AJC Virtual Global Forum 2021

Building on the extraordinary success of AJC’s first-ever Virtual Global Forum in 2020, the premier global Jewish advocacy event will return online June 6-9, 2021!

Building on the extraordinary success of AJC’s first-ever Virtual Global Forum in 2020, the premier global Jewish advocacy event will return online June 6-9, 2021!

THANK YOU FOR JOINING US!

This year, we took the premier global Jewish advocacy gathering online, from June 6-9, 2021!

Together we made history, bringing together thousands of people from across the globe to hear from world leaders and issue experts on the most pressing challenges facing America, Israel, the Jewish people, and the world. Over the course of four days, we examined how to combat rising antisemitism, promote Israel’s place in a reimagined Middle East, and restore a deeply divided America. We drew international attention, making headlines in the world’s leading news outlets, generating robust online discussions, and making our positions known to policymakers who tuned in from around the world to hear how AJC is reimagining what’s possible.

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Last Session

AJC Virtual Global Forum 2021 Closing Plenary
6.9.2021
AJC Virtual Global Forum 2021 Closing Plenary
6.9.2021

The Closing Plenary features an address by H.E. Suga Yoshihide, Prime Minister of Japan, the launch of the Senate Caucus on Black-Jewish Relations, and a call-to-action by AJC CEO David Harris.

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AJC Virtual Global Forum 2021 Schedule

Sunday, June 6
Opening Plenary
— 12:00 p.m. ET —
  • Address by H.E. Reuven Rivlin, President of Israel
Sunday Evening Plenary
— 6:00 p.m. ET —
  • Five Years of Muslim-Jewish Advocacy: Muslim-Jewish Advisory Council (MJAC) Co-chairs Stanley Bergman, Chairman of the Board and CEO of Henry Schein, Inc.; AJC Honorary President; and Farooq Kathwari, Chairman, President, and CEO of Ethan Allen Inc.
  • The View from Campus: Julia Jassey, University of Chicago ‘23, and Talia Rosenberg, University of Pennsylvania ‘21
  • Restoring America: The Future of Bipartisan Relations: U.S. Representatives Don Bacon (R-NE) and Elaine Luria (D-VA)
Monday, June 7
Monday Midday Plenary
— 12:00 p.m. ET —
  • AJC in Conversation with H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the United Arab Emirates
  • Young Leaders and the Changing Heart of the Middle East: Gilad Carni, Founder and CEO, UAE Israel Innovation Office, and Maroi Ech-Charkaouy, Mimouna Association
Monday Afternoon Plenary
— 3:00 p.m. ET —
  • AJC in Conversation with H.E. Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Bahrain
  • How Interfaith Relations Helped Drive the Abraham Accords: H.E. Dr. Ali Rashid Al Nuaimi, Chairman of Hedayah, and Rabbi David Rosen, AJC Director of International Interreligious Affairs
Tuesday, June 8
Tuesday Midday Plenary
— 12:00 p.m. ET —
  • Address by The Honorable Victoria Nuland, U.S. Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs
  • The Great Debate: Gérard Araud, veteran French diplomat, and Michael Doran, Senior Director, U.S. National Security Council (2005-07).
  • Address by H.H. Princess Lalla Joumala Alaoui, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Morocco to the United States
  • Address by H.E. Nureldin Satti, Ambassador of the Republic of Sudan to the United States
Tuesday Evening Plenary
— 7:00 p.m. ET —
  • The Mainstreaming of Antisemitism: How Should We Respond: Bret Stephens, Op-Ed Columnist, The New York Times, Bari Weiss, Journalist and Author, and Simone Rodan-Benzaquen, AJC Europe Director
  • Address by The Honorable Alejandro N. Mayorkas, U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security
  • Address by H.E. Luis Almagro, Secretary-General of the Organization of American States
Wednesday, June 9
Wednesday Midday Plenary
— 12:00 p.m. ET —
  • Address by H.E. Emmanuel Macron, President of France
  • Address by H.E. Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission
  • Address by H.E. Vjosa Osmani-Sadriu, President of the Republic of Kosovo
  • AJC's Jacob Blaustein Institute for the Advancement of Human Rights (JBI) Celebrates 50 Years of Impact: Felice Gaer, Director of JBI, and Dr. Ahmed Shaheed, United Nations Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Religion or Belief
Closing Plenary
— 3:00 p.m. ET —
  • Address by H.E. Suga Yoshihide, Prime Minister of Japan
  • The Launch of the Senate Caucus on Black-Jewish Relations: U.S. Senators Cory Booker (D-NJ), Jacky Rosen (D-NV), and Tim Scott (R-SC)
  • Call-to-Action: David Harris, AJC CEO
Thursday, June 10
— 4:00 p.m. ET —
Exclusive AJC Ambassadors and Diplomats Society Event
On The Line
Please note: If you are an Ambassadors or Diplomats Society member of AJC’s National Leadership Council, you will receive a separate email with information about this program.
To learn more about AJC’s Donor Recognition Societies, please click here.
Tuesday, June 15
— 12:00 p.m. ET —
Exclusive AJC National Leadership Council and Visionaries Event
An Exclusive Conversation with AJC’s Abu Dhabi Director
Please note: If you are member of AJC’s National Leadership Council or AJC Visionaries, you will receive a separate email with information about this program.
To learn more about AJC’s Donor Recognition Societies, please click here.

