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StandWithUs UK hosts Rabbi Leo Dee

StandWithUs UK hosted Rabbi Leo Dee with other communal and student leaders in a gathering of solidarity and unity on Monday evening.

Represented at the gathering were leaders from the Board of Deputies, UJIA, the S&P Sephardi Community, Israel Bonds and other key communal groups.

Edwin Shuker, vice president of the Board of Deputies said: “Rabbi Leo Dee combines a unique blend of spirituality with pragmatism. He has managed to turn a personal tragedy into inspiration and grief into hope”.

Pic: StandWithUs

In his address, Rabbi Dee encouraged leaders in the community to go out and educate their communities and supporters on Israel, as well as to support as much as we can the ability for young people to create and share educational content with their circles. He emphasised how important it was for each organisations to frame the war as one of ‘good versus evil’.

Isaac Zarfati, executive director for StandWithUs UK, said: “Rabbi Leo Dee is an inspirational figure. His personal story encapsulates the struggle of the Jewish people in their homeland. The optimism and wisdom that emanate from him strengthen all of us in the righteous struggle we are currently engaged in.”

This event was part of StandWithUs UK’s efforts to engage with the community, providing them with the necessary support during these critical times.