WJCVerified account

@WorldJewishCong

The World Jewish Congress is the representative body of over 100 Jewish communities worldwide. (RTs are not endorsements)

worldjewishcongress.org
Joined July 2009
8,807 Photos and videos Photos and videos

Tweets

You blocked @WorldJewishCong

Are you sure you want to view these Tweets? Viewing Tweets won't unblock @WorldJewishCong

  1. Pinned Tweet
    Mar 3

    The growing intensity of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine is deeply troubling.   Millions of people are in dire need of help. We must do all we can to achieve peace, protect and preserve life, and provide comfort to all who are suffering because of this ongoing tragedy.

    5 replies . 13 retweets 49 likes
    Undo
  2. 33 minutes ago

    Rita Levi-Montalcini was kicked out of university after Italy passed anti-Jewish laws in 1938. She persisted. Decades later, she won the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for the discovery of nerve growth factor. ▶️A WJC series on leading Jewish women for

    Lessons from Nobel Prize winner Rita Levi-Montalcini
    2 retweets 10 likes
    Undo
  3. Retweeted
    1 hour ago

    Through the Ukraine Humanitarian Relief Effort, we are raising critical funds, which will be matched, dollar-for-dollar up to $250,000.

    1 reply . 1 retweet 2 likes
    Show this thread
    Show this thread
    Undo
  4. 5 hours ago

    On , we would like to take a moment to acknowledge and celebrate the phenomenal women of the world and their achievements. Make EQUALITY a REALITY.

    1 reply . 2 retweets 10 likes
    Undo
  5. 19 hours ago

    “As faith communities face an increase in hate and division, it is vital our young people come together to work together to tackle these rising tensions.” Pupils from Jewish & Muslim schools recently came together for an Interfaith workshop in the UK.

    6 likes
    Undo
  6. Retweeted
    20 hours ago

    President of , , expresses his support for the latest adoption by the to stop antisemitism. "The Council’s commitment to fighting the world’s oldest hatred is more critical than ever."

    3 retweets 12 likes
    Undo
  7. 22 hours ago

    American Jewish poet Louise Glück received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2020; she is known as a writer of wisdom and grit. ▶️A WJC series on leading Jewish women for

    Jewish women in the arts: Nobel Prize winner Louise Glück
    1 retweet 7 likes
    Undo
  8. Retweeted
    Mar 2

    “Our community, so close to Auschwitz, knows what it is to suffer, and therefore has a particular responsibility." A look inside and their humanitarian effort to help the refugees entering Poland. An example of ‘Tikkun Olam.' A NOA profile:

    3 replies . 8 retweets 18 likes
    Undo
  9. Mar 7

    🇲🇩Grateful to our affiliate Jewish community in Moldova which has mobilized to provide emergency assistance to incoming Jewish refugees from Ukraine, with support from the WJC. Approx. 3,000 Jewish refugees have entered Moldova in the last week. ‘Kol Yisrael Arevim zeh ba-zeh.'

    5 retweets 27 likes
    Undo
  10. Mar 7

    We applaud the Council of the European Union’s adoption last week of measures to combat racism and . Officially known as “Conclusions,” the measures make the fight against antisemitism a priority of Europe’s executive branch. Read more ⤵️

    4 retweets 10 likes
    Undo
  11. Mar 6

    Gerty Cori was the first Jewish woman to win a Nobel Prize, in 1947, winning in Physiology or Medicine. Together with her husband, Carl Cori, they transformed the study of biology. ▶️A WJC series on leading Jewish women for

    Jewish women in the sciences: Nobel Prize winner Gerty Cori
    6 retweets 20 likes
    Undo
  12. Mar 6

    In honor of , join us on March 14 to discuss 'Empowering Women: Corporate policies and practices inspiring Faith-Based Organizations.' A WJC parallel event to the 66th session of the . Register here 👉

    2 retweets 7 likes
    Undo
  13. Mar 4

    This Shabbat, spread love and compassion. Shabbat Shalom to all.

    1 reply . 5 retweets 15 likes
    Undo
  14. Mar 4

    Austrian Jewish writer Elfriede Jelinek, who won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2004, is considered among the greatest playwrights of the German language living today. ▶️A WJC series on Jewish women in the arts for

    Jewish women in the arts: Nobel Prize writer Elfriede Jelinek
    3 retweets 17 likes
    Undo
  15. Retweeted
    Mar 4

    ❗️ JUST NOW 🇺🇦 President of the Ukrainian Union of Krystyna Shter addressed the Council in Geneva. 🗣️ "We are fighting for our rights and for our freedoms. And now, we’re praying for peace. Please help us!" Watch the video:

    8 replies . 53 retweets 115 likes
    Show this thread
    Show this thread
    Undo
  16. Mar 4

    Gratitude to the Jewish community of Belarus. A group of religious Jews from Kyiv -over 80 ppl w/ many children- arrived in Belarus this week and are being hosted by the community in Pinsk. Yesterday volunteers from Minsk delivered aid & supplies. Kol Yisrael Arevim zeh ba-zeh.

    1 reply . 5 retweets 14 likes
    Undo
  17. Mar 4

    In honor of , join WJC on March 14 to discuss 'Empowering Women: Corporate policies and practices inspiring Faith-Based Organizations.' A parallel event to the 66th session of the . Register at the link below ⤵️

    2 retweets 5 likes
    Undo
  18. Mar 4

    education and remembrance are critical for challenging and prejudice. WJC together w & recently organized a briefing on the history and legacy of the and its relevance for the system today.

    2 replies . 4 retweets 8 likes
    Undo
  19. Mar 3

    🗓️Apply for the Ronald S. Lauder Fellowship: Join an international network of student leaders, make an impact for your community, learn about the issues facing Jews across the globe, and so much more. Learn more 👉

    1 retweet 6 likes
    Undo
  20. Mar 3

    In Slovakia🇸🇰, our affiliated Jewish community have been at the border with Ukraine this week to provide food, necessities & assistance to refugees. They've also launched a hotline. The top text of the sign reads: "SHALOM friends." Grateful to them for helping those in need.

    1 reply . 7 retweets 34 likes
    Undo

@WorldJewishCong hasn't Tweeted yet.

Loading seems to be taking a while.

Twitter may be over capacity or experiencing a momentary hiccup. Try again or visit Twitter Status for more information.

    You may also like

    ·