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BDS – The New Antisemitism? Confronting a Global Campaign

Join AZM and the WZO at a conference titled “BDS – the New Antisemitism? Confronting a Global Campaign” on June 2, 2016, in NYC. It will address the resurgence of global antisemitism and provide our community with tools to tackle and confront it.
It will be a great opportunity to hear about the joint efforts of Israeli MK’s and American Jewish leaders to understand and combat the BDS movement.

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Holocaust and Heroism Rememberance Day

The State of Israel and Jewish communities around the world will mark the day in memory of the 6 million Jews who were killed during the Shoah. You can read more about Holocaust Remembrance day, our collective responsibility in remembering and commemorating, and some texts and poems written by Holocaust survivors.

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Robotics Competitions – from Riverdale, NY to the Israeli Desert

Congratulations to the students from the SAR High School Robotics Team on winning 2nd place at the Robotraffic Competition. We are also very proud of the students from the Israeli AMIT Yeroham High School for their mentorship in science to Bedouin Children, and their participation at the TCN Robotics world championship this month.

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Purim 2016

Believe it or not, Purim is right around the corner! As we prepare for our parties and plan out our costumes, we also have a special opportunity to spread some of the joy of Purim in Israel. Please join our campaign to send Mishloach Manot to the members of the Jerusalem Border Patrol…

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Hebrew Comes to The Forefront of Jewish Education

The Council for Hebrew Language and Culture convened last week in New Jersey for its annual conference. The organization, established in 2013, aims to connect people to the Jewish culture, religion and language through Hebrew. This November the Council attained one of its initial goals — the establishment of professional network of teachers.

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In Memory of the Victims of Terror in Israel

The American Zionist Movement mourns all the victims of terror and condemns those who perpetrate, condone or applaud such acts. In recent months people in Israel have suffered at the hands of individuals who have expressed their personal anger and outrage in the form of violence against innocent and unsuspecting victims.

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Robotraffic 2016 Competition at the Technion

The Robotraffic Competition will take place at the Technion next March for the 7th consecutive year. Beyond a robotic competition, the event is an opportunity for young North American teens to experience a week of friendly competition, while meeting budding scientists in Israel and discovering the country.

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In Three Minutes You Can Effect Change In Israel

The US elections to the 37th World Zionist Congress have concluded. The U.S. Area Election Committee voted to delay calculation of the votes until disputes regarding the registration list have been resolved. We anticipate being able to release the results of the election in early June. Even then there may be disputes awaiting adjudication in Jerusalem. Everyone would like to see results and they will be released as soon as possible. Watch this website for more information.

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Operation Protective Edge – Resources and Materials

As members of the American Zionist Movement we express our concern and support for the welfare of our brothers and sisters in the State of Israel and for the soldiers who are currently involved on the battlefield. Here are a number of opportunities for you to show your solidarity and links to informational and educational materials to help in your work and efforts.

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Posters of Pre-State Israel Give Special Insight Into Zionism

These 18 authentic posters from pre-state Israel and its early years of independence give expression to the ideals on which the Zionist movement was founded, the challenges it has had to contend with since its outset and the remarkable achievements characterizing its first decades.

More than an important historical record, this collection provides a fascinating insight into the atmosphere and spirit of the times. It also serves as a source of inspiration for carrying on with the vital mission of …

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