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Click below for details about a September progressive Zionist volunteer trip to Israel. Due to outside funding, it is very affordable. Check it out.

Alumni trip 24 | Habonim

Leading up to this chaotic week in Washington DC, Ameinu leadership was involved in intense deliberations with organizational colleagues around what to say and what actions to take. There were American Jewish leaders counseling progressive Zionists to stay home so as not to get “lumped in with other protesters.” We, however, knew it was our role to support our Israeli allies and the hostage families to speak out against Prime Minister’s Netanyahu’s cynical, politically motivated trip to Washington. In fact, Ameinu recently hosted the newly elected chair of the Israel Labor Party Yair Golan for a Zoom event, and when asked what is the role of Diaspora Jews regarding Netanyahu, he described the “failure” of the Israeli government and called on us to “struggle together to save Israeli democracy.”

Click below for our full report from DC.

34 Hours with Bibi in Washington DC | Ameinu Kenneth Bob, President, Ameinu 7/26/24 Leading up to this chaotic week in Washington DC, Ameinu leadership was involved in intense deliberations with

In light of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s arrival in Washington D.C., and his upcoming speech to the United States Congress, Ameinu and 7 other members of the Progressive Israel Network released the following statement.

Progressive Israel Network Organizations: Prime Minister Netanyahu is Not Welcome Here | Ameinu eech to the United States Congress, 8 members of the Progressive Israel Network released the following statement.

Ameinu is joining UnXeptable and other organizations, as well as families of hostages still held in Gaza, in declaring Netanyahu persona non grata. Come demonstrate with us!

To (un)welcome Netanyahu during his visit to Washington next week and in solidarity with the Israeli protest movement, we encourage you to download this image and use it as your profile picture (you can access it here, too- https://peacenow.org/entry.php?id=43330).

The Hebrew translates to “you are the head (or leader), you are to blame.” This message has become the calling card of the protest movement and has been plastered on billboards across Tel Aviv and around Israel for months. We are using it now to demand that Netanyahu end the war in Gaza and bring the hostages home. Please keep that image as your profile picture through July 24th, when Netanyahu is scheduled to address Congress.

For our friends in New York and the area - Join us this Sunday, July 14 at 7pm - we invite you to Judson Memorial Church - New York City to hear noted peace activists Maoz Inon and Aziz Abu Sarah. They'll be talking about A New Horizon for Peace in Israel and Palestine. Register at https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/3RMYJ3hjlLpuWJzHjsJLHw?t=1720621888

Ameinu is thrilled and proud to have the support of the Natan Fund, once again, in our initiatives to confront Antisemitism!

Reimagining Israel Education — The Natan Fund Reimagining Israel Education These grants are directed to programs that offer nuanced, thoughtful, and inclusive Israel dialogue and education for North American Jews, particularly children, young adults, and intergenerational spaces. This grant portfolio was developed in partnership with the Charle...

Join us for a conversation with Yair Golan - July 14, 1pm EDT / 10am PDT

Golan, recently elected chair of Israel’s Labor Party, previously served as IDF Deputy Chief of Staff. He was a Meretz MK and Deputy Minister of Economy in the 36th Israeli government. Golan was hailed as a hero for rescuing victims at the Nova Festival on October 7.

RSVP in the link below.

Invite: Yair Golan Speaking on Uniting the Zionist Left | Ameinu Golan, recently elected chair of Israel’s Labor Party, previously served as IDF Deputy Chief of Staff. He was a Meretz MK and Deputy Minister of Economy in the 36th Israeli government. Golan was hailed as a hero for rescuing victims at the Nova Festival on October 7.

Ameinu calls on the government of Israel to exhaust every means possible to reach a deal to bring the hostages home, including bypassing the Rafah invasion and ending the hostilities in Gaza.

See our full statement below.

