JPR study finds 50% of British Jews emotionally attached to Israel, up sharply since Oct. 7
The report details how the post-October 7 landscape shifted emotional ties to Israel and intensified concerns over antisemitism, even as core markers of Jewish religious practice remained stable.
A new study conducted by the Institute for Jewish Policy Research (JPR) has revealed that 50% of British Jews feel very emotionally attached to Israel, a significant increase following the October 7 attacks. This heightened emotional connection has been measured through various indicators, including personal identification as a Zionist, the likelihood of moving to Israel within five years, and the perception of antisemitism in the UK.
The study also found that personal experiences of antisemitism have risen sharply, with 29% of respondents reporting they have experienced at least one antisemitic incident, up from 20% in 2020-2022. While rising antisemitism and declining safety certainly contribute to this anxiety, the anxiety levels are primarily driven by concerns about antisemitism in the UK.
Additionally, charitable giving priorities have shifted, with more respondents prioritizing Israel charities over general UK charities. Overall, the study shows that post-October 7 realities have driven the Jewish population toward more particular Jewish causes at the expense of more universal general UK charities.
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