In fall 2019, Kudzai Gumunyu, who traveled with Project Interchange in 2017, organized a three-day “Israel-Nigeria Agrinnovation Seminar” with the Embassy of Israel and the Office of the Vice President of Nigeria.
American Jewish Committee's young professionals network, and the Mimouna Association, an organization of young Moroccan Muslim leaders, are partnering to educate and build ties among their American, Israeli, and Moroccan peers. The two organizations have signed a Memorandum of Understanding.
Amine El Khatmi formed a new political party, Printemps Républicain, in late 2019, identifying the fight against rising antisemitism as a core tenet of the party.
We urge Illinois municipalities to consider adopting the IHRA Working Definition of Antisemitism or to at least review their police department's policies with respect to hate crime reporting. With the cooperation of our city and state leaders, we can make an impact in combating hatred.
To ensure a thriving, effective, Jewish community and a strong, resilient America, we must work to bring one another closer through paying close attention to nuance, civility and respect.
