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Henrietta Szold, the founder of Hadassah, is celebrated for her transformative impact on Jewish life and broader society in pre-state Israel. She played a crucial role in developing a healthcare system that provided equitable treatment to Jews and Arabs, contributed to the education sector, and established enduring social services. Szold was instrumental in founding Youth Aliyah, a life-saving initiative that relocated thousands of Jewish children from Nazi-controlled territories to safety. Her multifaceted legacy is explored in Abby Ginzberg's new film "Labors of Love: The Life and Legacy of Henrietta Szold," which offers an insightful examination of Szold's enduring influence, as discussed in a conversation with Moment Editor-in-Chief Nadine Epstein.