At AJC Global Forum 2023 in Tel Aviv, Israeli President Isaac Herzog sat down with AJC CEO Ted Deutch to discuss key issues, including judicial reform, Israel-Diaspora relations, and the importance of the Abraham Accords.
AJC Global Forum 2023 News and Video
In celebration of the 75th anniversary of the Jewish state, AJC Global Forum, the premier global Jewish advocacy conference of the year, made its return to Israel, June 11-14, 2023.
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Israel’s National Unity Party Leader Benny Gantz: “A Struggle That Unites Us All”
Israel’s National Unity Party leader Benny Gantz, who formerly served as Israel’s Defense Minister, Alternate Prime Minister, and as IDF Chief of Staff, laid out the latest struggles facing the Jewish people and the Jewish state in an address at AJC Global Forum 2023 in Tel Aviv.
A Vision for the Jewish Future: A Conversation with Yossi Klein Halevi
In a world where civil discourse and respect for diverse perspectives are increasingly scarce, Yossi Klein Halevi stands as a shining example.
Bedouin Tribe That Has Lost 18 Family Members Serving in Israeli Security Forces Given AJC Moral Courage Award
A Bedouin tribe that has been steadfast in its support for Israel and its security despite having 18 family members killed in the line of duty, was honored by American Jewish Committee (AJC) with its Moral Courage Award.
AJC Moral Courage Award: The Sawaed Family
The Sawaed family, a Bedouin tribe that has shown unwavering support for Israel and its security despite enduring the loss of 18 family members in the line of duty, received the prestigious Moral Courage Award from American Jewish Committee (AJC).
Israeli Diaspora Affairs Minister Amichai Chikli Addresses AJC Global Forum 2023
At AJC Global Forum Closing Plenary, Israeli Diaspora Affairs Minister Amichai Chikli addresses the audience on the Israeli government’s policies regarding the Jewish Diaspora.
3 Key Takeaways From AJC CEO Ted Deutch’s Conversation with Israel’s Leader of the Opposition Yair Lapid
As AJC Global Forum 2023 opened in Tel Aviv, Yair Lapid, Leader of the Opposition in Israel, warned that democracy should not be taken for granted.
AJC's 2023 Great Debate: Should Diaspora Jews Have a Say in Israeli Affairs?
In American Jewish Committee's signature AJC Global Forum session—the Great Debate, experts Dr. Yehuda Kurtzer, President, Shalom Hartman Institute of North America, and Ariel Kahana, Senior Diplomatic Correspondent, Israel Hayom, delve into the compelling topic: "Should Diaspora Jews Have a Say in Israeli Affairs?"
Benny Gantz Address to AJC Global Forum 2023
Member of Knesset Benny Gantz, Chairman of Israel’s National Unity Party and a former defense minister and alternate prime minister—addressed AJC Global Forum 2023.
3 Key Takeaways From Israeli President Isaac Herzog’s Conversation with AJC CEO Ted Deutch
Israeli President Isaac Herzog sat down with AJC CEO Ted Deutch at AJC Global Forum 2023 in Tel Aviv to discuss how and why he has used the office of the president to affect constructive change.
Unveiling Israel's Strategic Vision: A Conversation with Ron Dermer, Israeli Minister of Strategic Affairs
In an exclusive and insightful conversation at AJC Global Forum 2023, Ron Dermer, Israeli Minister of Strategic Affairs, engaged in a dialogue with Jason Isaacson, AJC Chief Policy and Political Affairs Officer.
Matnat Chaim: Pioneers of Israeli Innovation in Organ Donation
At the forefront of Israeli innovation, Matnat Chaim ("Gift of Life") took center stage as a remarkable organization. Led by Rachel Heber, chair of Matnat Chaim, the organization has made significant strides in promoting and facilitating organ donation in Israel.
Faces of Israeli Innovation: Ran Ginosar Introduced by Steven Wisch and Barak Rabinowitz
Introduced by Barak Rabinowitz, Managing Partner at F2 Venture Capital, and Steven Wisch, Chair of AJC’s Board of Trustees, the audience had the opportunity to hear from Ran Ginosar, a professor at Israel's Technion Institute of Technology's Andrew and Erna Viterbi Faculty of Electrical Engineering.
Crossing the Red Sea: Israel and Africa in 2023
In this session, moderated by Wayne Sussman, Director of the AJC Africa Institute, the experts discuss key issues surrounding Israel-Africa relations: the role of innovation and technology, demography, trade, and security, along with numerous opportunities for cooperation in areas such as agriculture, energy, healthcare, and more.
Israeli President Isaac Herzog and AJC CEO Ted Deutch's Conversation at AJC Global Forum 2023
AJC CEO Ted Deutch was joined on stage by Israeli President Isaac Herzog during the opening plenary of AJC Global Forum 2023. During their conversation, Ted and President Herzog discussed a range of pertinent issues including judicial reform, the relationship between Israel and the Diaspora, U.S.-Israel ties, and more.
Israeli President Herzog Touts New Israel Diaspora Project, Tells AJC Global Forum a Compromise on Judicial Reform is Possible
Israeli President Isaac Herzog told AJC Global Forum that Israel’s relations with Diaspora Jewry are crucial to the future of the only Jewish state.
Yair Lapid Tells AJC Global Forum Israeli Democracy Alive and Well Despite Split on Judicial Reform, Says Diaspora Jewry Views Important to Israel
Speaking with Ted Deutch, CEO of American Jewish Committee (AJC) during the opening session of AJC Global Forum 2023 in Tel Aviv, Israeli Opposition Leader Yair Lapid said the battle over a proposed overhaul of Israel’s judicial system, is proof that democracy in Israel remains vibrant and an example for the world.
Leadership and Vision: AJC CEO Ted Deutch in Conversation with Yair Lapid, Leader of the Opposition in Israel
In a compelling conversation, Yair Lapid, Leader of the Opposition in Israel, engages in a thought-provoking dialogue with AJC CEO Ted Deutch.
Beyond the Headlines: An Inside Look at Israeli Current Affairs
With the looming prospect of judicial reform and hundreds of thousands of Israelis voicing their concerns at massive demonstrations, AJC Global Forum 2023 presented a diverse panel of Israeli journalists representing a wide range of political and ideological perspectives.
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu Addresses AJC Global Forum 2023: Strengthening Israel, Confronting Antisemitism, and Addressing Iran
In a special video address to AJC Global Forum 2023, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu extended a warm welcome to American Jewish Committee (AJC) and its Global Forum attendees, emphasizing the significance of their presence in Israel and Tel Aviv.