The way we use language matters. IHRA uses the term "antisemitism" to describe prejudice against Jews. Here is why.
For several weeks, we have been talking about the anti-boycott campaign, Terrorists in Suits. The campaign, launched by the Israeli Ministry of Strategic Affairs, aims to highlight the ties existing between NGOs promoting BDS and Terrorist Organizations.
President of Crif Francis Kalifat reacts after the announcement of the postponement of the vote of the National Assembly for the adoption of the definition of antisemitism of the IHRA. The National Assembly also announced that before being considered, the motion for a resolution would be rewritten.
On June 7, Crif President Francis Kalifat met Swedish Prime Minister Stefan Löfven. A good opportunity to discuss the security situation of Jews in Europe and discuss the project of an international conference against anti-Semitism scheduled for fall 2020.
On Sunday, June 16, Crif attended the annual conference of the Jerusalem Post in New York. Each year, this Conference brings together major players in the fight against anti-Semitism and the delegitimization of Israel across the world. This year, the program was about the global fight against the boycott, the American peace plan and the upcoming Israeli elections.
On June 13, Crif Digital Department met with the WJC (World Jewish Congress - WJC) team. An opportunity to discuss each other's digital strategies and possible partnerships for the coming months.