Israeli American Council

Israeli-American Council joins major Jewish group coalition Conference of Presidents

The Israeli-American community and advocacy group joins 48 other longstanding Jewish civil society, political, and religious organizations under the COP umbrella.

 AN AUDIENCE MEMBER waves Israeli and American flags at the Israeli-American Council National Summit in Hollywood, Florida.
 US envoy Brett McGurk in Bayan, Kuwait February 13, 2018

Brett McGurk at IAC: White House disagrees war with Lebanon is best way to return Israelis home

 Republican presidential nominee and former U.S. President Donald Trump speaks during a "Fighting Anti-Semitism in America Event" with Dr. Miriam Adelson and Jewish leaders in Washington, US, September 19, 2024.

Key moments and highlights from the Israeli-American Council Summit 2024

 AN AUDIENCE MEMBER waves Israeli and American flags at the Israeli-American Council National Summit in Hollywood, Florida.

Israeli-American Council summit attendees, Michael Oren, Esther Panitch, anticipate Trump’s speech


Eyes of the Jewish world on Harris and Walz as DNC unfolds - editorial

As the DNC begins, Harris and Walz must affirm their commitment to Israel while addressing the growing divide within the party over the Israel-Hamas conflict.

 U.S. Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris and her newly chosen vice presidential running mate Minnesota Governor Tim Walz hold a campaign rally in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S., August 6, 2024.

Shoham Nicolet steps down as CEO of Israeli-American Council

The IAC is conducting a nationwide search to identify a suitable leader who is not only passionate about the organization's mission but also its future.

 Shoham Nicolet - IAC co-founder & CEO

Over 40% of Israeli Americans don’t plan on returning to Israel - survey

IAC CEO Shoham Nicolet: "If these Israelis have decided to stay in the US, it means that they have to look at their children's future and plan accordingly."

 IAC Rally in New York to show solidarity with Israel during Guardian of the Walls Operation May 2021.

Historic resolution honoring Israeli Americans introduced in Senate

The resolution recognizes the many contributions of Israeli-Americans to American life and honors Israeli-American culture and heritage.

 AN AUDIENCE MEMBER waves Israeli and American flags at the Israeli-American Council National Summit in Hollywood, Florida.

2023 IAC National Summit to be held next January in Austin, Texas

Over 3,000 Israeli-Americans, Jewish Americans, and Israelis are expected to attend the conference, to be held from January 19-21 at the Fairmount Austin.

 AN AUDIENCE MEMBER waves Israeli and American flags at the Israeli-American Council National Summit in Hollywood, Florida.

Israeli-American Council to announce winners of youth environmental challenge

In partnership with Israel’s UN Mission, hundreds of American students made pitches.

 AN AUDIENCE MEMBER waves Israeli and American flags at the Israeli-American Council National Summit in Hollywood, Florida.

Gantz at IAC: Israel is the only country in the world that Iran seeks to destroy

Speaking at the Israeli-American Council, Defense Minister Benny Gantz stressed the shared Israeli-US urgency when it comes to the Iran issue.

 Defense Minister Benny Gantz at the Israeli American Council, December 10, 2021

For Americans, fighting for Israel is an uphill battle

Through grassroots efforts, IAC reaches out to community lay leaders so those who support Israel can have a safe space in the classroom, boardroom and beyond.

 Pro-Israel advocates gather in Los Angeles at an IAC-organized rally in May which was part of the organization’s nationwide campaign supporting Israel.

Pro-Israel rallies to gather across US denouncing antisemitism

The Israeli-American Council and dozens of Jewish organizations will hold a rally in New York in support of Israel and additional rallies are planned for multiple cities across America.

Rally in New York to show solidarity with Israel, May 12, 2021

19 cities across the US rally in favor of Israel amid escalations

"We need to be there for Israel, and for our brothers and sisters, who are under brutal attack by terror organizations."

Rally in New York to show solidarity with Israel, May 12, 2021

Israeli-Americans, US Jews, celebrate Israeli Independence Day

The US-wide event featured Israeli food trucks, children's activities, chalk art murals, DJs, car parades and numerous other attractions.

A man dressed as Theodor Herzl reinacts his famous pose in New York City's Times Square