About the Simon Wiesenthal Center

A global human rights organization confronting antisemitism, hate, and terrorism, promoting human rights and dignity, standing with Israel, and defending the safety of Jews worldwide.

Our Mission

The Simon Wiesenthal Center is one of the largest international Jewish human rights organizations with over 400,000 member families in the United States. It is an NGO at international agencies including the United Nations, UNESCO, the OSCE, the OAS, the Council of Europe and the ITU.

Named after famed Nazi hunter Simon Wiesenthal, the Center confronts antisemitism, hate and terrorism, promotes human rights and dignity, stands with Israel, defends the safety of Jews worldwide, and teaches the lessons of the Holocaust for future generations.

Our Work

The Simon Wiesenthal Center operates across multiple areas of advocacy, education, and social action.
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