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The Government of Canada Concludes National Summit on Antisemitism

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Thursday, July 22, 2021

The Government of Canada is committed to taking immediate steps to combat antisemitism and all forms of racism and discrimination.

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  • The Government of Canada is committed to taking immediate steps to combat antisemitism and all forms of racism and discrimination.
  • While the Government of Canada continues to stand against all forms of hate, systemic racism, and intolerance, we know that Canada is not immune to hate-motivated violence and antisemitism.
  • We are pleased that the Government of Canada has demonstrated leadership and has organized this National Summit on Antisemitism.
  • At the National Summit on Antisemitism, the Government of Canada announced support for two projects through the Anti-Racism Action Program that address antisemitism and hate.

AJC Applauds New York's Nassau, Suffolk Counties for Adopting IHRA Antisemitism Definition

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Wednesday, June 30, 2021

PORT WASHINGTON, N.Y., June 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- American Jewish Committee (AJC) praised Nassau County Executive Laura Curran and Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone for adopting the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) Working Definition of Antisemitism.

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  • PORT WASHINGTON, N.Y., June 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- American Jewish Committee (AJC) praised Nassau County Executive Laura Curran and Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone for adopting the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) Working Definition of Antisemitism.
  • "Critical to effectively fighting the hatred of Jews is understanding what antisemitism is, and the IHRA definition is the gold standard," said Arnie Herz, AJC Long Island President.
  • The IHRA Working Definition has been adopted by 31 countries, including the United States, and by several multilateral bodies, including the European Commission and Organization of American States.
  • Visit AJC.org/workingdefinition for more information on the IHRA Working Definition.

AJC Applauds Texas Bill Endorsing IHRA Working Definition of Antisemitism

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Wednesday, June 16, 2021

AUSTIN, Texas, June 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --American Jewish Committee applauds Texas Governor Greg Abbott for signing today legislation (HB3257) establishing the Texas Holocaust, Genocide, and Antisemitism Advisory Commission.

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  • AUSTIN, Texas, June 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --American Jewish Committee applauds Texas Governor Greg Abbott for signing today legislation (HB3257) establishing the Texas Holocaust, Genocide, and Antisemitism Advisory Commission.
  • The bill references the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) working definition of antisemitism, widely considered the premier description of what is antisemitism, and provides examples of hate targeting Jews.
  • "The use of the IHRA working definition of antisemitism to guide a state-mandated biennial study will help ensure Texas remains a leader in combating antisemitism," said Joel Schwitzer, Director of AJC Dallas.
  • Both AJC Texas regional directors thanked Senator Carol Alvarado, Rep. Craig Goldman and Rep. Phil King for their tireless leadership in shepherding the bill from introduction to passage.

OAS Secretary General Almagro Announces Creation of New Post to Combat Antisemitism in Latin America

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Wednesday, June 9, 2021

The groundbreaking announcement came during Almagro's remarks about OAS efforts to combat terrorism and antisemitism, and to show support for Israel.

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  • The groundbreaking announcement came during Almagro's remarks about OAS efforts to combat terrorism and antisemitism, and to show support for Israel.
  • At the time, he announcedthat the OAS was adopting the IHRA working definition and would urge its 35 member states to do the same.
  • Today, Almagro said the OAS has applied for IHRA membership as an institutional partner.
  • He told the AJC Global Forum today that the OAS "is pressing individual countries in the region to do the same."

American Jewish Committee Launches #WheresTheOutrage, Call for Public Condemnations of Antisemitism

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Tuesday, May 25, 2021

"The number of Jews attacked on the streets of New York, Los Angeles, Seattle, Miami, Chicago and other U.S. cities is growing," said AJC CEO David Harris.

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  • "The number of Jews attacked on the streets of New York, Los Angeles, Seattle, Miami, Chicago and other U.S. cities is growing," said AJC CEO David Harris.
  • "Antisemitism, the world's oldest hatred, is not solely a Jewish problem.
  • It is a societal problem, and we urge elected officials, civic leaders, and others to stand up and speak out.
  • Contact non-Jewish organizations and partners and ask them to publicly support the Jewish community at this time.

