Leaders of Jewish organizations and Jewish communities from across the Diaspora will arrive in Israel next week as part of The Jewish Agency for Israel’s Board of Governors meetings. There, they will discuss how to strengthen Israeli society amid its complex security and economic challenges as well as the alarming rise of global antisemitism.
The meetings kick off on Sunday, Nov. 17, and mark the second time this delegation has gathered since the Swords of Iron War broke out. The Jewish leaders intend to demonstrate solidarity with Israel and strategize around contributing to the country’s resilience. These priorities are particularly crucial as thousands of families in the north and south of Israel have been displaced by the Oct. 7 attacks and the ongoing war, while Israel Defense Forces reservists and Lone Soldiers remain on duty, and the families of hostages continue to yearn for their return after more than 400 days of captivity in Gaza.
Bank of Israel governor, professor Amir Yaron, will be on hand to present his findings regarding the war’s impact on Israel’s economy. Maj. Gen. (res.) Amos Yadlin, former chief of staff of the Israeli Air Force, will lead a briefing on Israel’s array of security challenges and how they are being addressed. Further, the Board of Governors participants will visit communities throughout the country to learn about the daily struggles that Israeli citizens have been facing since the war began.
Jewish Agency Chairman Maj. Gen. (res.) Doron Almog emphasized world Jewry’s significant contributions to Israel’s wellbeing, especially since Oct. 7.
“Israel constitutes the most significant partnership between Israelis and Jews around the world. During this challenging time, we’ve seen over and over again the power of the Jewish people and our partners’ tremendous commitment and unconditional love for the country,” Almog said. “That enormous support allowed us to be active on the ground to respond to the horrors that occurred on Oct. 7, which sent a strong message to impacted communities that the Jewish people are with you. World Jewry will continue to act as a living bridge to address every Jew who is interested in assisting us in our efforts to rebuild and restore the State of Israel.”
Jewish Agency CEO and director-general Yehuda Setton added, “Global Jewry proves time and time again their deep commitment to Israel. During this difficult time, their support is more critical than ever, and their choice to come here and witness our challenges up close is more important than anything else.”
Mark Wilf, chairman of The Jewish Agency’s Board of Governors, said, “This gathering of our board and partners is an expression of our deep commitment to the State of Israel. We stand firmly by the side of our Israeli family and Jewish communities around the world in these challenging times. Our unity is our strength and is the core of our mission.”
The Board of Governors meetings will take place over the course of three days and will include a farewell ceremony for outgoing Jewish Agency CEO and director-general Amira Ahronoviz.
