Who We Are

A global alliance at the intersection of culture, innovation, and advocacy that is rooted in shared values and building a shared future.

Why This Alliance. Why Now.

We are living in a moment where silence is no longer neutral.

Anti-Jewish and anti-Indian bigotry is rising worldwide — amplified by misinformation, polarization, and the erosion of democratic values. Communities that have long contributed to global progress are increasingly exposed to distorted narratives and growing hostility. At the same time, both communities share something rare: a global presence, a deep commitment to education and community, and a proven ability to build and lead across borders.

The window to act is now.
This is not just about connection — it is about standing together with purpose.

Strategic solidarity means:

Recognizing shared challenges in a global context

Building alliances that go beyond culture into action and influence

Strengthening communities through collaboration, not isolation

By connecting Jewish and Indian communities worldwide, we create a collective voice capable of:

Countering intolerance and extremism

Supporting democratic values and open societies

Shaping global narratives through shared leadership

What We Stand For

Strategic Solidarity

Recognizing shared challenges and building alliances that go beyond culture into action and influence.

Innovation & Leadership

Recognizing shared challenges and building alliances that go beyond culture into action and influence.

Intercultural Understanding

Advocating for mutual respect, unity, and the democratic values that allow all communities to thrive.

The Next Generation

Advocating for mutual respect, unity, and the democratic values that allow all communities to thrive.

“This initiative creates a space for meaningful connection across cultures.”

Diaspora is not exile. It is not fragmentation. It is not loss.

Diaspora is a living global identity— a network of Jewish and Indian communities across the world who remain deeply connected to their heritage, values, and purpose.

It is identity that travels. Values that adapt without breaking. Roots that grow in more than one soil.

For Jewish and Indian communities, diaspora is a discipline:

The discipline of remembering. The discipline of building. The discipline of choosing belonging—again and again.

It is what allows diaspora communities to thrive in global cities — New York, London, Mumbai, Tel Aviv, Los Angeles—while sustaining culture, tradition, and shared meaning.

It is how global Jewish and Indian networks contribute to innovation, entrepreneurship, education, culture, and leadership worldwide.

And it is here — precisely in our differences—where something powerful emerges.

We do not need to be the same to build together. We choose to respect cultural diversity, religious identity, and historical experience, while committing to a shared future.
A better future for our communities; built through local engagement and a global perspective.
A future where diaspora becomes:

A platform for intercultural collaboration
A driver of innovation and AI partnerships
A foundation for education, youth leadership, and social impact
A bridge between Jewish and Indian communities worldwide

And today, diaspora asks something more of us:
Not just to exist in parallel, but to connect across cultures. Not just to preserve, but to build strategic global partnerships. Not just to inherit, but to actively shape the future of our communities.
Because diaspora is not only our past.

It is our responsibility.

It is our global network.

It is our shared future.

The People Behind This Mission

The Jewish & Indian Alliance was founded by international Jewish leaders, who are known for their impactful work, and who believe deeply in the power of connection, collaboration, supportiveness and ingenuity while bringing leaders together to partner in common cause.

Deborah Apeloig

Deborah Apeloig grew up in the Venezuelan Jewish Community. In 2022 she Founded Tikun Talks, a communications and consulting platform with the mission to repair the world, one conversation at a time. As a granddaughter of Holocaust Survivors, Deborah created Tikun Talks out of a deep sense of purpose to prevent antisemitism by sharing the light and wisdom of Judaism
Shiran Mlamdovsky

Shiran Mlamdovsky Somech, award-winning entrepreneur and founder of Generative AI for Good, leverages GenAI for social impact, addressing issues from domestic violence to Holocaust memory. Her work, showcased at the UN, NATO, IHRA, and March of the Living, now focuses on countering hate and extremism post Oct 7.
Yuval David

Yuval David is an Emmy Award–winning journalist, filmmaker, and actor, and an internationally recognized advocate for Jewish, American, Israeli, human rights, civil rights, democratic values, and LGBT causes. A leader across global Jewish communities, working in media, entertainment, and government affairs, advising organizations and collaborating with political and diplomatic leaders worldwide. He is a World Zionist Congress delegate, Voice of the People council member, and Middle East Forum fellow. With more than 100 international film festival awards, he is a global news commentator featured across leading broadcast networks and international publications, and host of “Common Ground.”
Rabbi Shari Dollinger

Rabbi Shari Dollinger serves as the Co-Executive Director of Christians United for Israel (CUFI). Prior to CUFI, Shari worked at the Embassy of Israel in Washington and AIPAC. In 2021, Shari was named by the Jerusalem Post as one of the 50 Most Influential Jews and Algemeiner named her as one of 100 individuals with the greatest positive influence on Jewish life.
Shmuel Hoffman

Shmuel Hoffman and his wife Margelit founded a film production firm and produced hundreds of short and commercial films, including documentary films for The Museum of Tolerance Jerusalem, The Zekelman Holocaust Center and Harvard University. They work with brands including Lexus, Simon & Schuster, MTV and Disney, and have won numerous awards.
Rabbi Erez Sherman

Rabbi Erez Sherman oversees the Sinai Temple Israel Center, as well as directs the David and Angella Nazarian Youth Fellowship, empowering the next generation of Jewish leaders. Named 5 top Visionary for Israel by The Jerusalem Post, Rabbi Sherman is also the host of Rabbi On The Sidelines, a podcast exploring the intersection of sports and faith.
Dr. Efrat Sopher

Dr. Efrat Shaoulian-Sopher serves as Chair of the Board of Advisors at the Ezri Center for Iran and Gulf States Research. Efrat is an advisor on foreign policy in the Middle East to governments and organisations, and has specialised in Iranian and Gulf affairs, founding Ezri Strategic Consultancy Ltd. Efrat heads the WJC International Task Force on Iran and Islamist Extremism.
Shoshana Turkia

Shoshana Turkia Tronllan is a multicultural leader and therapist with over 15 years of experience in strategic planning, community building, and intercultural communication. As Level III Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, she combine evidence-based therapeutic techniques with a deep commitment to fostering resilience and transformation within communities.