years immediately preceding publication. The aim was pragmatic. To provide Denmark’s P/CVE community with an up-to-date picture of how antisemitism manifests today, how it circulates online, and how it intersects with other forms of extremism and radicalisation. From academic insight to operational relevanceWhat distinguishes this practice is its deliberate effort to translate research into use. The mapping does not remain at the level of literature review. Findings are systematically synthesised into accessible summaries and key takeaways, written for non-specialist audiences such as municipal coordinators, educators, social workers and prevention practitioners.This translation work addresses a recurring problem in P/CVE. While academic research on antisemitism has expanded rapidly, it often remains disconnected from the everyday needs of those designing policies or working on the ground. By distilling complex findings into clear insights, CDE helps bridge this divide and strengthens evidence-based prevention.The report highlights contemporary trends such as the increasing role of digital platforms, the normalisation of coded antisemitic narratives, and the overlap between antisemitism and broader extremist ideologies. These insights support practitioners in recognising forms of antisemitism that may otherwise go unnoticed or be misclassified. Knowledge as coordinationBeyond the publication itself, the practice positions knowledge as a tool for coordination. CDE uses the mapping as a shared reference point within a national coordination group that brings together authorities, municipalities and other stakeholders. This creates a common understanding of the problem and supports more coherent responses across sectors and levels of governance. Training sessions, workshops and advisory services based on the report further reinforce this function. Local actors are not only informed about research findings but supported in applying them to their specific contexts. In this sense, the mapping operates as a living resource rather than a static report. Why this practice mattersThe value of this initiative lies in its modest but strategic ambition. It does not claim to solve antisemitism. Instead, it strengthens the conditions under which prevention can be effective by ensuring that decisions are grounded in the most current and credible knowledge available.For other European contexts, the lesson is transferable. Investing in systematic research mapping, coupled with translation and coordination, can significantly improve the quality of prevention work. In a field where outdated assumptions can quickly undermine effectiveness, keeping prevention aligned with evolving evidence is itself a form of resilience. Implementing organisationCenter for Dokumentation og Forebyggelse af Ekstremisme (CDE)Get in touch!Maja Gildin Zuckerman - Senior Advisormgzuus [dot] dk (mgzu[at]us[dot]dk) The publication can be found here in Danish. General publications17 March 2026Mapping of International Research on Antisemitism
