“As Jewish communities across the world were preparing for the festival of Shavuot, we received the devastating news that a march in Colorado to highlight the plight of those held hostage in Gaza was attacked by a terrorist shouting “Free Palestine” and throwing Molotov cocktails. Twelve people were injured leaving...
The JRC hosted the Jewish Community Awards sponsored by Beaverbrooks the Jewellers on Thursday 29th May. The event was designed to highlight the immense contribution of communal charities, their staff, charities, volunteers and trustees across Greater Manchester and region. Ion total, around 200 nominations were received for the following Awards:...
The JRC was pleased to facilitate a constructive meeting with the Chief Superintendent of Bury Police, Kirsty Oliver, Hatzola and the Community Security Trust (CST). The discussion focused on thanking GMP for their support and discussing important issues on our agenda, along with enhancing cooperation and strengthening relationships between our...
Thank you to the Leader and chief Executive of Trafford Council for their leadership and support. Both Tom and Sara’s commitment to ensuring our community continues to thrive makes a huge difference to Jewish people living across the Borough. We value our partnership and look forward to maintaining our excellent...
We attended the Conference in London with 150 people working in our community. It was a privilege to spend time with so many inspirational colleagues and charities hearing about their invaluable work and it was fascinating to attend a number of interesting sessions and hear the thoughts of Charities Commission...
“The Greater Manchester Jewish community is devastated by the murder of Sarah Lynn Milgrim and Yaron Lischinsky. Jewish communities around the world continue to face record levels of antisemitism. A byproduct of this appalling hatred has led to extremists being emboldened and Jewish people yet again being targeted in a...
We are grateful to Christian Wakeford MP and Bury Council for their swift and unequivocal condemnation of last week’s antisemitic Palestine Action attack on our community. We are continuing to call on the Government to take urgent action against these domestic terrorists who are using the Middle East conflict as...
Our CEO, Marc Levy was honoured to represent the JRC at the Buckingham Palace Garden Party. He was proud to speak with individuals from across the country, whilst recognising the vital work we do supporting and advocating for the Jewish community in Greater Manchester and beyond. wetransfer_image00001-jpeg_2025-05-21_0942
Thank you; to Schools Minister, Catherine McKinnell MP, Shadow Equalities Minister, Saqib Bhatti MP, Independent Advisor to Government on Antisemitism, Lord Mann, Chief Executive of the Antisemitism Policy Trust, Danny Stone MBE, Rabbi Dovid Lewis and Vice Chancellor of the University of Salford, Professor Nic Beech for speaking at our...
Management Board member, Andrea Cohen represented the Jewish community and the JRC at the Lord Mayor’s induction at Manchester Cathedral. Maintaining positive relationships with civic leaders and elected representatives remains a key priority for the JRC. In addition to formally sending our best wishes to the Lord Mayor ahead of...