Ameinu Calls Upon Israel to Prioritize Hostages, Not Expanding the War | Ameinu Ameinu calls on the government of Israel to exhaust every means possible to reach a deal to bring the hostages home, including bypassing the

"If you from abroad want to demand something, demand a resolution of the conflict, not the annihilation of one side"

From a Columbia Alum Israeli Peace Activist From the blog of Haviva Ner-David at The Times of Israel

Ameinu joins the Progressive Israel Network in this letter to president Biden, thanking him for his leadership and support to Israel.

PIN Letter to Biden: Thank You For Your Leadership and Unwavering Commitment to Israel’s Security | Ameinu April 17, 2024 The Honorable Joseph R. Biden, Jr. President of the United States The White House Washington, DC 20500 Dear Mr. President: We write to

This will likely be the last rally until the summer, hopefully they will all be returned before we need to meet again, so please make an effort to join us!

March 20, 2024 – We are deeply disturbed by the condemnatory statement issued yesterday by the Conference of Presidents (COP) following a meeting with Majority Leader Schumer. Though the critical COP statement was made in the name of the CEO and President, it claims to speak for COP “membership” when in fact it clearly fails to reflect the diversity of views within the COP.

Click below for full statement.

Conference of Presidents Members Rebut Statement on Majority Leader Schumer Meeting | Ameinu March 20, 2024 - We are deeply disturbed by the condemnatory statement issued yesterday by the Conference of Presidents (COP) following a meeting with

Join us this week in New York, in demanding the immediate release of all Israeli hostages still held in Gaza!

Tomorrow in New York!

Ameinu in PIN Letter to Biden: We Support a Bilateral Ceasefire and the Release of All Hostages | Ameinu Dear President Biden,We write to you as American Jews–member organizations of the Progressive Israel Network–who represent the vast majority of liberal

Ameinu is joining 17 national Jewish organizations speaking out against the dangerous antisemitic, white supremacist, and anti-immigrant conspiracy theories animating efforts to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas. Full statement: https://jewishpublicaffairs.org/homepage-news/jewish-groups-express-concern-over-efforts-to-impeach-homeland-security-secretary-alejandro-mayorkas/

Join us on February 21st from 1:30-3:00pm EST for this important discussion presented by Zachary Schaffer!

Understanding and Responding to Anti-Jewish Ideas from the Left | Ameinu Please join us for this important discussion: February 21 from 1:30-3:00 EST What to expect on this 90 minute Zoom program: Clear analysis on how/why

Ameinu views with grave concern the recent statements by Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu which seemingly reject the possibility of a two-state solution to the Israel-Palestine conflict. The Prime Minister has claimed, "My insistence is what has prevented — over the years — the establishment of a Palestinian state that would have constituted an existential danger to Israel. As long as I am prime minister, I will continue to strongly insist on this.” Mr. Prime Minister, your policies have failed; the weakening of the Palestinian Authority and your backroom support for Hamas made Israelis less safe and harmed Israel’s security.

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Netanyahu’s Rejection of Two-State Solution Harms Israel’s Security | Ameinu Ameinu views with grave concern the recent statements by Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu which seemingly reject the possibility of a two-state solution to the Israel-Palestine conflict.

Ameinu welcomes the announcement by the government of Israel of a ceasefire in its war with Hamas in order to expedite the return of 50 Israelis who have been kidnapped and held in the Gaza Strip. The ceasefire agreement is an important first step towards the return of all of those taken from Israel by Hamas on October 7th but does not, in itself, address the critical questions that remain regarding a military and diplomatic path forward that ensures peace and security for all in Israel and Palestine.
Ameinu welcomes the announcement by the government of Israel of a ceasefire in its war with Hamas in order to expedite the return of 50 Israelis who have been kidnapped and held in the Gaza Strip. The ceasefire agreement is an important first step towards the return of all of those taken from Israel by Hamas on October 7th but does not, in itself, address the critical questions that remain regarding a military and diplomatic path forward that ensures peace and security for all in Israel and Palestine.

