Recommendations: Implementing the IHRA Definition of Antisemitism for NGO Funding
In NGO Monitor’s assessment, the IHRA definition can help address the challenges posed by deeply ingrained NGO antisemitism.
Antisemitism
Many NGOs with human rights and humanitarian agendas cross the line to antisemitism in the context of the Arab-Israeli conflict. They use antisemitic themes and imagery to demonize the Jewish people and State of Israel.
From the “River to the Sea”: B’Tselem’s Demonization Crosses the Line
On January 12, 2021, the Israeli NGO B’Tselem launched a high-visibility international campaign, under the headline, “A regime of Jewish supremacy from the Jordan River to the Mediterranean Sea: This is apartheid,” escalating its political and ideological condemnations that go far beyond criticism of policies.
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DCI-P’s New Board: Celebrating Terrorists
On June 21, 2020, the Palestinian NGO Network (PNGO) reported that Defense for Children International-Palestine (DCI-P) had elected a new board. Individuals who celebrated convicted terrorists, posted violent images, and made antisemitic statements were appointed, including to the important position of treasurer
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Gaza and Corona: The NGO Preemptive Blood Libel Campaign
The COVID-19 global pandemic has become another opportunity for non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to demonize Israel over its Gaza policy.
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Analysis of the 2018 UK FCO Human Rights and Democracy Report
NGO Monitor examines the claims in the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) annual report on activity “to defend human rights and promote democracy worldwide” in 2018.
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Canadian Funding to BDS-Promoting Organizations
Promotion of BDS by UCC, KAIROS Canada, and Wi’am is inconsistent with Canadian policy.
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Amnesty International’s Antisemitic Campaign against Jewish Tourism
In January 2019, Amnesty International published a report on "The Tourism Industry and Israeli Settlements" that denies Jewish connections to historical sites – including in the Old City of Jerusalem – and in essence faults Israel for preserving Jewish historical and cultural heritage, as well as places that are holy to Christians.
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Amnesty International’s Antisemitic Campaign: Background and Information
Amnesty International will conduct a series of intense campaigns targeting Airbnb, Booking.com, Expedia, and Trip Advisor. Amnesty will also deny Jewish historic connections to biblical sites, including in Jerusalem – reminiscent of antisemitic UNESCO resolutions.
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EAPPI: The World Council of Churches’ Training Camp for Anti-Israel Advocacy
Founded in 2002, Ecumenical Accompaniment Programme in Palestine and Israel (EAPPI) is the Geneva-based World Council of Churches’ (WCC) “flagship project” on the Arab-Israeli conflict. Despite marketing itself as a human rights and protection program, EAPPI places significant emphasis on political advocacy before, during, and after the trip.
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Report from on the Ground: 38th Session UN Human Rights Council
The 38th Session of the UN Human Rights Council (June 18 – July 6, 2018) continued the bias and hypocrisy that has come to define the UN in general and the UNHRC in particular. NGO Monitor staff was present, speaking before the Council and documenting the numerous false accusations from member states and NGOs.