An 11-year-old Israeli boy, Ben Carasso, is countering antisemitism by using social media to share his experiences and those of other children. Carasso began his advocacy after the October 7th Hamas attacks, prompted by the loss of a friend's father. He speaks in English and Hebrew, reaching hundreds of thousands online.
Carasso, whose family has a Holocaust survivor background, uses his platform to share the realities faced by Israeli children, including the impact of ongoing conflict and rocket attacks. He has personally been subjected to antisemitic abuse online, including Holocaust imagery, but remains determined to spread truth.
He emphasizes the importance of verifying information online and has traveled internationally to connect with other children affected by antisemitism. Carasso believes that children's voices are often overlooked and is committed to giving them a platform. His efforts have earned him the Resilience Award and recognition as Israel’s youngest torchbearer at the Independence Day ceremony.
Carasso encourages other children to speak up for what they believe in, emphasizing authenticity and self-belief. He started his advocacy at age eight and inspires others to find their voice.