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Jewish education needs tefillah
18 Feb
Rabbi Joshua Cahan advocates for a revitalized approach to tefillah (prayer) in Jewish day schools and camps, suggesting it should be an integral part of bot...
18 Feb
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Investing in Jewish life at work
18 Feb
Recognizing the growing trend of Jewish professionals striving to integrate vibrant Jewish life into their workplaces, Clal has developed the Jewish@Work Res...
18 Feb
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When people share in the outcome, purpose becomes real
17 Feb
Delta Air Lines' decision to share $1.3 billion in profits with employees highlights a critical leadership principle: acknowledging the human element in valu...
17 Feb
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Sustaining civility in a season of choice
16 Feb
The narrative emphasizes the importance of sustaining unity within the Jewish community as democratic life resumes its usual tensions in Israel and the U.S. ...
16 Feb
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How should Jewish organizations respond to the growing criticism of Israel from inside our communities?
16 Feb
As internal criticism of Israel and the concept of Zionism grows within Jewish communities, surveys reveal nuanced stances among American Jews. Recent data f...
16 Feb
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Where the sparks still fly: The future of Jewish supplementary education
13 Feb
Rabbi Joshua Rabin explores the innovative model of the Jewish Kids Groups (JKG) and their Jewish Afterschool Accelerator (JASA) program in Atlanta, emphasiz...
13 Feb
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Mental health literacy is a national imperative for Israel, and philanthropy is making it a reality
12 Feb
Israel is confronting a severe mental health crisis exacerbated by recent attacks and ongoing tension. While the clinical mental health system is overwhelmed...
12 Feb
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There for each other, now more than ever
12 Feb
October 7, 2023, marked a day of significant pain and the beginning of a challenging period for Israel, notably exacerbated by rising antisemitism. In this a...
12 Feb
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JFNA gets it right on ‘Zionism’: Words matter
12 Feb
A recent survey by the Jewish Federations of North America highlights a crucial shift in language concerning American Jews and their relationship to Israel. ...
12 Feb
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Zionism is worth fighting for
12 Feb
The evolution of Zionism's meaning and its perception among Jews is the focus of this piece, which explores how the term has been greatly misinterpreted and ...
12 Feb
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Identity is essential — but ignoring reputation repair is an existential risk
11 Feb
The article by Marnie Black and Mark Mandell critiques Bret Stephens' argument that Jewish identity alone can combat modern antisemitism, positing that repai...
11 Feb
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The Bret Stephens temptation
10 Feb
New York Times columnist Bret Stephens posited that efforts to combat antisemitism are largely wasted, suggesting that antisemites cannot be educated to chan...
10 Feb
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It’s time for nonprofit organizations to rethink their funding strategy
10 Feb
The financial viability of Israeli nonprofits is under significant threat, with 70% facing hardship and a reduction in government and philanthropic support. ...
10 Feb
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American Jews need both security and identity
9 Feb
New York Times columnist Bret Stephens recently sparked discussion by suggesting that American Jews should pivot from focusing primarily on antisemitism to s...
9 Feb
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Generative AI reimagines the Blue Square Super Bowl ad in real time
9 Feb
The Jewish community's reaction to the Blue Square Alliance's Super Bowl ad highlights the evolving discourse on antisemitism and the impact of generative AI...
9 Feb
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The best spotters on the front lines of teen mental health? It’s often their peers
9 Feb
The Teen Mental Health First Aid (tMHFA) program, championed by The Jewish Education Project and BeWell, empowers Jewish teens to recognize mental health iss...
9 Feb
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The morning after the Super Bowl: The reality facing today’s Jewish teens
9 Feb
For many Jewish teens, the aftermath of the Super Bowl spotlights an everyday battle with antisemitism, as highlighted by a poignant Super Bowl ad from Rober...
9 Feb
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Want to take inclusion from principle to practice? The JCC movement shows what’s possible
6 Feb
Inclusion is integral to the future of vibrant Jewish communities, and the JCC movement exemplifies how to incorporate it effectively. Despite many Jewish or...
6 Feb
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Taking responsibility for each other again
6 Feb
Cindy Greenberg of Repair the World argues that personal service is a vital form of tzedakah, emphasizing that active involvement in each other's lives foste...
6 Feb
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Why I tell my story — and why Jewish leadership needs more of us
5 Feb
Rabbi Madeline Cooper reflects on her personal journey and the broader challenges faced by individuals with disabilities in Jewish leadership roles. Through ...
5 Feb
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A model for addressing antisemitism in health care
5 Feb
Antisemitism in health care settings is becoming increasingly prevalent, compromising trust and safety among Jewish clinicians and patients. Recent examples ...
5 Feb
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The ‘good problem’ highlighting a critical area for investment
4 Feb
Ramah Day Camp Greater DC, under Rabbi Jill Levy's leadership, faces a registration waitlist challenge that underscores a deeper issue of Jewish continuity. ...
4 Feb
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Teaching hope: Israel education for today and tomorrow
3 Feb
The article discusses a new curriculum, "HaTikvah: Our Hope for Israel," designed to enhance Israel education for fourth and fifth graders by focusing on bui...
3 Feb
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After the unity moment, we started treating Jewish institutions like people
3 Feb
In the dynamic landscape of Jewish communal life post-October 7, 2023, there's a growing expectation for Jewish institutions to take definitive stances akin ...
3 Feb
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What the Australian response to Bondi reveals about Jewish institutional readiness
3 Feb
Following the tragic antisemitic attack at Bondi Beach, a visit by Rabbi Avi Weiss and Rabbi Amitai Fraiman highlighted disparities in how Jewish communities...