AJC Urges UN Member States to Adopt IHRA Working Definition of Antisemitism

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Monday, March 15, 2021

NEW YORK, March 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Jason Isaacson, American Jewish Committee (AJC) Chief Policy and Political Affairs Officer, today called for all UN member states to adopt the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) Working Definition of Antisemitism.

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  • NEW YORK, March 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Jason Isaacson, American Jewish Committee (AJC) Chief Policy and Political Affairs Officer, today called for all UN member states to adopt the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) Working Definition of Antisemitism.
  • The IHRA Working Definition "performs that function precisely," said Isaacson.
  • The UNAOC conference was hosted by UN Under-secretary-general Miguel Moratinos, who is the "focal point" for the UN on monitoring and combatting antisemitism.
  • While antisemitism often is described as "the oldest hatred," it is by no means the only one in the world.

AJC Praises Biden Administration Support for IHRA Working Definition of Antisemitism

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Tuesday, February 2, 2021

NEW YORK, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- American Jewish Committee (AJC) welcomed a U.S. State Department official's statement confirming that President Biden "embraces and champions" the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) Working Definition of Antisemitism.

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  • NEW YORK, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- American Jewish Committee (AJC) welcomed a U.S. State Department official's statement confirming that President Biden "embraces and champions" the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) Working Definition of Antisemitism.
  • Administrations of both political stripes have done, the Biden Administration embraces and champions the working definition.
  • The IHRA definition is based on the 2005 European Monitoring Centre (EUMC) Working Definition.
  • AJC worked closely with the EUMC to develop the working definition, and has advocated for its adoption at the institutional, national, and popular levels.

AJC Praises FC Bayern Munich For Adopting IHRA Working Definition of Antisemitism

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Wednesday, January 27, 2021

BERLIN, Jan. 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --American Jewish Committee (AJC) Berlin welcomes FC Bayern Munich's adoption of the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) Working Definition of Antisemitism.Today's announcement coincides with International Holocaust Remembrance Day.

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  • BERLIN, Jan. 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --American Jewish Committee (AJC) Berlin welcomes FC Bayern Munich's adoption of the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) Working Definition of Antisemitism.Today's announcement coincides with International Holocaust Remembrance Day.
  • "We warmly welcome this decision by FC Bayern Munich, the nationally and internationally renowned German soccer club, to take a clear stance against antisemitism," said Dr. Remko Leemhuis, Director of AJC Berlin.
  • FC Bayern has long been known for its commitment to combating antisemitism, and is a role model in professional sports.
  • The IHRA definition is based on the 2005 European Monitoring Centre (EUMC) Working Definition.

AJC Praises Top German Companies For Adopting IHRA Working Definition of Antisemitism

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Tuesday, January 26, 2021

"By adopting the IHRA Working Definition,these five well-knownGerman companies are sending a clear signal.

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  • "By adopting the IHRA Working Definition,these five well-knownGerman companies are sending a clear signal.
  • They are telling their employees worldwide, as well as their customers, that antisemitism has no place in their organizations," said Dr. Remko Leemhuis, Director of AJC Berlin.
  • The IHRA definition is based on the 2005 European Monitoring Centre (EUMC) Working Definition.
  • For many years, AJC worked closely with the EUMC to develop the working definition, and has advocated for its adoption at the institutional, national, and popular levels.

AJC, FBI Meet to Discuss Efforts to Combat Antisemitism in the U.S.

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Tuesday, January 19, 2021

"Education is essential, to clarify what constitutes antisemitism, the various sources of this hatred, and what effective tools are available for law enforcement to fight antisemitism."

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  • "Education is essential, to clarify what constitutes antisemitism, the various sources of this hatred, and what effective tools are available for law enforcement to fight antisemitism."
  • Alan Ronkin, Director of AJC's Washington, DC Region, and Avi Mayer, AJC's Managing Director of Global Communications, also addressed the FBI officials.
  • In the first-ever survey of the general U.S. population on antisemitism, AJC found a stunning lack of awareness of antisemitism.
  • The AJC experts complimented the FBI for its annual Hate Crimes Statistics report, which provides vital data on antisemitism.