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Did you miss this year's National Leadership Summit (NLS)? Not to worry! You can still watch the timely and relevant programs by clicking the button below.
NLS is an annual event for ADL's emerging and established leaders to come together, learn and engage around critical antisemitism and anti-hate issues with top experts and world leaders. | |
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ADL welcomed Dr. Deborah Lipstadt’s swearing in as the State Department’s Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism.
“We’re thrilled to finally be able to congratulate Ambassador Lipstadt on her new position,” said Jonathan A. Greenblatt, ADL CEO. “As recent research from ADL and many of our partners globally demonstrates, antisemitic incidents are on the rise. It’s critical that we now have someone as qualified and respected as her to champion this cause and support Jewish communities around the world. We look forward to working with her.”
ADL has extensively advocated for Congress and the Biden Administration to fill this role. More than 5,000 ADL volunteer leaders have sent more than 11,000 messages to their Senators and met with 35 Senate offices in support of Dr. Lipstadt’s rapid confirmation. | |
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The promise of our democracy can only be made real when we ensure that every voice is heard. ADL supports nonpartisan efforts to encourage voting and make voting safe and accessible, so that everyone is able to take part in this critical aspect of our democracy. This is especially important as we work to overcome obstacles that could negatively impact fair access to the ballot.
Want to ensure your voice is heard in the 2022 election? ADL’s voting rights resources can help!
Use ADL's voting rights tool to get ready to cast your ballot. You can confirm your registration status, check your options for voting in person or by mail, see any changes your state has implemented in its election laws, and view which candidates you can choose from.
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Pittsburgh, Poway, Colleyville -- these tragedies are burned into our memories. Religious institutions across the country are plagued with fear that they will be the next target to make headlines, and have no choice but to expend precious resources to keep their members safe. But for many of these congregations and schools, such investments – double glass doors, security guards, emergency training – deplete already stretched budgets.
The Nonprofit Security Grant Program provides critical reimbursements for these measures, but the funds allocated are simply not sufficient to meet the need. Every year, hundreds of millions of dollars in applications are submitted by synagogues, schools, churches, mosques, gurdwaras and community centers. But too many organizations' security needs go unmet. A significant increase in funding is sorely needed at this time of increased vulnerability to threats of hate-motivated violence. Congress must act now. Please urge your members of Congress to do more to protect all communities from threats like the one we saw in Colleyville and increase funding for the Nonprofit Security Grant
Program to $360 million. | |
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ADL Washington, D.C. offers timely information, statements and resources in response to regional and national trending topics via Twitter. Check out the links below to see what we are Tweeting about:
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Our collection of K-12 education resources promotes critical thinking and learning around historical and current events topics through the lens of diversity, bias and social justice. In honor of Asian American Pacific Islander Month and Jewish American Heritage Month, we are featuring resources to bring these histories into schools, communities and homes. Additionally, we are providing our monthly featured book and a resource on the refugee crisis in Ukraine. Check out the links below for more information:
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May 17, 2022, 9:00 am ET | Supreme Court of the United States
Since the early 80's, ADL has supported the right to reproductive freedom. ADL is a proud supporter of this rally, as it is a matter of both religious and personal liberty.
For too long, the American narrative about religion and abortion has ignored Jewish voices — and it’s past time for that to end. Join National Council of Jewish Women, with our allies and partners, at The Jewish Rally for Abortion Justice as we raise our voices to make it clear that enough is enough.
Take a road trip, hop on a train or ride the Metro.
Don’t miss this powerful moment of collective action. | |
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In the midst of increasing incidents of hate across the world, the time to unite with fellow members of ADL’s global community is now. Tackle crucial conversations, engage with extraordinary experts, leaders and visionaries and be inspired to take immediate action that will create lasting change in your community and beyond.
Through meaningful dialogue, education and interpersonal connections, we will continue the fight against antisemitism, hate and bias in all its forms—together.
The only voice missing is yours. | |
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Sunday, May 15, 2:30 PM | Edlavitch DCJCC | Pay-What-You-Choose Event
Sponsored by the Greater Washington Forum on Israeli Arab Issues and the Edlavitch DCJCC
Lead Support provided by The Naomi and Nehemiah Cohen Foundation
Join us for our annual keynote program exploring the daily lives and challenges of Arab citizens of Israel. Following a screening of Cinema Sabaya, director Orit Fouks Rotem and lead actor Joanna Said discuss the contemporary experience of Arab women in Israel and the role the arts play in bridging societal, religious and political divides. The conversation will be moderated by Samah Salaime, founder of Na’am AWC "Arab Women in the Center.”
ABOUT THE FILM
Cinema Sabaya
In this ode to the unifying power of art, nine women register for a filmmaking workshop with young director Rona. As the strangers, both Arab and Jewish, share the raw footage they shoot each week with their classmates, they are confronted not only by the vast differences in their circumstances but also by striking points of connection. | |
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Festival runs from May 12-22, 2022
JxJ returns with an all new lineup of international films, concerts and artist conversations, presented throughout DC, Bethesda and Silver Spring! The 2022 slate includes 60 films from 15 countries, ranging from comedies to documentaries and period dramas; alongside 10 concerts with musicians hailing from Israel, Canada, Ethiopia and the US. Book your tickets and passes today, or attend at a discount when you bring a group of 10 or more! | |
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We are inviting synagogues across D.C., MD, NC and VA to join ADL Washington, D.C.’s 2022 Signature Synagogue Program. Through the program, ADL partners with synagogues across our region to ignite a congregation-wide commitment to raising awareness of and speaking out against antisemitism and hate. Participants in the Signature Synagogue Program will have special direct access to ADL speaking engagements, Words to Action workshops, resources and learning opportunities.
For those who participated in the 2021 Signature Synagogue Program, we invite you to renew your membership and join us for the 2022 session. To sign up, gather more information or renew your membership, please reach out to Erica Biegen at [email protected]. | |
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