Sylvia Löhrmann Appointed as NRW's New Antisemitism Commissioner

The former school minister takes over from Sabine Leutheusser-Schnarrenberger to combat rising antisemitism in the region.

Sylvia Löhrmann, previously a school minister, has been appointed as the new Antisemitism Commissioner for North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW).
Minister President Hendrik Wüst highlighted the alarming statistic that nearly one in four people in NRW hold antisemitic views.
The role involves coordinating preventive measures against antisemitism and providing support to victims of antisemitic incidents.
Löhrmann emphasizes the importance of education, awareness, and cultural engagement in addressing antisemitism.
Outgoing commissioner Sabine Leutheusser-Schnarrenberger expressed optimism about the progress made during her tenure.