June 2, 2026 — Washington, D.C.
Closing AJC Global Forum 2026, AJC CEO Ted Deutch reflects on a historic gathering marking AJC’s 120th anniversary and lays out a vision for the future of the Jewish people, Israel, and democratic societies around the world.
In a powerful address, Ted highlights AJC’s three core commitments for the years ahead:
- Ensuring Jewish communities are safe and thriving
- Securing Israel’s place in the world
- Shaping a new future together through leadership, education, and global partnerships
Drawing on the resilience of the Jewish people across generations, Deutch calls on the global Jewish community to meet today's challenges with confidence, pride, and hope. He announces new initiatives to strengthen support for Israel, expand the Abraham Accords, invest in young Jewish leaders, combat antisemitism, and build flourishing Jewish life for generations to come.
“After every attempt to silence us. After every prediction that we would disappear. Here we are. Still building. Still leading. Still shaping the future together.”
As AJC enters its next chapter, Deutch delivers a message rooted in optimism and responsibility: every generation receives something precious, strengthens it, and passes it on.
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