Statements On the Bondi Beach Attack

This is a collection of statements put out in December 2025 by Jewish Social Justice Roundtable organizations. This list will be updated frequently as new statements become public.

American Jewish World Service says, “May the memory of those brutally taken today remind us – urgently and painfully – why this work matters, and why we must keep building a better future.”

Avodah states, “We stand in profound sorrow and solidarity with Sydney’s Jewish community.”

Bend the Arc says, “We must continue to confront antisemitism with action.”

Central Conference of American Rabbis (CCAR) states, “As we light the first candles of Chanukah, we hold these members of our Jewish family in our hearts.”

HIAS says, “May the memories of those killed be a blessing, and may we all someday build and inhabit a safer world.”

Jewish Council for Public Affairs (JCPA) states, “Together, we must work to build a world in which Jews and all people can celebrate their faith and their identities without fear of violence.”

Jews For Racial & Economic Justice (JFREJ) says, “No one should be afraid to light a Chanukiah.”

Jewtina y Co. states, “May we grow brighter together each night, even when the world feels dark.”

Keshet says, “We must look to the courage of those who took action to save lives as inspiration to take care of and protect each other from the hatred that led to this tragedy.⁠”

National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) states, “No one should have to fear for their life while practicing their Judaism.”

New York Jewish Agenda (NYJA) says, “Our entire community will hold the victims in our hearts tonight as we enter Hanukkah, a celebration of the resilience of the Jewish people.”

T’ruah states, “We must stand together to oppose antisemitism and all forms of bigotry.”

The Union for Reform Judaism (URJ) says, “Our Jewish community will not go into hiding. We are proud Jews and will remain so even as we make the security of our Jewish community a primary obligation.”