American Jewish Committee will work with the European Jewish Congress to help European Jewish communities tackle rising antisemitism and bring more attention to looming threats and foster a more vibrant Jewish life on the Continent.
AJC Global Forum 2023 News and Video
In celebration of the 75th anniversary of the Jewish state, AJC Global Forum, the premier global Jewish advocacy conference of the year, made its return to Israel, June 11-14, 2023.
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American Jewish Committee and European Jewish Congress to Join Forces to Advocate on Key Issues
Bedouin Tribe That Has Lost 18 Family Members Serving in Israeli Security Forces Given AJC Moral Courage Award
A Bedouin tribe that has been steadfast in its support for Israel and its security despite having 18 family members killed in the line of duty, was honored by American Jewish Committee (AJC) with its Moral Courage Award.
Northwestern, UC Berkeley Students Receive AJC Award for Fighting Campus Antisemitism
Northwestern University students who worked with school officials to create a more inclusive environment for Jews on campus, and California law students who led the Jewish communal response to a coalition of student groups with anti-Zionist views, were honored by American Jewish Committee (AJC) today.
Uruguay President Hails 75 Years of His Nation’s Friendship with Israel at AJC Global Forum
Uruguayan President Luis Lacalle Pou today said both his country and Israel have the “greatness of democracy and freedom” in common and called the ties between the two nations “historic and unbreakable.” In taped remarks delivered at American Jewish Committee’s (AJC) Global Forum in Tel Aviv, Lacalle Pou also hailed the “shared history” between the two nations.
AJC to Form Task Force to Implement White House Antisemitism Plan
Ted Deutch, CEO of American Jewish Committee (AJC) today announced AJC will launch a task force to help implement the White House National Strategy to Counter Antisemitism
International Antisemitism Envoys Receive Inaugural AJC David Harris Award from American Jewish Committee
Seven of the world’s leading envoys dedicated to fighting antisemitism today received the inaugural AJC David Harris Award from American Jewish Committee (AJC), named after the organization’s longtime former CEO.
Moroccan Foreign Minister Bourita Says Abraham Accords Provide “Incredible Momentum” for Peace in Middle East
Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita today said the Abraham Accords have created “incredible momentum” for peace and prosperity in the Middle East and helped create unprecedented growth in his country’s trade with Israel. In a video address to more than 1,500 attendees at AJC Global Forum in Tel Aviv, Bourita also said the Kingdom of Morocco took deep pride in its Jewish heritage and support for its Jewish community and institutions.
Building a Bridge With a Jar of Honey
AJC bought $15,000 of the date honey to share with attendees at Global Forum, AJC’s annual international conference. The decision to invest in Building Together comes from years of engagement by AJC’s Business Collective, a board task force, led by Eli Ibrahimzade, committed to finding economic opportunities to promote greater regional engagement between Israel and the Arab world.
Israeli President Herzog Touts New Israel Diaspora Project, Tells AJC Global Forum a Compromise on Judicial Reform is Possible
Israeli President Isaac Herzog told AJC Global Forum that Israel’s relations with Diaspora Jewry are crucial to the future of the only Jewish state.
Yair Lapid Tells AJC Global Forum Israeli Democracy Alive and Well Despite Split on Judicial Reform, Says Diaspora Jewry Views Important to Israel
Speaking with Ted Deutch, CEO of American Jewish Committee (AJC) during the opening session of AJC Global Forum 2023 in Tel Aviv, Israeli Opposition Leader Yair Lapid said the battle over a proposed overhaul of Israel’s judicial system, is proof that democracy in Israel remains vibrant and an example for the world.
Lithuanian Prime Minister Calls for More Action Against IRGC, Warns Iran Must Be Kept In Check To Thwart Nuclear Ambitions and Aiding Russia in Ukraine
Today at AJC Global Forum 2023, Lithuanian Prime Minister Ingrida Šimonytė said her nation stands with Israel in stemming the threat posed by Iran’s growing nuclear capability and promised her country would do its part to keep Iran’s nuclear ambitions in check.