 

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Featured World Leaders

Photo of H.E. Emmanuel Macron
H.E. Emmanuel Macron
President of France
Photo of H.E. Vjosa Osmani-Sadriu
H.E. Vjosa Osmani-Sadriu
President of the Republic of Kosovo
Photo of H.E. Ursula von der Leyen
H.E. Ursula von der Leyen
President of the European Commission
Photo of H.E. Reuven Rivlin
H.E. Reuven Rivlin
President of Israel
Photo of H.E. Suga Yoshihide
H.E. Suga Yoshihide
Prime Minister of Japan
Photo of The Honorable Alejandro N. Mayorkas
The Honorable Alejandro N. Mayorkas
U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security
Photo of H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan
H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan
Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the United Arab Emirates
Photo of H.E. Luis Almagro
H.E. Luis Almagro
Secretary-General, Organization of American States
Photo of H.H. Princess Lalla Joumala Alaoui
H.H. Princess Lalla Joumala Alaoui
Ambassador of the Kingdom of Morocco to the United States
Photo of H.E. Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani
H.E. Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani
Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Bahrain
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Virtual Global Forum 2021 Highlights

Closing Thoughts and Call-to-Action by AJC CEO David Harris
6.9.2021
Closing Thoughts and Call-to-Action by AJC CEO David Harris
6.9.2021

 

An inspiring call-to-action by AJC CEO David Harris, who highlighted several urgent issues the Jewish people will confront in the years ahead.

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The Launch of the Senate Caucus on Black-Jewish Relations
6.9.2021
The Launch of the Senate Caucus on Black-Jewish Relations
6.9.2021

Three U.S. Senators, Cory Booker (D-NJ), Tim Scott (R-SC), and Jacky Rosen (D-NV) announced the launch of the Senate Caucus on Black-Jewish Relations at AJC Virtual Global Forum.

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The Mainstreaming of Antisemitism: How Should We Respond?
6.8.2021
The Mainstreaming of Antisemitism: How Should We Respond?
6.8.2021

Bret Stephens, Bari Weiss, and Simone Rodan-Benzaquen discuss the antisemitism in America and how American Jews can counter rising hate.

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Address by French President Emmanuel Macron
6.9.2021
Address by French President Emmanuel Macron
6.9.2021

H.E. Emmanuel Macron, President of France, discusses France's efforts to combat antisemitism and French-Israeli relations.

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Address by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen
6.9.2021
Address by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen
6.9.2021

H.E. Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission discusssed transatlantic ties between the EU and the U.S, the EU's efforts in the Middle East, and rising antisemitism in Europe.

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The Harriette Levine Memorial Address: Address by Israeli President Reuven Rivlin
6.6.2021
The Harriette Levine Memorial Address: Address by Israeli President Reuven Rivlin
6.6.2021

H.E. Reuven Rivlin, President of Israel, delivered The Harriette Levine Memorial Address, discussing Israel-U.S. ties, the rise of antisemitism, and peace in the Middle East.

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