Something big is coming and our movement needs your help.
Progressive Judaism and our vision of Israel as a democratic, pluralistic state face historic challenges. Ultra-Orthodox rabbis and extreme politicians control key levers of power and aim to relegate non-Orthodox Jews, women, LGBTQI+ Israelis and ethnic minorities to secondary status.
You and your members are about to have a vote that directly impacts resources and funding for Israeli Progressive synagogues, rabbis, values and advocacy.
What is it?
The World Zionist Congress election happens every five years. This year in the UK it is coming down to a real vote, where each of your congregants (and friends and family) will need to cast an electronic ballot.
How urgent is it?
9 April – 12 May, is the registration period. Anyone who is going to vote has to register at this time.
The vote itself is 9 – 16 June but it will be won or lost in the 9 April – 12 May registration period.
How can I or a congregant become an ambassador:
Fill in this short Google form https://forms.gle/7sMARirYeq6AyeRR8
Why is it important?
Progressive Judaism in Israel, Pluralism, Democracy, Equity, Security, Justice, a path to Peace, with billions of dollars in the balance that can be distributed according to our values, or according to the whim of the UK’s newest political party – Shas.
If we don’t take our rightful share of the votes and resources, they will go to those who actively work to oppose our members rights, our movement’s presence, and the values that animate many of our Zionism.
Our people on the ground need our support and our votes.
