Election for the 39th World Zionist Congress
Voting for the Australian Election
The Australian Area Election Committee is the 2025 appointed AU affiliate of the World Zionist Organisation (WZO)
- Slate Intent - 1 June - 14 June 2025
- Final Submissions - Due 21 June 2025
- Election dates: 1 July 2025 - 27 July 2025 (11:59pm AEST)
Voting ends on 27 July at 23:59 pm
ELECTIONS TO THE 39TH WORLD ZIONIST CONGRESS:
The World Zionist Congress is the highest decision-making body of the World Zionist Organization, shaping global Zionist policy and representing Jewish communities worldwide. This election gives Australia’s Jewish community a direct voice in that global conversation.
Key dates:
- Slate Intent - 1 June - 14 June 2025
- Final Submissions - Due 21 June 2025
- Election dates: 1 July 2025 - 27 July 2025 (11:59pm AEST)
Who Can Vote?
Any Jewish person who :
- Is 18 years or older as of 1 July 2025
- Resides permanently in Australia
- Confirm your commitment to the Jerusalem Program
- Has not voted in the Israeli Knesset election (1 November 2022) or the WZC election in any other country.
How to Vote
Voter registrations will open from 1 July until 27 July 2025.
A registration fee of $5 will apply. This is known as a Zionist Shekel.
Vote Online
Provide your details & pay $5 Zionist Shekel.
Pick your preferred slate during the voting period.
Why is there a $5 fee to vote in the WZC election?
The $5 fee is collected by the ZFA to help cover the cost of running a secure, independent, and professionally managed election platform — consistent with international standards used in countries like the United States and United Kingdom. It ensures that the election is credible, transparent, and protected from fraud.
This fee, often referred to as the "Zionist Shekel," has long been part of the WZC election process across the global Zionist movement. It also serves an important integrity function by limiting any single payment method to a maximum of three voters.
Every dollar the ZFA puts into the election is a dollar we can’t use for programs that support Israel engagement, youth leadership, and community advocacy. The $5 contribution helps preserve the integrity of the process while safeguarding our broader communal priorities.
FULFILL YOUR DREAMS
Vote and make your impact on the 39th World Zionist Congress
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