World Zionist Organization

WZO invites Mamdani to NYC Israel Day Parade, consul Akunis fires back

WZO chair Yaakov Hagoel also stated during the interview that he planned on reiterating the invitation in-person if he is able to meet with Mamdani in New York during an upcoming visit. 

 Participants at NYC's Israel Day Parade, May 18, 2025.
World Zionist Organization Chair Yaakov Hagoel and Jewish Agency Chair Doron Almog are seen alongside families of the Sydney terror attack victims during a solidarity visit to Australia, February 10, 2026.

'Mutual responsibility': Israel recognizes Bondi casualties as victims of antisemitism

‘THE WORLD Zionist Organization is an ideal platform to play a unifying role.’ WZO President Rabbi Doron Perez holds a picture of his son Daniel, a tank commander who fell in battle on October 7, and whose body had been abducted into Gaza until finally being returned in a ceasefire deal in October.

Rebranding Zionism, unifying Jews: Rabbi Doron Perez on his plans as WZO president - interview

Rabbi Doron Perez: A journey to rebrand Zionism and honoring his son.

Rabbi Doron Perez: A journey to rebrand Zionism and honoring his son


What do the ultra-Orthodox parties do when they encounter a brick wall? - Opinion

 Dr. Yizhar Hess

World Zionist Organization hosts Jewish People Challenges Conference in Jerusalem

 President Isaac Herzog and Yaakov Hagoel, Chairman of the World Zionist Organization with WZO staff at the Jewish People Challenges Conference.

World Zionist Organization bars candidates opposing a Jewish, democratic Israel

Supporters of the proposal said that the constitutional changes would prevent non-Zionist factions from influencing or controlling WZO budgets and institutions.

 WZO Vice Chairman Dr. Yizhar Hess

Hamas is keeping hostages in Rafah, IDF spokesperson stresses

When asked on the whereabouts of Hamas leader in Gaza Yahya Sinwar, Hagari simply responded: "We will get to him, dead or alive."

 IDF Spokesperson Daniel Hagari seen in the Northern Command, November 28, 2023

The Children of Sally Bein

Education for children with disabilities then and now on the occasion of International Holocaust Remembrance Day.


WZO announces emergency conference for Jewish leadership in wake of October 7th massacre

"We must address the security situation for Jews in the diaspora," WZO Chairman Yaakov Hagoel said.

The World Zionist Organization building in Tel Aviv, overlooking Leonardo da Vinci Street, displayes the Declaration of Independence September 12, 2023

Jews in Israel, Diaspora together will win against antisemitism, Hamas - opinion

I know that with God’s help and with the help of all of us – together we will win!

 Jewish Americans and supporters of Israel gather in solidarity with Israel to protest against antisemitism, in Washington, on November 14, 2023.

70% of Israelis living abroad changed behavior post October 7

Exposure to social media has not only altered perceptions but has led to notable changes in the behavior of Israelis abroad.

 Pro-Israel students take part in a protest in support of Israel amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza, at Columbia University in New York City, US, October 12, 2023.

October 7 survivors to travel and share their stories through the World Zionist Organization

Residents of Gaza Envelope and Re'im Nova party participants recount their heroic stories of survival while trying to recover.

 October 7th Survivors

Zionist Federation heads gather in Israel for critical briefings

Kidnapped Families Forum meet with the President  of Uruguay, Luis Lacalle Pau, his deputy, Beatriz Argimon, and many members of parliament