AJC San Diego 2023 Year in Review | Page 7

ALLYSHIP

Latino Jewish Coalition kick off ! At this time , allyship is critical , and for more than a century , AJC has cultivated interfaith and intergroup relationships across the globe . The Latino Jewish Coalition in San Diego is a cornerstone of cross-community dialogue , cultivating mutual understanding , collaboration , and enduring friendships between Latino and Jewish communities . We are thrilled to announce the coalition ’ s reactivation under the leadership of AJC San Diego . Together , we will stand against all forms of hatred .

52 % OF LATINOS , AGES 18-40 , PERCEIVE THAT JEWS ARE FACING THE LEAST AMOUNT OF DISCRIMINATION OF ANY MINORITY . ALLYSHIP IS THEREFORE MORE CRITICAL THAN EVER .

– AJC Study of U . S . Latino Millennial and GenZ Leaders ’ Attitudes
In this critical moment , our solidarity and commitment to inclusivity and celebration of diversity are paramount . Through empathy and understanding , we can build bridges and stand together in forging a brighter future in our region .

TAD SETH PARZEN

CEO AND PRESIDENT OF THE BURNHAM CENTER FOR COMMUNITY ADVANCEMENT AND CHAIR OF THE SAN DIEGO LATINO JEWISH COALITION