Organisation · Berkeley, United States

Jewish Voice for Peace

“Join the world’s largest Jewish organization supporting Palestine.” Jewish Voice for Peace (JVP) is a U.S.-based Jewish advocacy and education organization founded in 1996. It is a national network of chapters, members, and partner groups working on issues related to justice, equality, and human rights in the context of Israel and Palestine. JVP includes a Rabbinic Council, youth wing, Artist Council, and Academic Advisory Council, and engages in cultural, educational, and community‑based programming. JVP publicly identifies as an anti‑Zionist organization and has taken clear positions opposing Israeli occupation and supporting Palestinian rights. It is widely recognized for its role in U.S. Jewish dissent, its participation in the Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) movement, and its organizing of large‑scale public actions and campaigns.

Roles and disciplines

Organiser, Activist, Educator

Focus areas

  • Anti-Zionism
  • BDS
  • Palestinian Solidarity
  • Direct Action
  • Education
  • Media
  • Israeli State Violence
  • Human Rights

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