World Zionist Organization

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

JEWISH WORLD AFFAIRS: Rabbi Doron Perez, in his role as WZO president, aims to unify Jews and rebrand Zionism as a force for good

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

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

KKL-JNF building in Jerusalem

When votes no longer matter: Why Eyal Ostrinsky must not be entrusted with KKL - opinion

People hold signs that read, "Antizionism is Bondi Beach, Anti-zionism is Jew Hate" and "Antizionism gets Jews killed" during a vigil outside the Australian Consulate on December 14, 2025 in New York City following the mass shooting at Bondi Beach, Sydney.

'Heartbroken by barbaric terror attack': Jewish orgs. worldwide react to Bondi Beach mass shooting


Grapevine February 2, 2025: Honoring heroes

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

 MIRIAM PERETZ and Oz Haim

Global antisemitism surged 340% from 2022 to 2024, new report finds

In all surveyed countries, there appears to have been a collective surge in the number of antisemitic incidents relating to anti-Israel and anti-Zionist narratives.

 CEO of The Jewish Agency, Yehuda Setton; Chair of The Jewish Agency’s Fund for the Victims of Terror, Ayelet Nahmias-Verbin; and Chairman of The Jewish Agency, Maj. Gen. (res.) Doron Almog; present the report to First Lady Michal Herzog (second from left).

A tale of two Knessets: unity or chaos? - opinion

True leadership doesn’t shy away from difficult conversations or avoid painful realities.

 Einav Zangauker, mother of Gaza Hostage Matan Zangauker, and protesters mark Matan's 25th birthday and his second birthday in Hamas captivity, December 18, 2024.

Heroism and Heroes: 2025 Hebrew Children’s Theater Festival to take place in London this month

Over 80 performances are planned during the festival, highlighting stories of courage and resilience, inspired by extraordinary tales that have resonated deeply since the war began.

 AVRAHAM AUERBACH and Ben Zabludowski.

‘Hero of Israeli Society’: CAM CEO Sacha Roytman recognized for post Oct. 7 work

Roytman, along with Druze-Israeli activist Lorena Khateeb, won the “Public Diplomacy and the Struggle for Israel” category of the award.

 Sacha Roytman, the CEO of Combat Antisemitism Movement, at the annual Zionist Council in Israel’s “Heroes of Israeli Society” award ceremony.

Jewish Diaspora’s resilience and unity shine in WZO Chairman Yaakov Hagoel Miami Summit address

Yaakov Hagoel at Miami Summit: 'The Jewish diaspora mobilized in an extraordinary way in support of Israel.'

World Zionist Organization Chairman Yaakov Hagoel recieved a special award during Miami Summit.

American Conservative rabbi honored with pathway dedication in Herzliya

The event concluded with the unveiling of the street sign bearing Davidowitz's name, a reminder of his enduring contributions to Jewish and Israeli heritage.

 Dr. Yizhar Hess at the dedication of a pathway honoring Rabbi Dr. Shalom Zvi (Harry) Davidowitz in Herzliya, December 11, 2024.

Bulgarian prosecutor affirms 'zero-tolerance' policy towards antisemitism

The WZO members said they appreciated "the proactive role and consistent efforts of the Bulgarian Prosecutor's Office in combating hate crimes."

 Acting Bulgarian Prosecutor General Borislav Sarafov, Yaakov Hagoel - Chairman of the World Zionist Organization and Gusti Yehoshua Braverman - Head of the Department for Organization and Connection with Israelis Abroad at the World Zionist Organization in Sofia, 29 November 2024

At Jerusalem prize ceremony, Daniel Andrews demands accountability for antisemitism

Recipient of Jerusalem Prize, Former Victorian premier Andrews: “If people won’t speak out against antisemitism - defund them.”

 ZFA President Jeremy Leibler, WZO representative Gusti Yehoshua Braverman, former Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews and Zionism Victoria President Yossi Goldfarb.

Haredi-led festival rejects IDF soldiers, ministry pulls support

The festival, known as the Simchas Beis Hashoeva, is hosted by the Eretz HaKodesh faction within the World Zionist Organization and is being promoted as an event for "yeshiva scholars from abroad."

 An IDF soldier is seen wearing a Jewish tzitzit while carrying a weapon in Jerusalem, May 13, 2024