Shahar Azani is the consul for media affairs at the Consulate General of Israel in New York. He has since been responsible for maintaining direct contact with American media in the tri-state area since 2011.
Prior to joining the Consulate in New York, Shahar served as deputy spokesperson at Israel’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs; Israel’s consul for culture, media and public affairs in Los Angeles; and deputy ambassador at the Embassy of the State of Israel in Nairobi, Kenya. Shahar began working in the Foreign Ministry in 1998, where he served as assistant spokesperson at the Embassy of Israel in London and then spent a year at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ legal division’s department for international agreements and treaties.
Before joining the school of diplomacy in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Shahar practiced Law at Haim Zadok and Company, based in Tel Aviv. Shahar has a law degree (LLB) as well as an MBA.
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In light of recent conflicts and political developments, Israel has, of late, been slandered and maligned by multiple outlets internationally. These attacks seem to have gained prevalence at an alarming rate. Join this special panel for a discussion on Israel's portrayal in today's media. Based on the experiences of experts. Learn what can be done and how we can be part of the solution
Mr. Shahar Azani (7)
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Veteran diplomat Shahar Azani has argued for the Jewish state in boardrooms, summits, and conferences across the globe. Here, he takes us on a behind-the-scenes tour through the corridors of Israeli power. What are the challenges faced by the Jewish state? What are the solutions? And how can we help in this struggle for the truth and peace?.
Mr. Shahar Azani (7)
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This short clip presents Mr. Shahar Azani, Mr. Bruce Backman and Dr. Simcha Leibovich answering questions from their audience about the recent war in Gaza and the protrayal of Israel in the media. This Q&A took place at the 9th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Dr. Simcha Leibovich (5)
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As American Jews, what is our responsibility toward Israel? How can we make a difference from so far away? Hear from an Israeli government official, an academic scholar and a media expert as they shed light on Operation Protective Edge and our crucial role in it. This panel was featured at the 9th annual National Jewish Retreat
Dr. Simcha Leibovich (5)
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Forever under the harsh scrutiny of the world’s nations, Israel has had to forge a unique diplomacy that can afford no mistakes. Shahar Azani is a veteran diplomat who has argued for the Jewish state in boardrooms, summits and conferences across the globe. This insider’s account will take you behind the scenes to see where Judaism meets diplomacy.
Mr. Shahar Azani (7)
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Ever since its inception Israel, has waged a tough battle to garner favorable public opinion in the newspapers and television shows of the West. This seminar explains the challenges that the Jewish state faces in getting its story across, and teaches us how to be agents for change in Israel’s fight for the hearts and minds of the free world.
Mr. Shahar Azani (7)
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The media's take on Israel is no longer a dictatorship. The hundreds of thousands of people who carry Israel in their hearts can now make a difference. Mr. Shahar Azani has encouraging words about the changes in the way views about Israel are being formed and disseminated. His stories about his experiences speaking to diverse groups, around the world, are entertaining and informative.
Mr. Shahar Azani (7)