Navigating issues related to Israel/Palestine in the queer community – and in some of the broader progressive spaces – can be challenging. There is a history of using Israel’s relatively LGBTQ friendly environment to distract from the Occupation, a practice which has earned the label “Pinkwashing.” At the same time, there are the sometimes unfair asks that are made of Jews and/or Israelis. To help us make sense of how to navigate these issues, NJN will be hosting a webinar with two leading Jewish and progressive leaders known for their thoughtfulness and nuance.

The Weaponization of Antisemitism - with Rabbi Jill Jacobs and Kevin Rachlin

This is a recording of a New Jewish Narrative webinar from June 5th, 2025. 

We are living through a moment in the United States when we see both that antisemitism is rising and that the Trump administration is weaponizing antisemitism to silence its critics and to attack academia. For years, NJN has been a leader in making sure that efforts to counter antisemitism are not exploited to violate civil liberties. For this conversation, NJN's President and CEO Hadar Susskind was joined by two leaders who we frequently partner with for a discussion on antisemitism and its weaponization.

Stop Exploiting Antisemitism

As Congress prepared to vote on a resolution linking the attack in Colorado with anti-immigrant fear mongering, NJN released a statement to Hill offices and the media.

June 9, 2025- The last few weeks have been filled with fear and pain for the American Jewish community. We have been targeted. And we have been killed. The perpetrators used language linking their attacks to protests over Israel’s actions. Nevermind that most American Jews oppose Israel’s conduct in this war. 

Antisemitism is a real problem that must be addressed.

Unfortunately, there have been repeated examples of politicians looking to exploit and weaponize our pain. The Trump administration has used us to crack down on speech, institute a travel ban, and attack universities. 

Don't miss the global, virtual screening of There Is Another Way TODAY, June 12th, 2025!

The documentary film There is Another Way tells the story of a group of visionaries who refuse to surrender to violence and injustice, and in doing so show that another path is possible - for them, for us, and for all humanity. As we are all faced with essential questions about who we are, will we choose collective liberation, where the needs, rights, and safety of all are prioritized - in which our humanity comes first, knowing that no one is free until everyone is free. 

We're looking for a Strategic Communications Associate.

Our ideal candidate is a strong writer known for editing and proofreading skills, who loves learning to operate new technologies. This position is responsible for executing communications functions throughout the organization, and will be the day-to-day manager of our email, social, and website work, including initiating and/or proofing content.

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