Category Archives: B’nai B’rith International
Ben-Gurion University of the Negev and Πανεπιστήμιο Κύπρου | University Of Cyprus are pioneering a …
Ben-Gurion University of the Negev and Πανεπιστήμιο Κύπρου | University Of Cyprus are pioneering a joint course on the history of diplomatic relations between Israel, Cyprus and Greece, sponsored by B’nai B’rith International. The course will encourage future collaborations between the countries. Read more » »
Holocaust Museum to Be Inaugurated in Oporto
A historic breakthrough in Holocaust education in #Portugal, as the first-ever Holocaust #museum will open in Oporto next week. The museum will also portray the lives of Jews before the #Holocaust. This is a monumental achievement for the Jewish community of Oporto. Read more » »
Ben-Gurion University and University of Cyprus to Launch Joint Course to Encourage Future Collaborations Thanks to the Support of B’nai B’rith International
(Beer-Sheva, Israel, Jan. 13, 2021)–Ben-Gurion University of the Negev and the University of Cyprus will offer a joint online course in Greek and Hebrew for the 2021 spring semester. The course will focus on the history of diplomatic relations between Israel, Cyprus and Greece from the late 1940s to the present. Read more » »
WATCH: Following last month’s launch of the Digital Services Act (DSA), our EU Affairs team …
WATCH: Following last month’s launch of the Digital Services Act (DSA), our EU Affairs team (led by Ali Bricman and Ilan Selby) hosts a expert panel discussion on the effectiveness of the new #EU digital legislation as it attempts to tackle issues relating to online hate and #antisemitism. Read more » »
Dr. Shachar Pinsker sits down with CEO Dan Mariaschin to discuss his book, „A Rich Brew: How …
Dr. Shachar Pinsker sits down with CEO Dan Mariaschin to discuss his book, „A Rich Brew: How Cafés Created Modern Jewish Culture,” which explores the world of the coffeehouse and its role in shaping Jewish culture as we know it today. Check out Dr. Read more » »
Sheldon Adelson, casino mogul and GOP power broker, dies
We mourn the passing of Sheldon Adelson, a tremendous supporter of Israel and a champion of the Jewish people around the world. His dedication to Jewish causes and to strengthening the bonds between Israel and the U.S will live on forever. We send our deepest condolences to his family. Read more » »
The Jewish Woman Behind Sinatra’s Rise to Stardom
B’nai B’rith Podcast: Authors Peter Jennings and Tom Sandler Discuss the Life and Career of Songwriter Ruth Lowe(Washington, D.C., Jan. Read more » »
‘This is an attack on our community’; Confederate flag tied to door of Museum of Jewish Heritage, …
A sickening display of hate occurred when a Confederate flag was tied to the front door of the Museum of Jewish Heritage – A Living Memorial to the Holocaust in New York City. The Jewish community stands stronger than ever against such blatant #antisemitism. Nearly 76 years after the Holocaust, we must not become de-sensitized to anti-Semitism. Read more » »
Our Senior Vice President and Chair of the B’nai B’rith Disaster and Emergency Relief Committee …
Our Senior Vice President and Chair of the B’nai B’rith Disaster and Emergency Relief Committee Rebecca Saltzman (of B’nai B’rith Colorado) presented Morgridge Academy and Kavod Senior Life in Denver with #COVID19 relief kits to help ensure students, residents and staff stay safe during the pandemic. Read more » »
More than two months have passed since Ambassador Richard Schifter left us, but his inspiration and …
More than two months have passed since Ambassador Richard Schifter left us, but his inspiration and wisdom will be forever missed. Adriana Camisar reflects on her friend and mentor, who worked with B’nai B’rith for over a decade fighting the grotesque mistreatment of #Israel at the United Nations: http: //bit. Read more » »
