We are disappointed that the Morecambe Fringe have decided to show a film which promotes antisemitic conspiracy theories. This undoubtedly has the potential to incite against Jewish people across the region. This is despite venues across the country taking decisive action to recognise the issues and decline hosting the film....
The JLC organised a Summit in Leeds between the Leeds Jewish Community and the Jewish Representative Council of Greater Manchester & Region. It was a fantastic opportunity to discuss strategic plans, future collaboration and advance the work undertaken across the North on behalf of our communities. Thank you to Leeds...
It was a pleasure to join the Shadow Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, Lucy Powell MP as she visited the Manchester Jewish Museum. Thank you to Chief Executive, Gareth Redston for the fascinating tour and the discussion focusing on the award winning success of the Museum...
Our Chair, Mark Adlestone OBE DL attended Manchester Cathedral and read the multifaith prayer at a ceremony to commemorate Srebrenica Memorial Day. Thank you for once again choreographing a poignant and moving commemoration to remember those murdered during the Srebrenica Genocide.
Our Chief Executive and Vice Chair had an excellent catch-up meeting with Mary Robinson MP. We thanked Mary for her long-standing support to the community in her Cheadle constituency and across the country. We also focused on current local and national issues of importance.
We have worked closely with Lord John Mann across Greater Manchester during the commissioning of his report into antisemitism in Higher Education. This morning, we joined an excellent discussion between Lord Mann and senior members of staff and the Students Union. We focused on the good practice guidelines in ensuring...
The JRC and wider community regularly refernce how blessed we are to house incredible organisations. It was therefore a pleasure to join the Chief Rabbi for his visits to Aim Habonim and The Fed, whilst also attending The Friendship Circle Manchester Speaking Out Forum. Our first visit was to Aim...
The JRC is committed to the professional development of our communal staff and trustees. Earlier today, we held the second Jewish Communities Professionals Conference. It was terrific to be joined by over 50 members of staff from a number of organisations from across our whole community. Workshops were delivered on:-...
Our Chief Executive, Marc Levy joined Jewish professionals from across Europe at the Yesod Senior Leadership Conference in Paris. Excellent sessions and discussions were held on leadership, demography, Jewish teachings, challenges and successes in Jewish communities across the continent. This included a fascinating conversation led by Dr Jonathan Boyd from...
