The **Executive Council of Australian Jewry (ECAJ)** is the peak national representative body of the Australian Jewish community, established in 1944. It serves as the umbrella organization that advocates on behalf of Australian Jews to government, media, and broader society, both nationally and internationally. The ECAJ's core mission is to protect and promote the rights, security, and interests of Jewish Australians, with a central focus on combating antisemitism, which it identifies as the most significant threat to the community's safety and well-being[2][3][4][6]. Historically, the ECAJ has played a pivotal role in advocating for Jewish immigration and refugee absorption post-World War II and has since evolved into a key voice on issues such as antisemitism education, social cohesion, and interfaith dialogue. The organization is politically and communally representative, engaging with Australian governments and international Jewish bodies, including its affiliation with the World Jewish Congress. Past leaders like Robert Goot have held influential roles in global Jewish policy circles, reflecting ECAJ’s significant stature[2][3][6]. Key achievements of the ECAJ include its extensive work in monitoring and reporting antisemitic incidents in Australia, shaping government policies on hate crime prevention, and fostering multicultural understanding. It actively provides guidance and support to victims of antisemitism, including emerging challenges like online harassment and doxing. The ECAJ also contributes to public discourse through commentary and media engagement, exemplified by its leaders’ published opinion pieces in major outlets like The Australian Financial Review[3][4]. Today, the ECAJ remains a vital institution celebrating over 80 years of leadership. Its ongoing efforts ensure the Jewish community’s voice is heard in debates on social policy, security, and cultural pluralism, making it a significant actor in Australia’s civic and political landscape[4][6]. Notably, it contrasts with newer Jewish organizations such as the Jewish Council of Australia, which represent different ideological perspectives within