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Elizabeth Stordeur Pryor, daughter of the legendary comedian Richard Pryor and his Jewish partner, explores her unique cultural and racial identity in her me...

Jewish Women International (JWI), a nonprofit focused on preventing sexual abuse and supporting female victims, has faced severe financial challenges due to ...

Jalen Brunson, the celebrated point guard of the New York Knicks, shares a beautiful love story with his Jewish wife, Dr. Alison Marks Brunson. Meeting in hi...

Joshua Simmons shares insights from his experiences as a psychologist working with queer Jews, revealing a growing tension within these communities post the ...

In a politically charged atmosphere ahead of Israel's impending elections, the Jerusalem Pride march was notably redirected to conclude near the Knesset, sig...

Daci Platt reflects on the brief yet impactful representation of a Jewish character in Caro Claire Burke's novel, Yesteryear, which is gaining buzz for its s...

Marilyn Monroe's conversion to Judaism for her marriage to Arthur Miller in 1956 continues to intrigue, though its significance may be overstated. Monroe, bo...

The decision by the Roma Pride organizers to bar a Jewish LGBTQ organization, Keshet Italia, from using a float in this year's parade has sparked significant...

Getting a wig washed and styled can be a rejuvenating experience, as shown by this visit to Prestigio Wigs. Wigs play a significant role in Jewish culture, p...

Reflecting on the challenges men face in contemporary society, Zack Wainer and Isaac Kurtz address the underrepresentation of men in Jewish communal life and...

In this video, the creator showcases a variety of headscarves, known in Hebrew as mipachot, that are used primarily by some Jewish women as part of the pract...

Daci Platt humorously addresses the perennial challenge of finding the perfect Father's Day gift for her "silly Jewish dad," who eschews typical gifts relate...

Gloria Z. Greenfield, once a leader in the radical feminist movement, left the women's movement in 1983, citing the pervasive antisemitism she experienced as...

This podcast episode explores the personal experiences and cultural dynamics involved when someone from a Jewish background decides to date a biracial indivi...

Eliana's spiritual journey from a Baptist upbringing to becoming a Chabad Rebbetzin illustrates a profound transformation rooted in self-discovery and cross-...

Rudy Rochman, a pro-Israel influencer, is on a mission to revive the sudra, a traditional Middle Eastern Jewish garment, as a symbol of Jewish identity and p...

Jackie Tohn, a celebrated Jewish actress, recently revealed her BRCA1 genetic mutation diagnosis on the Today Show, highlighting a significant health issue a...

"Khantshe in Amerike," a landmark 1912 Yiddish operetta, returns to the stage, exploring themes such as class conflict, women's rights, and gender fluidity t...

The new Israeli report by the Civil Commission on Oct. 7 Crimes presents exhaustive documentation of sexual violence as a deliberate strategy during the Hama...

In this personal narrative, Sara Lim explores the intersection between Judaism and punk rock culture, drawing on her experiences in the New Jersey punk scene...

Rachel Gildiner, executive director of SRE Network, explores how Jewish organizations can foster safer, more equitable environments by making systemic inequi...

The 5050 Initiative, founded by gender equity activist Yael Yechieli, is working to increase women's representation in the Israeli Knesset ahead of the upcom...

Rebecca Bloom's career as a women's health advocate emerged from personal experiences with her mother's breast cancer and uncovering a family tragedy that hi...

Jamie Lee Curtis, renowned actress and daughter of Jewish singer Tony Curtis, creatively utilizes her Jewish heritage and Yiddish language to comment on soci...

Beanie Feldstein and her wife Bonnie-Chance Roberts are joyfully expecting their first child, as they announced through a charming maternity photoshoot share...

Sara Sapadin highlights the historic achievements of gender equality within Israeli religious institutions as three women take the Chief Rabbinate's rabbinic...

"Sheitel: Beauty in the Hidden," is a documentary by Lynda Medjuck-Suissa that delves into the cultural, religious, and personal significance of hair coverin...

In the wake of recurring news stories about sexual harm within the Jewish community, the author's organization, SVIVAH, emphasizes the need to shift focus on...

The article explores the tension between feminist advocacy for gender equality and traditional Jewish religious practices, specifically the role of women ser...

Grazi Lee-Sultana explores the complexities of Jewish identity, emphasizing that identity cannot be confined to simplistic racial or cultural categories such...

A monumental moment unfolded as a group of dedicated Jewish women took a stand for equality within Israel's Orthodox religious establishment by attempting to...

Vanessa Berg discusses how anti-racism frameworks often fail to consistently address Jewish identity and experiences. While anti-racism aims to oppose discri...

Jake Reiner reflects on the tragic loss of his parents, Rob and Michele Reiner, in a heartfelt Substack post. As he approaches his first birthday without the...

Rabbi Efrem Goldberg's discussion on transgenderism within the Jewish community touches on complex issues of identity and religious law. He recounts consulti...

Steve Siporin reflects on his evolving relationship with wearing a kippah, initially resisted in his youth due to cultural stereotypes and a desire for unres...

Alix Rosenfeld's poem "Supernova," featured on Lilith Online, uses evocative metaphors to address themes of violence against women and the destruction of the...

Lena Dunham's memoir 'Famesick' epitomizes millennial sensibilities, presenting an introspective journey through fame, personal struggles, and public critiqu...

Alumni of Jewish leadership programs funded by Leslie Wexner have launched a new initiative, the ASHRU Fund, to support survivors of sexual violence, in resp...

Natalie Portman, the acclaimed Jewish actress who originally hails from Israel, is expecting her third child. This will be her first child with partner Tangu...

Amanda Peet shares how her Jewish upbringing influenced her approach to navigating personal challenges, including her breast cancer diagnosis and the loss of...

The Free Press's coverage highlights the ongoing cultural debate about women's roles in society, focusing on the "girlboss" trope within the context of Ameri...

In a podcast episode from Chabad.org, the speaker likely addresses personal and religious reasons for not singing in front of men, a practice rooted in Jewis...

Sandi DuBowski's documentary, "SABBATH QUEEN," explores the complex journey of Amichai Lau-Lavie, a gay man from an Orthodox Israeli family with a history of...

Daphne Lazar Price discusses the divergence between American law and Jewish law regarding conversion therapy, particularly in light of a recent U.S. Supreme ...

Les Deux Marcelles, Marcelle Auclair and Marcelle Sgal, are celebrated pioneer advice columnists whose work in postwar France inspired countless women to cha...

This piece explores the often-overlooked feminist history in 1930s Poland, focusing on Jewish women who played significant roles in resistance efforts during...

The Kadimah Yiddish Theatre's new stage adaptation of "Yentl," running at London's Marylebone Theatre, offers a fresh and complex take on Isaac Bashevis Sing...

In light of increasing legislation targeting transgender, nonbinary, and intersex people across the United States, over 1,000 Jewish spiritual leaders have s...

Nicole Lampert discusses Phyllis Chesler's observations on the fracture within modern feminism over Zionism and antisemitism. Chesler, a veteran feminist act...

The piece discusses the challenges faced by Rabba Sara Hurwitz in her efforts to gain acceptance for female ordination within Orthodox Judaism. Despite her a...