In advancing the goals of the American Jewish Committee in New York City, the New York Chapter works to support the State of Israel; combat anti-Semitism; and build bridges both within the New York Jewish community and with outside partners, including diplomats, government officials, and leaders of other ethnic and religious communities. Our objective is to advocate for communal and public policies that safeguard the Jewish people, promote intergroup understanding, and advance the causes of civil rights, human rights and social justice.
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AJC Condemns Arrest of Iranian Baha'i Leaders
This latest round of arrests is indicative of the Iranian government’s growing intolerance for religious freedom and belief for minority groups.
"When an AJC delegation arrived in Dubai recently for an Education Ministry-sponsored women's leadership conference the promise of social and cultural openness permeated our trip," writes Carmiel Arbit.
AJC Deeply Concerned Over States Voter ID Initiatives
“These initiatives place an unconstitutional burden by unfairly discriminating against the elderly, the poor, the handicapped, students and minorities,” said AJC.
AJC Leaders Meet President Kaczynski of Poland in Jerusalem for Israel 60
"We expressed our heartfelt gratitude to President Kaczynski for his decision to come to Israel at this time," said AJC Executive Director David Harris, who has met with the Polish leader on several occasions.
