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“We firmly believe that this action is fueled by political bias brought about by the influence of terrorist regimes, including Iran. The ICC’s decision not only undermines the pursuit of peace but also disregards the recognized right of a nation to act in self-defense when facing the threat of Hamas, a recognized terrorist organization responsible for the attempted annihilation of Israel's ...
About Us - World Jewish Congress
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 ...
WJC Executive Committee Sets Stage for 2024 Plenary Assembly …
4 days ago · The World Jewish Congress convened its Executive Committee virtually on Tuesday, bringing together over 50 Jewish leaders from across 22 countries to address pressing issues facing the Jewish world. During the meeting, the committee adopted a resolution to hold the next WJC Plenary Assembly, the organization’s highest decision-making body, in May 2024 in Jerusalem, Israel.
16th Plenary Assembly of the World Jewish Congress - World Jewish Congress
The fifth WJC international meeting of Special Envoys & Coordinators Combating Antisemitism will convene dozens of officials from national governments and international organizations, as well as Jewish community representatives, to continue the exchange of best practices and initiatives in the fight against antisemitism.
Update on the Situation in Israel: WJC's Stand and Actions
Oct 9, 2023 · Ongoing Leadership Briefings for Jewish Communities: We are holding briefings specifically intended for Jewish community leaders to provide real-time updates and answer any questions they might have and equip them with the tools to fight the ongoing information war unfolding Speaking Out at the United Nations: WJC’s Representative in Geneva called upon the diplomatic community at the United ...
Mission Statement - World Jewish Congress
Mission Statement. 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, spiritual, cultural, and social heritage.
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May 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.
WJC Welcomes the Council of the EU Declaration On Fostering …
Oct 15, 2024 · NEW YORK – The World Jewish Congress today welcomed the unanimous approval – by the Council of the European Union – of the Declaration on Fostering Jewish Life and Combating Antisemitism.This critical step occurred under the leadership of the Hungarian presidency of the Council, which led the document’s negotiations at a critical moment for Jewish communities around Europe.
Executive Committee Meeting - World Jewish Congress
Nov 14, 2024 · Following our previous Executive Committee Meeting in Jerusalem, we invite you to participate in our WJC Executive Committee meeting being held, by Zoom, on Tuesday, 19 November 2024 at 9 a.m. (New York) / 15:00 (Brussels) /16:00 (Jerusalem). Please take time to review these documents, in ...
WJC 85th Anniversary - World Jewish Congress
The Establishment of the World Jewish Congress. The inaugural convention of the World Jewish Congress, which was at- tended by 280 delegates from thirty-two countries, took place in Geneva in August 1936.