WJC Program Department - World Jewish Congress

Programs & Initiatives

WJC National Community Directors’ Forum (NCDF)

The WJC National Community Directors’ Forum (NCDF) brings together the most senior professionals of WJC’s affiliated Jewish communities and organizations globally. The NCDF provides a platform for community leaders from dozens of countries to meet and share experiences and best practices, discuss issues of pertinence to Jewish communities, and develop invaluable networks for collaboration.
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Special Envoys & Coordinators Combating Antisemitism (SECCA)

The Special Envoys and Coordinators Combating Antisemitism (SECCA) forum consists of policy makers and officials dedicated to addressing antisemitism in their respective countries or regions. The forum also includes representatives from international organizations such as the European Commission, the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA), and the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).
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WJC Technology and Human Rights Institute

WJC’s Technology and Human Rights Institute (TecHRI) combats online antisemitism and hate speech through a uniquely Jewish lens. Building on WJC's longstanding efforts to challenge Holocaust denial, conspiracy myths, and online hate speech, TecHRI engages Jewish communities, local governments, and tech companies to address the spread of antisemitic hate on the Internet.
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#WeRemember

The WJC’s global #WeRemember Campaign is an annual educational, social media-based initiative that encourages millions of people worldwide to reflect on the lessons of the past to ensure that future generations develop the knowledge and skills to effectively confront the spread of Holocaust denial and the rise of antisemitism.
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WJC Elevate

WJC Elevate cultivates and empowers a global network of passionate Jewish leaders, aged 15-45, providing them with the skills, knowledge, network, and opportunities they need to make a positive impact on their communities and the Jewish world. By convening and training top students and young professionals on matters of Jewish advocacy and diplomacy, Elevate supports their long-term development as Jewish leaders, while building a future for Jewish communities worldwide.
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WJC NextGen

WJC NextGen empowers young leaders ages 15-26 to make an impact in their communities today while equipping them to be the changemakers of tomorrow.
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WJC Jewish Diplomatic Corps

The WJC Jewish Diplomatic Corps is an expansive worldwide network that comprises over 400 leaders ages 27-45 through the shared objective of advocating for global Jewish interests and supporting local Jewish communities.
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Mission Impact

Mission Impact, an initiative created as part of the WJC's effort to educate potential allies about Israel following the events of the October 7 terror attacks on Israel, provides firsthand experiences in Israel to understand the realities on the ground, the effects of antisemitism on Jewish communities, and the most pressing issues facing the Jewish people today.
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Together Through Sport

Together Through Sport is a WJC initiative, established in partnership with the German-based NGO What Matters, which educates supporters, staff, and athletes about Jewish life, the realities of antisemitism and life in Israel, and the legacy of the Holocaust. With the ongoing support of partners, Together Through Sport has worked with premier football associations and clubs across the world, maintaining a collaborative network that spans over a dozen countries.
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Israel Council on Foreign Relations

The Israel Council on Foreign Relations (ICFR) is a non-partisan forum for the study and debate of foreign policy operating under the auspices of World Jewish Congress. Established in 1989, the Council aspires to stimulate public awareness of world events and insightful discussion of foreign policy issues, particularly regarding Israel, the Middle East, and international Jewish affairs.
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International Council of Jewish Parliamentarians (ICJP)

The International Council of Jewish Parliamentarians (ICJP) brings together Jewish legislators, government ministers, and other elected officials from around the world to meet and discuss issues of common concern. Founded in 1988, the ICJP established a global network of relationships among Jewish elected officials to enable greater knowledge and understanding of the challenges facing Jewish communities in Israel and the diaspora.
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