The American Muslim and Multifaith Women’s Empowerment Council (AMMWEC) and its National Coalition on Combating Hate and Antisemitism marked the second anniversary of the October 7 Hamas terrorist attacks with a solemn gathering to remember the victims and honor the survivors.

The event brought together Muslim, Christian, Jewish, and other interfaith leaders from across the United States and abroad to reflect on the enduring impact of that tragic day and to reaffirm their shared commitment to peace, justice, and human dignity.

The program featured reflections from an inspiring Nova Festival survivor, Natalie Sanandaji of the Combat Antisemitism Movement (CAM), and members of the Muslim delegation who joined the “We Bear Witness” tour to Israel following the October 7 attacks sponsored by Combat Antisemitism. They shared their personal accounts of meeting survivors and families affected by the tragedy, emphasizing the need for moral courage and solidarity against hate in all its forms.

Although the commemoration coincided with the Jewish holiday season, many Jewish leaders joined the call to show unity and reaffirm the shared moral responsibility to stand against hatred, antisemitism, and the misuse of religion for violence.

Wajid A Syed, who was also the co-host of the event, remarked that the gathering was a powerful reminder that the Jewish community is not alone and there were partners willing to confront the hate and hostility they have endured for decades.