This past Wednesday, June 4, Jewish Federation of Greater Charlotte joined with over 30 Jewish leaders, advocates, and professionals from across the state for the second annual North Carolina Jewish Day of Advocacy. Held in Raleigh at the General Assembly, the event brought together delegations from Jewish communities across the state, including partners from ADL, AJC, Jewish Federation of Greater Raleigh, Durham’s Jewish For Good, Greensboro Jewish Federation, and the Greenspon Holocaust Center, to engage directly with lawmakers and elevate the needs and concerns of Jewish North Carolinians.

A powerful highlight of the day was the unanimous passage of House Resolution 1013, introduced by Representative Grant Campbell of Cabarrus County. This resolution acknowledges the alarming increase in antisemitic attacks, expresses strong support for Jewish Americans, and urges Congress to criminalize antisemitic acts and bring justice to those kidnapped by Hamas during the October 7 attacks. We are deeply grateful to Rep. Campbell for introducing and championing this important resolution, and for helping ensure that our voices were heard in the chambers of state leadership.

Our greater Charlotte delegation showed up as proud Jewish North Carolinians — residents, parents, voters, and deeply invested members of this state. Throughout the day, they met with lawmakers from Mecklenburg County and beyond, ensuring that the concerns and priorities of our region’s Jewish community were represented with strength and clarity.

These meetings focused on the urgent need for action around safety, security, and solidarity—reminding elected officials that antisemitism is not a partisan issue, but a threat to the wellbeing of all North Carolinians. As antisemitism continues to rise, particularly in K–12 schools, and Jewish institutions face growing security threats, this day was about more than conversation. It was a call for meaningful partnership: in protecting students, supporting communal safety, and recognizing the critical role our organizations play in emergency response and resilience efforts.

Thanks to the work of Jewish Federation of Greater Charlotte’s Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC), we are not only showing up—we are shaping the conversation. Together with our statewide partners, we remain committed to standing up, speaking out, and working toward a stronger, more inclusive North Carolina for all.

Main photo caption: Part of the Charlotte delegation with Rep. Grant Campbell and Harry Kaplan