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As the Pacific Northwest Deputy Director of AIPAC, Charlie Kirschner receives the most up-to-date information on current events and political dynamics in the United States and the Middle East. Join Charlie for a very timely discussion of current diplomatic efforts in the Middle East, future threats in the region and how you can get involved in the U.S. political process to shape Israel's future.

About the Speaker

Charles Kirschner As AIPAC’s Pacific Northwest Deputy Director, Charlie Kirschner works with communities from Central California to Alaska, organizing the political and grassroots efforts of pro-Israel activists. His portfolio includes community organizing, strategic planning, Congressional lobbying, fundraising and leadership development.

As a former AIPAC student activist, Charlie has a unique perspective upon grassroots pro-Israel activism. Originally from Los Angeles, he has worked on Congressional campaigns in California and Georgia. He turned his passion for politics into pro-Israel activism after visiting Israel on a Dorot Foundation grant.

Charlie graduated from Emory University in Atlanta with a degree in International Relations and Linguistics, focusing upon the Middle East and South Asia. He's also studied at Tel Aviv University and conducted research on language policy, terrorism and ethnic violence. Charlie has served in a variety of positions within AIPAC, most recently as the South Bay Area Director.