The Stakes For Progressive Jews Have Never Been Greater
The election for the 39th World Zionist Congress is approaching. This pivotal event will have profound implications for the future, as it determines the allocation of more than $1 billion in funding for Israel and Jewish communities worldwide. It will also play a central role in shaping the direction and policies of key Zionist institutions for the coming years.
This year’s election carries added significance as it marks the first Congress vote since the global COVID-19 pandemic, a period of internal political turbulence within Israel, and the horrific Hamas-led terrorist attacks in southern Israel on October 7, 2023. Against this backdrop of unprecedented challenges, the election has become more than a routine exercise—it is being widely viewed as a referendum on the Israeli government’s leadership and the broader stewardship of Jewish organizational institutions globally.
At this critical juncture, the voice of Progressive Jews must be heard loud and clear. Our collective future depends on it. The upcoming World Zionist Congress election offers a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact, ensuring that our values—centered on pluralism, democracy, and social justice—are represented in decisions affecting Israel and the Jewish people worldwide.
We call upon all Progressive Jews in Australia to actively participate in this important election, which will take place between July 1 and July 27. Now more than ever, it is essential that we stand united in the belief that every Jew has both the right and the responsibility to shape the future of Israel and our global Jewish community.
Vote for progress. Vote for the future. Vote for the soul of Israel.