Montana Tucker (center, yellow dress) is seen holding hands with survivors of the Nova music festival massacre.

Ten Positive Stories From the Global Fight Against Antisemitism in June 2024

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The Combat Antisemitism Movement (CAM) publishes a regular feature highlighting “good news” in the fight against the world’s oldest hatred.

Here are ten such stories from June 2024:

‘We Will Dance Again!’: Montana Tucker Leads Dance Initiative in Memory of Nova Festival Massacre

American singer, songwriter, actress, and dancer Montana Tucker released a poignant video featuring survivors of the Nova music festival massacre and Lilach Friedman’s Dance Ensemble.

The performance, dedicated to the memory of the 364 festival-goers killed on October 7th by Hamas, was a part of the dance project, NOVA. The Ensemble, which recently won first prize among 28 countries at the contemporary dance competition in Barcelona for NOVA, tragically lost four members at the Nova festival on October 7th. Tucker led survivors and performers in a powerful rendition of NOVA at the festival site, recreating some of the horrific scenes from that day.

The video was initiated and produced by CAM.

 

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Virginia Summit to Combat Antisemitism Brings Together State Officials to Foster Dialogue, Develop Strategies, and Propose Solutions to Fighting Hate

The two-day Virginia Summit to Combat Antisemitism, hosted by CAM, convened leading decisionmakers and activists from across the state to address common challenges and best practices in the collective effort to combat antisemitism.

Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin addressed the summit and received the CAM Civic Leadership Award for his dedication to fighting antisemitism and religious bigotry of all forms.

US Mayoral and State Legislative Delegations Return from Israel Empowered to Confront Antisemitism

Two bipartisan delegations of American mayors and state lawmakers visited Israel in June on missions led by CAM to express solidarity, strengthen ties, and learn firsthand about the challenges Israel is facing in the aftermath of the October 7th massacre.

CAM organized a trip for a group of chiefs of staff for Republican governors.

CAM Hosts Tel Aviv Reception Showcasing Israeli Wineries Impacted by War

The Israeli Wine Collection, founded by CAM, hosted a reception in Tel Aviv supporting Israeli wineries impacted by the ongoing war in Gaza and on the northern border.

The unique event, held at the Dubnov Gallery, highlighted the perseverance of Israel’s wine industry over the past eight months, with speakers sharing personal tales of heroism, and showcased the vital role wine plays in communities across Israel.

‘This Country Is Filled With Heroes’: CAM-Supported Volunteers Honored by Israeli President for Post-October 7th Response and Recovery Efforts

Four volunteer entities supported by CAM were recognized by Israeli President Isaac Herzog for their efforts helping people and communities impacted by the October 7th attack.

The Presidential Volunteer Medals were granted at a ceremony held at President Herzog’s official Jerusalem residence, and CEO Sacha Roytman attended the event on behalf of CAM.

See also: The Open Heart of Ofakim — Volunteers Bring Light in a Time of Darkness

‘A Collective Call for a Free Iran Liberated From Tyranny’: Digital Rally Urges End to Tehran Regime’s Oppressive Rule

CAM hosted the “Voices Against Violence: The Iranian Diaspora Speaks” digital rally, drawing global attention to the Tehran regime’s tyrannical rule at home and its malign regional influence across the Middle East.

The event was moderated by CAM Public Affairs Officer and Nova music festival massacre survivor Natalie Sanandaji, and it featured remarks from a diverse lineup of advocates for the freedom of the oppressed Iranian people.

CAM Welcomes Signing of Florida Bill Codifying IHRA Antisemitism Definition Into State-Wide Law

CAM CEO Sacha Roytman issued the following statement after Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed HB 187, codifying the IHRA Working Definition of Antisemitism into state law:

“The Combat Antisemitism Movement (CAM) applauds the passing of HB 187, which codifies the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) Working Definition of Antisemitism and its 11 accompanying examples into state-wide legislation. The sponsor of the bill, House Representative Randy Fine, was part of a recent CAM delegation that visited Israel to witness and understand the impact of October 7th attack on its community and people. We thank Rep. Randy Fine, Rep. Michael Gottlieb, and others for introducing this bill to protect the Jewish community in Florida, as well as Governor Ron DeSantis for signing the bill into law to combat antisemitism in all its forms.”

See also: Florida Governor DeSantis Signs Bill Allocating $20M for Boosting Security in Jewish Day Schools and South Florida Jewish Official Josephine Gon Discusses Post-October 7th Global Antisemitism Rise on ‘Quill’ Podcast

CAM Backs Municipal Initiatives Against Antisemitism in Florida City of Sunny Isles Beach

The City Commission of Sunny Isles Beach, Florida, passed a resolution to permit the rescinding of municipal scholarships to students who engage in antisemitic activities or publicly endorse Hamas or the BDS movement.

The resolution was approved at a monthly meeting of the City Commission attended by CAM Chief Government Affairs Officer Lisa Katz, who expressed support for the measure in remarks she delivered.

CAM Chief Government Affairs Officer Lisa Katz (third from left, in black) attends the monthly meeting of the City Commission of Sunny Isles Beach, Florida, June 20, 2024.

CAM Delegation Visits Mexico City as Part of Expanded Collaboration Push With Regional Partners

A CAM delegation visited Mexico City as part of continuing outreach and engagement in Mexico and across Latin America.

The delegation, led by CAM Director of Hispanic Affairs Shay Salamon, attended the inaugural Latin American Forum of Zionist Federations, organized by Dr. Moises Mitrani. Other participants included Israeli representatives of the World Zionist Organization.

Earlier this year, in mid-March, CAM made its first-ever official visit to Mexico, with Salamon and CAM Advisory Board for Latin America Chair Pilar Rahola traveling to Mexico City for three days of meetings and communal events, in coordination with WIZO Mexico.

CAM is planning to hold the fifth annual Latin America-Israel Forum in Mexico in the first half of 2025.

New York City Summit Brings Together Over 300 Social Media Influencers Against Antisemitism

CAM concluded the largest-ever global influencer summit against antisemitism on July 1 at The Glasshouse in New York City.

The two-day event, a joint vision with the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs, brought together more than 300 social media influencers, celebrities, and thought leaders, including New York City Mayor Eric Adams, Bravo Host and Producer Andy Cohen, U.S. Representative Ritchie Torres, among others, to address rising antisemitism and combat misinformation about Israel.

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