As we begin the seventh week of warfare, we are asking tough questions about Israel's response to the horrific Hamas attack on October 7th, the threat that Hamas will remain a political and military force and the civilian death toll in Gaza. As you think about these issues, we highly recommend that you read Dan Fleshler's new post on The Third Narrative website entitled My Heart Struggles With My Head. We would love to have your thoughts and comments on this article.

Please share with others who will find it useful.

My Heart Struggles with My Head - The Third Narrative My heart tells me the Israeli bombing attacks should stop. But my head tells me a ceasefire would enable Hamas leaders to remain in power .... [and] would do nothing to eliminate the threat Hamas poses to Israel in general or allow the residents of ... southern Israel to return home.

Join Ameinu and the other J-Link member organizations, in partnership with the Hostages and Missing Families Forum, for this timely webinar.

Hear from some of the families, share their messages in your communities, and with your religious and political leadership.

Thursday 9 November
7:00pm Jerusalem time / 12pm EST

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Bring Them Home Now! | Ameinu Join J-Link and our member organizations, in partnership with the Hostages and Missing Families Forum, for this timely webinar.Hear from some of the

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Ameinu President Kenneth Bob has been in Israel since before October 7 and he will be joined by Ariel Dloomy, a long-time Arab-Jewish shared society activist who was born and raised on Kibbutz Nachal Oz. Together they will discuss homefront and war-related issues which are at the top of Israel’s agenda today.

Nov 1, 2023 1:00 PM EST

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0rce2vqDMtGNW9Er2XcnfC3JX8ZRYPuA-T

From the devastating attack on the communities bordering Gaza, through the massive hostage taking and now with ground incursions underway, people have called this Israel’s Pearl Harbor and 9/11 rolled into one.

Ken will share his experience, observations and analysis at this critical time. He will also provide concrete steps you can take to express your views and support those impacted by the war.

Tuesday, October 17, 1pm

Please RSVP IN THIS LINK:

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUvfuygrzIqGtGOwTMFPFacYh0DzhhD8flA

Following is a statement by members of the Progressive Israel Network (PIN), a coalition of organizations representing Americans who are committed to pursuing democracy, equality and peace in Israel.

As we grasp the dimensions of the horror in southern Israel, the magnitude of the carnage, injury and destruction, we mourn the lives lost and wish a speedy and full recovery for those injured. We also urge the government of Israel, the Biden administration and all other stakeholders to immediately start negotiations over returning the hostages taken by Hamas and Islamic Jihad.

Their savage attack on Israel, beginning on Saturday, targeting civilians and murdering them in cold blood, is an inexcusable war crime.

We stand with the people of Israel in this very difficult time. Our hearts are with the Israeli public. We urge our members and supporters to assist our sisters and brothers in Israel in every way possible.

Click below for full statement

Progressive Israel Network Statement on the Crisis in Israel and Gaza | Ameinu Following is a statement by members of the Progressive Israel Network (PIN), a coalition of organizations representing Americans who are committed to

Ameinu's Vice-President and Head of Executives Committee Nomi Colton-Max lists some of the ways you can help Israeli people today!

HOW CAN YOU HELP? | Ameinu Ameinu's Vice-President and Head of Executives Committee lists some of the ways you can help Israeli people today!

Ameinu's president Kenneth Bob writes from Israel-

Message from Israel by Ameinu's President Kenneth Bob | Ameinu I was awakened early Saturday morning in our Jaffa apartment by the siren that alerts Israelis to incoming rockets from Gaza. My wife and I ran downstairs

Ameinu stands in solidarity with the people of Israel following today’s horrific attack on Israeli civilians by Hamas. We grieve the loss of life and the lives that will be forever changed by today’s unprecedented attack. Ameinu prays for the safety of all of those taken hostage by Hamas and calls for their immediate release.

Our hearts are with our friends and family in Israel today and every day.