Category Archives: B’nai B’rith International
Social Security Fairness Act Becomes a Law! – B’nai B’rith International
I remember watching cable news constantly last month as Congress raced to avoid a shutdown. For two days it was wall-to-wall coverage detailing a variety of plans to keep the government open. Thankfully, a government shutdown was averted. Read more » »
Jewish groups congratulate Trump, look forward to working with him – B’nai B’rith International
American Jewish organizations congratulated Donald Trump on his inauguration as the 47th President of the United States and JD Vance as Vice President. In its coverage, JNS highlighted B’nai B’rith International’s reaction and desire to work with the Trump administration on key policy priorities. Read more at JNS.org. Read more » »
United Nations Focal Point on Anti-Semitism Releases “Action Plan” – B’nai B’rith International
B’nai B’rith President Rob Spitzer and CEO Daniel S. Mariaschin have issued the following statement: At a time of surging anti-Jewish hate globally, B’nai B’rith International notes the long-awaited release of a United Nations “action plan to enhance” its “monitoring and response” to anti-Semitism. Read more » »
Potomac Resident Elected Vice Chairman of B’nai B’rith International
Two Washington, D.C.-area residents were elected to leadership positions at B’nai B’rith International. Washington Jewish Week highlighted the election of Bruce Pascal of Potomac, Maryland, as vice chairman and Michael Gellman, also of Potomac, as treasurer of the organization. Read more in Washington Jewish Week. Read more » »
Forest Hills youth leader receives prestigious leadership award – B’nai B’rith International
The Queens Chronicle spotlighted Laura Hemlock-Schaeffer, a recipient of the 2025 Label A. Katz Young Leadership Award from B’nai B’rith International. She was one of five distinguished young leaders honored during our Triennial Meeting in Washington, D.C. Read more in the Queens Chronicle. Read more » »
Tyler Baram of Long Island Appointed Chair of B’nai B’rith Connect – B’nai B’rith International
B’nai B’rith International is pleased to announce the appointment of Tyler Baram of Long Island, New York, as the new chair of B’nai B’rith Connect, our young professional network. Read more » »
B’nai B’rith Welcomes Deal to Release Hostages Held in Gaza – B’nai B’rith International
B’nai B’rith President Rob Spitzer and CEO Daniel S. Mariaschin have issued the following statement: B’nai B’rith welcomes the new ceasefire agreement in the Israel-Hamas war, which includes the initial release of 33 hostages and a limited Israeli troop withdrawal from Gaza. There are about 100 hostages in Hamas captivity at this time. Read more » »
Israel Philharmonic Honors Founder Bronisław Huberman With Concert in Recognition of His Heroism During the Holocaust – B’nai B’rith International
The Israel Philharmonic Orchestra will hold a special concert in honor of its founder virtuoso violinist Bronisław Huberman z”l. The concert will open with a presentation of the “Jewish Rescuers Citation” in his memory by B’nai B’rith World Center-Jerusalem and the Committee to Recognize the Heroism of Jewish Rescuers During the Holocaust. Read more » »
Five Young Professionals Earn Prestigious B’nai B’rith Leadership Award – B’nai B’rith International
B’nai B’rith International bestowed the 2025 Label A. Katz Young Leadership Award to five distinguished young leaders during its Triennial Meeting on Jan. 12 in Washington, D.C. Read more » »
B’nai B’rith Concludes Triennial Meeting With Election of New President and Officers – B’nai B’rith International
Discussions on the Middle East and U.S. Elections B’nai B’rith International concluded its Triennial Meeting of the B’nai B’rith Board of Governors today in Washington, D.C. Read more » »