3 Feb
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Beyond the ramp: Why intellectual accessibility is the next frontier of Jewish inclusion
2 Feb
As Jewish Disabilities Awareness, Acceptance, and Inclusion Month (JDAIM) unfolds, the focus on ensuring physical access within Jewish communities is expandi...
2 Feb
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Bringing philanthropy’s foundations into focus
2 Feb
The series "Foundations in Focus," developed by Yossi Prager, addresses key challenges in American Jewish philanthropy. This initiative offers practical advi...
2 Feb
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Creating rituals for the transitions of aging
1 Feb
As people live longer due to advances in science and medicine, there is a growing need for new Jewish rituals to mark the transitions of aging, a life stage ...
1 Feb
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Tu B’Shevat: A winter reminder of our roots
30 Jan
Tu BShevat, traditionally known as the holiday of the trees, serves as a poignant reminder of the Jewish connection to Israel, even amidst harsh North Americ...
30 Jan
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We know the Jewish world is global — but we also need to experience it
30 Jan
Reflecting on a century-old story of two Sephardic Jewish immigrants shouting "Yehudi!" in Seattle to find community, the importance of experiencing and conn...
30 Jan
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The invisible war Nova survivors are still fighting
30 Jan
In the aftermath of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire following the attacks of October 7, 2023, survivors of the Nova music festival and bereaved families continue ...
30 Jan
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The trouble with the Big Jewish Letter
29 Jan
The article critiques the "Big Jewish Letter" phenomenon, a commonly used method of public protest in the Jewish community, highlighting its failure to effec...
29 Jan
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Building the next table: Shaping the culture of communal leadership
29 Jan
The Ambassadors Young Leadership Program, initiated by the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations, is a new 13-month leadership deve...
29 Jan
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How to turn a thank-you into a lasting donor connection
28 Jan
Many nonprofits miss the opportunity to engage donors meaningfully, often resorting to perfunctory acknowledgments. Catherine Reed of American Friends of Mag...
28 Jan
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Tragedy alone will not create change
28 Jan
Leslie Zane and Mark Mandell argue that the magnitude of a tragedy, like antisemitic attacks, does not inherently prompt lasting social change. They emphasiz...
28 Jan
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To combat hate, we need more than coordination — we need an interdisciplinary approach
27 Jan
Kenneth S. Stern advocates for an interdisciplinary approach to combat hate, drawing parallels between the fields of medicine and hate studies. He highlights...
27 Jan
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I thought I understood the Holocaust — until I walked through Auschwitz
27 Jan
Dahlia Crawford, an Afro-Latina high school junior, shares her transformative experience visiting Auschwitz with Success Academy charter schools. Initially u...
27 Jan
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The power of recognition
26 Jan
In "The Power of Recognition," Winnie Sandler Grinspoon, president of the Harold Grinspoon Foundation, highlights the significance of acknowledging Jewish pr...
26 Jan
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A trauma-informed look at giving and community resilience
26 Jan
Amid recent heightened philanthropic giving in the U.S., there is a concerning trend of fewer donors making larger contributions and a decline in smaller, co...
26 Jan
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Antisemitism laws can protect you, but you have to understand them
25 Jan
The persistence of antisemitism, despite data indicating a plateau, reveals a deeply-rooted societal issue that continues to threaten Jewish communities glob...
25 Jan
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What ancient Egypt’s Jewry can teach American Jewry
23 Jan
Parshat Bo outlines the final chapter of ancient Egyptian Jewry, drawing parallels to the experiences and lessons for American Jews today. The story of Josep...
23 Jan
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In polarizing times, Jewish professionals need constructive dialogue skills
23 Jan
Tiffany Harris, the Chief Program Officer of Mem Global, underscores the importance of constructive dialogue for Jewish professionals amidst increasing polit...
23 Jan
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NYC plaques honoring antisemitic war criminals are an abomination
23 Jan
In light of the upcoming International Holocaust Remembrance Day, there's a renewed call to remove plaques in New York City honoring Philippe Pétain and Pier...
23 Jan
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What the war in Ukraine is teaching Jewish philanthropy about sustained care
22 Jan
Jewish philanthropy's response to the ongoing crisis in Ukraine highlights the need for adaptability in long-term support strategies. Large organizations pro...
22 Jan
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On Marion Wiesel’s first yahrzeit, follow her example with a mitzvah
22 Jan
Marking the first yahrzeit of Marion Wiesel, this reflection emphasizes her profound impact as a Holocaust survivor and advocate for Holocaust memory, unders...
22 Jan
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Teaching about Iranian Jews today
21 Jan
Dan Osborn highlights the overlooked history of Iranian Jews, advocating for their inclusion in American educational curriculums to reflect a fuller picture ...
21 Jan
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The rabbinate isn’t in crisis because of text — it’s about leadership
21 Jan
Rabbi David Baum argues that the challenges facing the contemporary rabbinate are not rooted in insufficient textual mastery, but rather in a lack of leaders...
21 Jan
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A national student Shabbaton 20 years in the making
20 Jan
More than 300 Jewish student leaders from over 25 Canadian universities gathered in Toronto for a national Shabbaton, the first such event in nearly 20 years...
20 Jan
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Setting the agenda: 6 priorities for strengthening the Jewish community and Israel in 2026
20 Jan
In "Setting the agenda: 6 priorities for strengthening the Jewish community and Israel in 2026," leading philanthropic voices outline strategic priorities to...
20 Jan
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How bridge-building through service can heal divides — and curb antisemitism
16 Jan
In an inspiring reflection on social cohesion, Cindy Greenberg, the president of Repair the World, highlights the transformative power of service as a tool t...
16 Jan