Americans Against Antisemitism on Wednesday announced the creation of a women's committee within its framework that will focus on engaging and empowering millennials all across America.
Adv. Inna Vernikov has been appointed as the chairwoman of the newly formed committee and Mazal Barton will serve as vice chair.
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Americans Against Antisemitism was established by former New York State Assemblyman Dov Hikind "to bring together a broad cross-section of Americans who are prepared to combat growing anti-Semitism when and where it's needed most," the organization's mission statement says, adding that "AAA is working with a host of major organizations, government officials and agencies, as well as grassroots activists towards these simple, but crucial goal."
@AmericansAA Launches Millennial-Focused Women's Committee!
We are pleased to announce the creation of a #Womens Committee within Americans Against Antisemitism focused on engaging and empowering #millennials all across America to fight #Antisemitism! @MillennialMagz pic.twitter.com/n3agKtbJ7c
— Americans Against Antisemitism (@AmericansAA) February 4, 2020
Announcing the new forum, National Director Bryan E. Leib said, "We are extremely excited to launch our WCAAA. I can think of no one better than Inna Vernikov to spearhead our new initiative to inspire and empower millennial females from around the country to fight back against anti-Semitism."
Vernikov remarked, "I'm incredibly grateful to have been appointed chairperson of the Women's Committee for AAA. Together with my group of loud and proud female voices, I am confident that we will change the climate of antisemitism that has infested our country. The fight against antisemitism is a global concern and we hope to reach hearts and minds of not just Jewish Americans, but all Americans."
The Women's Committee for Americans Against Antisemitism was created to counter the rising tide of anti-Semitic hatred engulfing the US, the group added, saying that the WCAAA's core mission is to empower female voices from every race, religion and nationality to organize, act, and speak with a unified voice against anti-Semitism.
"Through our vibrant community and resolute female leadership, WCAAA will combat antisemitism by building bridges, educating the general public, fostering meaningful relationships with minority communities and through grassroots civic engagement.
"The committee will meet on a monthly basis and has pledged to hold 6 community events in 2020. In addition, the following committees were created and assigned lay leaders: Social Media, Community Engagement, Fundraising and Events," the organization's statement said.
