AJC Washington connects our community with American Jewish Committee’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.
Our high school education and advocacy program, AJC Leaders for Tomorrow, empowers teens to become advocates for Israel and the Jewish people through hands-on leadership workshops, meetings with diplomats and congressional representatives, and advocacy skill-building sessions. Learn more about Leaders for Tomorrow.
Upcoming Events
March 4, 2026
Briefing on This Weekend's Events Iran and the Greater Middle East
Timely Topic Refocus: Over the weekend the United States and Israel took decisive action against the Iranian regime. American Jewish Committee’s statement in response to the targeted strikes can be found here.
The U.S. and Israel continued targeted operations to end the regime’s global terror, and to support the Iranian people in their quest for freedom. We mourn the loss of life from the strikes and from Iran’s reckless retaliation, including three brave U.S. service members who were killed as part of Operation Epic Fury.
Civilians across the Middle East, from Israel to the UAE, have been repeatedly rushing to bomb shelters as the Iranian regime deliberately targets civilian areas.
Learn more from our experts including AJC Director, Middle East and North Africa Initiatives; Deputy Director, AJC Center for a New Middle East, Benjamin Rogers.
For more information, please contact Ben Hersch at [email protected].
Wednesday, March 4, 2026 Breakfast 8:00 a.m. ET Program 8:30–10:00 a.m. ET Bethesda, MD Exact address shared with registrants prior to event
Join the American Jewish Committee (AJC) Washington, D.C. Region for the 34th Annual Ambassadors’ Seder on March 25, 2026, and take a seat at the table with ambassadors, diplomats, U.S. officials, and civic leaders. Celebrate the timeless themes of Passover—freedom, faith, unity, and hope—while engaging in meaningful conversations about today’s global challenges.
With thanks to the Madeline and Bruce M. Ramer Institute for Diplomatic Relations, this signature event offers a unique opportunity to connect, inspire, and be part of a tradition that bridges communities and builds lasting impact.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026 6:00 p.m. ET Washington, D.C.
Alan Ronkin is an accomplished advocate and career Jewish professional. He has been involved in Jewish community relations for nearly 30 years, working in Jewish communal institutions in Los Angeles, Cleveland, Seattle, and Boston. In his long career he has built relationships with numerous community leaders including elected officials and clergy, led successful campaigns to defeat anti-Israel ballot initiatives, and advocated on behalf of domestic concerns.