66 years after its last Vatican visit, New York’s Jewish federation returns to meet Pope Leo XIV

The UJA-Federation of New York recently met with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican, marking the organization's first visit in 66 years. During the meeting, the outgoing CEO expressed gratitude for the Pope's moral leadership in combating antisemitism.

This visit signifies a renewed engagement between the Jewish federation and the Vatican, reflecting ongoing efforts to promote interfaith dialogue and cooperation against antisemitism.