AJC Washington, D.C.

Building Bridges in the Nation’s Capital

AJC Washington connects our community with AJC’s global advocacy work to enhance the well-being of the Jewish people and Israel. Our access to diplomats, elected officials, and interfaith leaders advances AJC’s broader global priorities: combating antisemitism, promoting Israel’s place in the world, and countering the spread of radicalism and extremism.

Our impact extends well beyond the Washington, D.C., community, helping AJC achieve tangible results in the form of government policies, formidable alliances, and hard-hitting legislation that make our world safer and more secure.

We serve the D.C., Maryland, and Virginia area. Our close proximity to embassies, opinion leaders, and Congress gives our office unparalleled opportunities to advance AJC priorities.

Our young leadership program, AJC ACCESS D.C., empowers Jewish young professionals to advocate for the Jewish people through legislative advocacy on Capitol Hill, dinners with diplomats, and opportunities to pursue interfaith and intergroup relationships. Learn more about ACCESS D.C.

Upcoming Events

August 13, 2020

From Allies to Activists: Where Do We Go From Here? How Black and Jewish Communities Can Collectively Dismantle Racism

For generations, the Black and Jewish communities have struggled together against bigotry and racism. Please join us as we partner with the United Jewish Federation of Tidewater’s Community Relations Council and sit down with three Virginia Representatives from the Congressional Caucus on Black-Jewish Relations to discuss how our communities can work together to combat racism.

Representatives Luria, Scott and McEachin are all strong advocates for racial justice and have been involved in congressional efforts to bring together the Black and Jewish communities.

Moderator: Julie Fishman Rayman | Deputy Director of Policy and Diplomatic Affairs, AJC

Rep. Elaine Luria | Representative of Virginia’s 2nd Congressional District

Rep. Bobby Scott | Representative of Virginia’s 3rd Congressional District

Rep. Don McEachin | Representative of Virginia’s 4th Congressional District

Time: Thursday, August 13, 7:30 p.m. ET

August 10, 2020

A Conversation with Nick Cannon

Nick Cannon is an American comedian, rapper, producer, and television host. He recently came under fire after making antisemitic comments on his podcast and YouTube show, Cannon's Class. Cannon has repeatedly made public apologies and has spent the past few weeks going through a process of multiple meetings with AJC and others to gain a deeper understanding of Judaism and antisemitism. Join us for a conversation, in Cannon’s first appearance on a Jewish program, to hear about his commitment to learning from this experience; his fight against antisemitism, racism, and all forms of hate - and the importance of Black-Jewish relations.

Time: Monday, August 10, 2:00 p.m. ET