Phil Rosenberg (Jewish leader) explained

Phil Rosenberg (born c. 1986)[1] is a former Labour councillor and current President of the Board of Deputies of British Jews.

Early life and career

Rosenberg was educated at the City of London School and then read Hebrew, Arabic and Spanish at the University of Oxford. He grew up a member of Barnet United Synagogue and, after completing an internship at the Foreign Office, became a Minister of Defence.

He served as a Labour councillor for the West Hampstead ward on the London Borough of Camden from 2014 to 2018.[2]

Rosenberg is a consultant consultant specialising in government relations, media, faith and diplomacy and previously Director of the Faiths Forum for London.[3] He served as the director of public affairs at the Board before being elected President.

Rosenberg became President of the Board of Deputies of British Jews on 1 June 2024, succeeding Marie van der Zyl, becoming the 49th president.[4] Aged 38 on taking office, he is believed to be the Board's youngest ever President.

Personal life

In 2019, Rosenberg married Frances Abebreseh in Jerusalem.[5]

External links

Notes and References

  1. News: Harpin, Lee . 15 May 2024 . Rosenberg promises to be a 'unifying figure' as new Board president . 18 May 2024 . Jewish News.
  2. News: Prinsley . Jane . 28 July 2024 . Board of Deputies warns Starmer’s shift away from Israel could threaten national security . 28 July 2024 . The Jewish Chronicle.
  3. Web site: Phil Rosenberg . 2024-08-16 . Board of Deputies of British Jews . en-GB.
  4. News: Rocker . Simon . 12 May 2024 . Phil Rosenberg elected new president of Board of Deputies . 13 May 2024 . The Jewish Chronicle.
  5. Web site: Wine . Gaby . First candidate for Board of Deputies elections announced . 2024-08-16 . www.thejc.com . en.