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WEBWorld Jewish Congress (WJC) President Ronald S. Lauder met today with British Foreign Secretary David Lammy at the U.K.’s Mission to the United Nations, on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly. The two leaders discussed the global rise in antisemitism and escalating tensions in the Middle East following the October 7 terrorist attacks on ...
49 Nations Reaffirm Fight Against Antisemitism at 57th Session of …
WEB1 day ago · GENEVA – On behalf of 49 countries, Austrian Ambassador Désirée Schweitzer on Friday reaffirmed both an unequivocal dedication to combating antisemitism and a firm commitment to addressing antisemitic hate amid a surge of violence against Jewish individuals and communities. The pledge came ...
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WEBAbout WJC. The World Jewish Congress is the leading international organization connecting and protecting Jewish communities globally, in more than 100 countries. The mission of the World Jewish Congress is to foster the unity and represent the interests of the Jewish people, and to ensure the continuity and development of its religious ...
Update on the Situation in Israel: WJC's Stand and Actions
WEBOct 9, 2023 · As World Jewish Congress President Ronald S. Lauder stated, "The entire Jewish diaspora stands in unwavering support of Israel and its valiant security forces." Sounding the Alarm: WJC is using its global platform to bring the Jewish world together to stand in solidarity with the citizens of the Jewish State. WJC is convening leaders of Jewish ...
16th Plenary Assembly of the World Jewish Congress - World Jewish Congress
WEBMay 25, 2021 · The WJC Plenary Assembly takes place every four years and brings together delegates from WJC-affiliated Jewish communities and organizations in more than 100 countries around the world. The Plenary Assembly elects WJC leadership and sets policy for the years ahead. The formal session of the 16th WJC Plenary Assembly will be held on 25 May 2021 ...
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WEBMay 25, 2021 · “The COVID-19 pandemic, in particular, has shown how quickly antisemitic conspiracy myths can spread,” said President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen.. “The duty to protect the future of the Jewish people starts with remembering the past, but of course it does not end there.
World Jewish Congress Condemns Iranian Attack on Israel
WEB5 days ago · “The World Jewish Congress condemns in the strongest terms Iran’s decision to launch ballistic missiles at Israel. This reckless act, which follows a deadly shooting in Tel Aviv-Yafo, is not merely an assault on Israel, but an attack on global peace and stability. Over the past year, Iran’s proxies—Hamas, Hezbollah and other terrorist factions—have unleashed chaos across the region ...
World Jewish Congress Welcomes U.S. Return to UNESCO
WEBSep 26, 2024 · NEW YORK – World Jewish Congress President Ronald S. Lauder issued the following statement praising the return of the United States to UNESCO: “The World Jewish Congress welcomes the decision by the United States to rejoin UNESCO after a five-year absence. “Under the leadership of Director-General Audrey Azoulay, UNESCO has made an ...
WJC Commends Biden Administration For ... - World Jewish …
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World Jewish Congress Convenes Global Jewish Leaders In …
WEBOct 17, 2023 · ZAGREB, Croatia – Jewish communal leaders from more than 40 nations weighed their next steps in responding to the terrorist group Hamas’ attack on Israel and expressed solidarity with the people of the Jewish State, at an emergency session this week of the World Jewish Congress Executive Committee in Zagreb.