An annual report on global antisemitism has found that British Jews are among the most fearful of bigotry, with more than 80 per cent afraid to openly display their identity.
The 2025 Jewish Landscape Report, compiled by World Zionist Organisation-backed Voice of the People initiative, found that 81 per cent of British Jews felt the need to conceal their Judaism in public.
The survey, which took responses from a sample of 10,000 Jews across the world, also recorded that 76 per cent of the global community identified antisemitism as their most pressing concern.
This ranked ahead of tensions over Israel on 56 per cent, internal divisions at 49 per cent and cultural preservation at 46 per cent.
In particular, young people reported the most anxiety, with over 80 per cent of Gen Z and millennial Jews ranking antisemitism at the top of their list.
Shirel Dagan-Levy, CEO of Voice of the People, called the findings a “global Jewish reality check”.
“The findings reflect a community that is hurting but also more united than ever in its desire to stand tall, protect its heritage, and shape a stronger, safer future," she added.
The survey will form the basis for a new Global Jewish Council – a 150-member representative organisation intended to develop a comprehensive strategy for combatting antisemitism across national communities. It will consist of delegates from Israel and North America, among others.
Neta Danciger, chief marketing officer for the initiative, said: “This is a defining moment.
"We listened to Jews around the world—across languages, borders and generations.
"What we heard was pain, yes, but also strength, solidarity and the will to move forward together.
"We were able to capture authentic, real-time insights that reflect not only the challenges Jews face today but also the resilience and unity that define our future.”
