Solidarity. Commitment.
JEWLIF highlights Jewish perspectives and strengthens civic engagement. We promote dialogue and networking, and work together to foster a democratic society.
FAQ
What are the goals of JEWLIF?
JEWLIF emerged from the successful anniversary year #2021JLID – 1,700 Years of Jewish Life in Germany. The newly founded association Jewish Life in Europe – JEWLIF continues the work of strengthening Jewish life and Jewish culture at the European level.
Who is JEWLIF for?
JEWLIF has a broad societal focus and is aimed at the general public. Our mission is to promote and strengthen diverse Jewish perspectives and to combat antisemitism and disinformation. We focus on raising awareness of and highlighting the realities of Jewish life.
Who funds JEWLIF?
JEWLIF receives institutional funding from the Federal Ministry of the Interior pursuant to a resolution of the German Bundestag.
How can I join or support you?
JEWLIF welcomes your involvement in many different ways—whether through membership or donations to our Friends of JEWLIF, volunteer work, or project collaborations. Or you can apply for a job with us. You can find current job openings on our Careers page.
Click here to visit the website of our Friends of JEWLIF: https://jewlif-support.org/
“In Germany, during the commemorative year ‘1,700 Years of Jewish Life,’ we saw that there is great interest in the history and present-day reality of Jewish life. Judaism is just as deeply rooted in European culture. With this initiative, we want to ensure that this knowledge is shared as widely as possible.”
“Jewish life is an important part of Europe’s past and present. Unfortunately, anti-Semitism and conspiracy theories are still a reality throughout Europe today. Through our organization, we want to help ensure that Jewish life in Europe has a future and that anti-Semitism is finally a thing of the past.”
“Promoting Jewish life and combating antisemitism is, for me, a Christian duty. That is why I am happy to support the Association for Jewish Life in Europe.”
“I am delighted that the important work of this anniversary year will continue with the founding of the association ‘Jewish Life in Europe.’ I am honored to be able to join the association as a founding member, and this is also an expression of my deep-seated solidarity. We are committed to standing up against antisemitism and supporting Jewish life with determination and by joining forces.”
“Cologne is home to the oldest documented Jewish community in Central and Northern Europe. The centennial celebration marking 1,700 years of Jewish life in Germany has impressively demonstrated and allowed us to experience how Jewish life in Cologne remains vibrant and continues to shape the city to this day. I am therefore very pleased that the new association will also operate from Cologne—right in the heart of Europe—and serve as a strong voice for Jews in Europe.”
“Jewish life in Germany is very often associated with its darkest chapters—the Holocaust or contemporary antisemitism. It is important to address these issues, because Jewish life must continue to be safe in Europe. But the history of Judaism in Germany and Europe is longer, more diverse, and more multifaceted. And I hope that, through this organization, we can make this diversity the norm.”
