About Us

The EAJC started in 1991-1993 when the Jewish organizations of the collapsed Soviet Union became part of the World Jewish Congress and formed in its framework a Euro-Asian section, which, in addition to the post-Soviet countries, also included small Jewish communities in the countries of Central, Eastern Europe, and Asia. Later on, the section was renamed the Euro-Asian Jewish Congress.

In 2001, Congress entered the new century as an umbrella organization operating independently under the auspices of the WJC. In the first decades of work, under the leadership of Mika Chlenov and the well-known public figure Alexander Mashkevich, the EAJC is gaining strength and influence, implementing dozens of essential projects, uniting and consolidating the Jewish life of the region. During this period, organized Jewish life in the post-Soviet space truly blossomed and took root.

In 2017, businessman and philanthropist Michael Mirilashvili, who stood at the origins of the organization and for many years supported the activities of the Congress as First Vice President, was elected President of the EAJC. A new chapter in the history of the organization begins.

Today the EAJC is one of the leading Jewish forces in the region. The EAJC is directly involved in the Jewish life of the region, represents and defends the interests of the Jewish communities and the State of Israel in the international arena.

Our Principles

EAJC represents Jewish communities of the region in international organizations and diplomatically advocates for the interests of the Jewish population and the Jewish State.

Focus Areas

Community life and historical heritage

Every year we support Jewish communities and organizations in the region. We participate in the strategic spending of the communities, support functioning projects and successful organizations constantly encouraging new initiatives in the Jewish world.

Holocaust Legacy

The EAJC pays special attention to preserving the memory of the Holocaust and supporting former prisoners of the ghettos and concentration camps. The preservation of historical memory, the fight against Holocaust denial, and the inclusion of its history in official educational programs are the key priorities of the EAJC.

Jewish Education and Youth Activity

The EAJC emphasizes the fundamental role of the younger generation in preserving the heritage and developing Jewish life in the Euro-Asian region. Therefore, we support youth creativity and innovative initiatives by promoting the latest approaches to Jewish education.

Fight against anti-semitism

The EAJC encourages state leaders to act against hatred and violence towards the Jewish population through diligent monitoring and appropriate legislation to combat anti-Semitism, historical distortions, Holocaust denial, and the delegitimization of Israel.

Social Justice

Support for those in need is one of the essential priorities of the Euro-Asian Jewish Congress. We are doing everything possible so that people with disabilities, families with low incomes, and those in Jewish communities who need special care can have a decent quality of life and receive comprehensive assistance.

Ties between Israel and Diaspora

The EAJC supports the State of Israel and helps to strengthen its ties with the Jewish Diaspora and the countries of the Euro-Asian region. The Congress has established close relations with the Israeli government and the Knesset, the Israeli embassies in the region's countries, and the representations of the EAJC member countries in the Jewish state. Furthermore, the EAJC regularly calls on Israeli politicians to maintain and develop relations with Diaspora Jewry.

EAJC Partners

EAJC is expanding its influence both locally and internationally, cooperating with the world’s leading Jewish organizations.

Future of Jewish Life in Euro-Asian region