"The London Committee of Deputies of British Jews, which is now known as the Board of Deputies of British Jews, was established in 1760 when seven Deputies were appointed by the elders of the Spanish and Portuguese Congregations to form a standing committee to pay homage to George III on his accession to the throne.
"What began as a small body focused on the capital is now an institution of international standing. At its core remain the founding principles; the Board of Deputies retains the privilege of personal approach to the Sovereign on state occasions (most recently on the occasion of the Golden Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II); it continues an active interest in the lives of fellow Jews abroad; it seeks to protect, to promote and to represent UK Jewry."
British Israel Communications and Research Centre
BICOM's objective is to create "a more supportive environment for Israel in the UK. To achieve this objective BICOM performs the following activities:
* Operating a fully functioning media centre.
* Providing real-time briefings and high quality in-depth research
* Publishing daily and weekly briefings on media coverage of Israel with analysis.
* Organising and delivering visitor programmes for key politicians, academics and journalists.
Jewish Agency for Israel
The Jewish Agency "is a global partnership committed to the Jewish future that stands on a history-making track record. Together with the United Jewish Communities (UJC) in North America, and Keren Hayesod - United Israel Appeal around the world, our partnership has brought 3 million people to Israel; we have built a nation. Not by the daring acts of a few, but by the power of our collective commitment and action. And together, we can meet the challenges of today - and our aspirations for the future."
Jewish National Fund
"Since its founding in 1901, Jewish National Fund has been a vital part of Zionist history, achieving its goal of purchasing the land that would become the State of Israel, helping to develop that land into a thriving nation, and protecting Israel's environment.
"Over the past century, the JNF family has planted over 240 million trees, built over 180 dams and reservoirs, developed over 250,000 acres of land, created more than 1,000 parks throughout Israel and educated students around the world about Israel and the environment. Through the support of donors around the world, the JNF family was able to ensure that Israel was the only nation in the world to end the 20th century with more trees than it had at the beginning. In addition, over the past decade, JNF has increased its water resources to furnish water to more than 1.2 million Israelis.
"As a global environmental leader focusing on Israel, JNF is committed to the United Nations Millenium Developmental Goals of 2015 and its partnerships with Israel’s neighbors, improving the quality of life for all who live in the Middle East."
United Jewish Israel Appeal
Our Mission is to secure the future of the Jewish People. We pursue this mission by mobilising the UK Jewish community's support for:
* the Rescue of Jews in need throughout the world, and their absorption into Israel.
* the Renewal of Jewish life in Britain, and of our partnership with Israel
The Union of Jewish Students
The Union of Jewish Students is the only cross communal body, dedicated to the provision of meaningful Jewish experiences to Jewish students from all denominations and political views, as well as defending the rights of Jewish students on campus. UJS offers a wide range of opportunities in political, educational, cultural and leadership roles, empowering students to take up positions of responsibility, to advantage themselves and those around them.
British WIZO
Our mission is to help support and strengthen families in Israel
Our vision is that secure, fulfilled and useful citizens should emerge from nurturing, self-sufficient and supportive families. As the largest Jewish women's network in Great Britain and Ireland we pursue these goals by involving our members, through education and fundraising, in support of vital social welfare projects in Israel.
Zionist Federation
* Its function is to support, co-ordinate and facilitate the work of all its affiliates nationwide, and to continue its commitment to the Zionist youth movements.
* The Zionist Federation aims to encourage the participation of Jews in Zionist activities including education, culture, Hebrew language and Israel information, underpinned by our belief that the main goal of Zionism is Aliyah.
* The Zionist Federation is an umbrella organisation encompassing most of the Zionist organizations and individuals in the country and, as such, represents the Zionist movement in the United Kingdom.
Zionist Youth Council
To represent the Zionist Youth movements within and without the Jewish community.
To run joint campaigns on issues of common interest and concern.
Anglo-Israel Association
To support educational programmes enabling the people of both countries to deepen their
understanding of each other.
To promote a wider understanding of Israel in the UK.
To foster goodwill between the two countries.
While many of the Jewish organisations in the UK are committed to links with Israel over a variety of fields, only the AIA enjoys broad public and political backing from Jews, non-Jews and political parties alike. This breadth of support gives the Association a distinctive and objective standing. Chairman of the Executive is Sir Andrew Burns KCMG. The Israel Ambassador traditionally serves as Hon. President.
Israeli Business Club London
the IBC, which operates as a members' club, includes more than 200 members, and is growing monthly with the steady flow of new business minded Israelis who want to take advantage of what the club can offer. We work in full co-operation with the Embassy of Israel in London and keep a close relationship with the different Jewish organizations, such as the United Jewish Israel Appeal (UJIA), Spiro Ark, The British Israel Chamber of Commerce (BICC), JNF, etc. Only two similar clubs exist outside Israel, one in L.A. and the other in Geneva.
The IBC activities are held in Hebrew and include lectures on a variety of subjects, inviting politicians, businessman, professors and other professional experts to share their view with the Club members. The IBC also holds a variety of cultural events and take part in helping many Israeli organizations
Mizrachi
Mizrachi connects the community to Israel. Through a range of innovative and educational programmes, we are the UK’s leading framework for religious Zionism. Founded in 1902 our goal is to strengthen Jewish identity and support Israel where it is most needed.
Poale Zion (Workers of Zion) Party
To maintain promote Labour Zionism as the movement for self-determination of the Jewish people within the state of Israel.
To work for democratic socialism in Britain and Israel.
To maintain Jewish identity and to support the rights of Jews everywhere to lead full lives as equal citizens.
To apply Jewish ethical principles to create a society based on social justices and a sustainable environment.
To fight antisemitism, racism and all forms discrimination and racial hatred; to oppose the activities of fascist, racist and anti-Semitic groups.
To promote the importance of Israel in Jewish life and its development on the basis of freedom, social justice and equality for all its citizens.
To work for international peace and cooperation. To support economic and social development for all peoples of the Middle East.
To work with other organisations affiliated to the Labour Party in Britain and co-operate with other European Socialist Parties and members of the Socialist International.
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