Former Neo-Nazi's Path to Activism and Recovery

Arno Michaelis once preached hate. Now he stands with the Jewish people

Reformed neo-Nazi Arno Michaelis speaks about his life experiences at Chabad of the Main Line in Merion, Pa., on July 22, 2025. Photo by Yakov Binyamin Turmelle. Arno Michaelis, a reformed neo-Nazi, told guests at Chabad of the Main Line in Merion Station, Pa., on Tuesday night that he is “committed” to his support of the Jewish community and Israel. Mark Erlbaum, a member of the congregation, had met Michaelis years before, and the two struck u…

Jewish community is ‘not alone,’ former neo-Nazi tells Philly-area audience

Reformed neo-Nazi Arno Michaelis speaks about his life Chabad of the Main Line in Merion, Penn., on July 22, 2025. Photo courtesy of Yakov Binyamin Turmelle. JNS Arno Michaelis, a reformed neo-Nazi, told guests at Chabad of the Main Line in Merion Station, Penn., on Tuesday night, July 22, that he is “committed” to his

Former Neo-Nazi's Path to Activism and Recovery

The Peltz Center for Jewish Life is hosting a Fireside Chat lecture series event featuring Frank Meeink, a former neo-Nazi leader-turned-Jewish activist and mental health advocate. Meeink will share his story of transforming his life from one of hate and…