Commonwealth Jewish Council

Protecting Jewish Life. Building Bridges. Amplifying Voices
The Commonwealth Jewish Council unites communities across the globe.

News

We are delighted to announce the appointment of Arieh Miller as our new CEO!

Arieh brings experience, vision, and commitment to strengthening Jewish communities across the Commonwealth.

Read more via the Jewish News

The CJC is really excited that the first batch of materials has arrived and been distributed to several Nigerian communities!

Our representative in Nigeria, Arthur-Regis Odidika, commented, "They (the books) are most helpful. Thanks a million".

The materials for Tanzania and Uganda are scheduled to arrive mid-September.

Our huge thanks to all the UK Jewish communities who donated items to our campaign, and also to those who have helped fund the transportation.

To read more about these communities, please go to the Communities section on the website.

It is not too late to donate if you would still like to:

Diplomacy

This week, we were honoured to meet His Excellency Paul Gomez of the Bahamas. We were warmly welcomed, reflected on the rich Jewish history in the Caribbean, and discussed the urgent environmental challenges facing the Bahamas. We look forward to deepening this partnership and our work together.

In the News....

The J7: 2025 Report on Antisemitism

To read the report in full, click on the link

The J7, the Large Communities' Task Force Against Antisemitism, was formed in response to increasing rates of antisemitism around the world. It is comprised of organisations representing the largest Jewish communities in the Diaspora, including Argentina, Australia, Canada, France, Germany, the United Kingdom and the USA.

The J7 works to identify and address common challenges, develop coordinated strategies and share best practices in combatting global antisemitism.

Two Lessons from the Diplomatic Frontlines of Faith, by Daniella Myers, Director of International Campaigns, a reflection on two memorable lessons drawn from navigating diplomacy where faith, politics and people intersect. To read, click the link.

Excellent article by Clive Lawton OBE, CEO in the Jewish News this week, about the relationship between South Africa and Hamas/Iran/Russia. To read, click the link.

Focus of Activities

The Commonwealth Jewish Council supports and protects Jewish communities within the Commonwealth and advances Commonwealth interests with campaigns, projects and shared Jewish values.