Tal Shuster, Co-Chairwoman of the Israeli-American Council, spoke at the World Zionist Congress in Jerusalem, highlighting the organization's first official participation as a party representing Israeli-Americans. Shuster praised the unity among diverse Jewish groups and emphasized the IAC's apolitical focus on combating rising antisemitism and supporting the next generation in the United States. She urged the Israeli-American community, especially in New York, to vote in the upcoming elections, stressing the importance of civic engagement at all levels, from local boards to city and state offices. Shuster also underscored the need for parental involvement in education, sharing concerns about school materials and encouraging community members to run for local positions to effect change.