Israel Programs Expo — Education Reimagined
Please join us for the first edition of the Israel Programs Expo, showcasing educational, cultural and other innovative programs available to enrich Israel programs in your communities in the Tri-State area on November 30th. Register now!
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.
Elections to the 37th World Zionist Congress Votes Are In and Delegate Numbers Allocated
“The World Zionist Congress is the single best opportunity for American Jews to have its
AZM Celebrates Israel at the 2015 Parade Amidst 50,000 Marchers
On Sunday May 31st the Empire State Building announced the Israel festivities by illuminating the
AZM Biennial Assembly on Sunday, December 7, 2014
The American Zionist Movement will host its Biennial Assembly on Sunday, December 7, 2014, at
Attend WZO’s International Bible Competition
There is no book that expresses the diversity of our values as a people more
Rosh HaShanah Message 5775 – Rabbi Vernon Kurtz
As we approach the new year, Rosh Hashanah 5775, there are many challenges for the
AZM and WZO Co-Sponsor Technion’s Robotics Competition
The American Zionist Movement is partnering with the World Zionist Organization’s Department for Activities in
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.
Second Annual Layla Lavan Celebrates Israel
More than 250 young professionals gathered together at Libation on July 24 to celebrate Israel
The Great Embrace: A Call to Action
Dear Friends, We invite you to join us in the campaign “The Great Embrace: A
Join AZM and Isramerica at 2nd Annual Layla Lavan!
Bring a little piece of Israel back home to New York City at AZM and
Zionist News of Interest
Below are several news stories, articles, web sites and more that can serve as an
Best Practices and Programs
Below are several innovative programs that encourage dialogue about Zionism, created by Zionist organizations from
Zionist Organizations March in Celebrate Israel Parade
With hundreds of thousands of New Yorkers lining the Celebrate Israel Parade route on June
Defining Zionism – An Online Speaker Series
Hadassah’s Defining Zionism in the 21st Century Series is an online monthly program that creates a welcoming opportunity for everyone to explore various perspectives of Zionism from the comfort of home. This program is free of charge and open to the community.
The American Jewish Community is vital to Israel. Explore ways of expressing your practical Zionism by learning about the mutually beneficial relationship between America and Israel.
Join AZM and WZO at the Celebrate Israel Parade on June 1!
Join 30,000 of your closest friends and march with the American Zionist Movement, World Zionist
Special Concert with Rami Kleinstein – May 12
Join AZM, ISRAMERICA and other local Jewish organizations for a special concert with Israeli singer
New York Speaker Series – with Gil Hoffman
Join AZM and Bnai Zion for a New York Speaker Series event with Gil Hoffman,
Café Israel – Broadening the Conversation
In early March, the American Zionist Movement kicked off its Café Israel – Broadening the
FeminIsrael Celebrates Israeli Women
The American Zionist Movement and World Zionist Organization are proud to support FeminIsrael, a project
Mishloach Manot from AZM Brighten Up Purim
To spread the joy of Purim, the American Zionist Movement helped collect donations to send
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 …
Conference on Anti-Zionism and Antisemitism
On December 8, join the American Zionist Movement, the World Zionist Organization and the Consulate
AZM Hosts Critical Conference on Zionism
As part of its ongoing mission to strengthen American Jews with Israel, the American Zionist
Cafe Ivrit Yoga Edition – Alef Bet Yoga!
Relax your body and challenge your mind as our professional yoga instructor takes you through various yoga poses in Hebrew. All levels of yoga and Hebrew are welcome to participate. Space is limited so advance reservations are strongly encouraged. Cafe Ivrit is a new initiative that uses the Hebrew language to further connect young professionals with their Jewish identity and the State of Israel.
Zionism: From Ideology to Action: Israeli and American Perspectives
On Sunday-Monday, October 20-21, the American Zionist Movement and the World Zionist Organization will be bringing together thinkers, educators, activists and leaders for an in-depth discussion of Zionism. On Sunday the conference will probe the meaning and relevance of Zionism for America Jewry today. On Monday the program will move to a more practical agenda of how do we “reclaim” the word Zionism, and how do we practice and project its meaning in the real world of campus, synagogue and community?
Purchase Zionist Books and Gifts
The American Zionist Movement is proud to offer a selection of Zionist books and gifts
A Shanah Tovah Message From Rabbi Vernon Kurtz
The period of the High Holy Days is a time of introspection and meditation. While we Jews do not necessarily make New Year resolutions, it is helpful to stand back to see how we have done this past year as we challenge ourselves to improve in the coming year.
From the point of the work of the American Zionist Movement we need to ask ourselves the following questions: Have we strengthened our bond to Zion, to the State of Israel, to the Jewish people around the world this past year?
NYers Socialize in Hebrew at Cafe Ivrit…Pub Edition!
On Tuesday, August 20, more than 30 Israelis and Americans networked b’ivrit at Café Ivrit…Pub
AZM Brings Layla Lavan to New York City
The first New York Layla Lavan took place on Wednesday evening, July 17th in the midst of one of the worst heat waves in years. An annual event in Tel Aviv, Layla Lavan was first instituted there as an all-night cultural festival in 2003 to mark UNESCO’s awarding it World Heritage status. The record-breaking hot and humid weather was no deterrent for the Manhattan revelers who flocked to the west side for “a taste of Israel” in New York.
Mayor of Migdal HaEmek Promotes His City
In an effort to promote the Israeli city of Migdal HaEmek as a destination for
AZM Organizations March in the 2013 Celebrate Israel Parade
With banners waving and signs held high, hundreds of people proudly marched with the American
Advocacy Training Seminar to be Held this June
The American Zionist Movement is partnering with MERCAZ, the Conservative Movement’s Israel advocacy arm, to
Join the Intergenerational Dialogue with Muki Tsur
Muki Tsur, educator and raconteur, will address the theme: Gazing from Mount Nebo, with former