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There is something you can do to protect the vulnerable
7 Jul
Amidst growing economic challenges and rising antisemitism, Rabbi Rebecca W. Sirbu underscores the urgent need for the Jewish community to support its vulner...
7 Jul
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They hate us? Let’s raise kids who don’t care — because the future belongs to Jews who love being Jewish
7 Jul
Jewish resilience and pride are emphasized as key strategies for combatting antisemitism rather than continually focusing solely on fighting it, which is see...
7 Jul
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Corporate silence in a time of war: Global corporations walking the Israel tightrope
3 Jul
As global corporations with operations in Israel increasingly face complex challenges, their public stances have become more guarded, particularly in respons...
3 Jul
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Antisemitism is a warning sign. Are we listening?
3 Jul
Eileen Filler-Corn, former Speaker of the Virginia House of Delegates, discusses the alarming rise of antisemitism in the United States, particularly within ...
3 Jul
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Breaking the enrollment paradox: A new approach to Jewish day schools
2 Jul
Jewish day schools, such as Schechter Boston, are reframing their approach to address declining enrollment despite improved educational quality and support. ...
2 Jul
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Supporting the bereaved families left behind
2 Jul
Amidst the recent conflict between Israel and Iran, Israeli society faces a dual reality of triumph and deep sorrow. While the nation's military success has ...
2 Jul
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When teachers are learners: Making professional growth visible in Jewish education
1 Jul
Sulam, a special education inclusion program at Berman Hebrew Academy and Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School in Maryland, has innovatively reimagined profess...
1 Jul
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Elevating Jewish early childhood education means elevating how we recruit and retain educators
1 Jul
The decline in graduates with education degrees has exacerbated a staffing crisis in U.S. early childhood centers, impacting Jewish institutions specifically...
1 Jul
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America’s 250th anniversary offers opportunities for Jewish distinction
30 Jun
America's 250th anniversary, commencing with the Grand Army Parade in 2025 and culminating in 2026, presents a unique opportunity for American Jewry to showc...
30 Jun
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What does it mean to lead Jewishly?
30 Jun
Rabbi Ari Witkin explores what it means to lead Jewishly by emphasizing a values-centric approach that integrates Jewish tradition with modern professional p...
30 Jun
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To sustain part-time Jewish education, invest in leaders at the local level
27 Jun
Amid a renewed interest in part-time Jewish education, educational leaders face increasing demands without adequate resources. This article argues for the im...
27 Jun
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Standing up to antisemitism and uniting the Jewish People — with mezuzahs
27 Jun
In response to rising antisemitism, the organization MyZuzah promotes the mezuzah as a symbol of Jewish identity, protection, and unity. Following tragic eve...
27 Jun
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What we can learn from Julie Beren Platt’s legacy at JFNA
27 Jun
Julie Beren Platt has concluded her tenure as chair of the Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) board, leaving behind a legacy marked by decisive and i...
27 Jun
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From ambiguity to clarity: What Israel education must confront now
26 Jun
In the face of heightened tensions involving Israel, Iran, and the U.S., Jewish educators are grappling with how to teach about Israel in a world where ambig...
26 Jun
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After the call for unity, now what?: A response from the grant seeking side
26 Jun
Stephen D. Smith, reflecting on the recent call for unity among Jewish organizations, advocates for a radical reimagining of resource allocation within the J...
26 Jun
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After Mamdani win, a time for wisdom, not reaction
25 Jun
Zohran Mamdani's victory in the Democratic primary for New York mayor has sparked significant concern within the Jewish community due to his positions on Isr...
25 Jun
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When anti-Zionism wins: What Mamdani’s rise reveals about the future of Jewish political power
25 Jun
Zohran Mamdani's victory as the Democratic mayoral nominee in New York City, a demographic stronghold for Jews, is a significant marker of change in American...
25 Jun
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We must not leave them behind
25 Jun
Recent conflicts highlight the crucial need for inclusive emergency planning for individuals with disabilities in Israel. Many face barriers to accessing she...
25 Jun
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The next interfaith crisis is already here. Are we ready?
24 Jun
Recent antisemitic attacks and geopolitical tensions underscore the need for Jewish-Christian interfaith dialogue to move beyond symbolic gestures to address...
24 Jun
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Jewish continuity requires more than engagement — it requires safety
24 Jun
Addressing domestic abuse within the Jewish community is essential for sustaining Jewish continuity and engagement. Despite the discomfort surrounding discus...
24 Jun
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Jewish groups break with Democrats over bombing on Iranian nuclear sites
23 Jun
Major Jewish groups like AIPAC and the American Jewish Committee have come out in strong support of a U.S. military campaign targeting Iranian nuclear sites,...
23 Jun
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Israel education without Israelis?
23 Jun
Rabbi Naama Levitz Applbaum discusses the implications of the war with Iran on Israel education in North American Jewish summer camps, particularly due to th...
23 Jun
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The case for Jewish joy: A communal imperative
23 Jun
Amidst rising antisemitism and global turmoil, there is an urgent call within the Jewish community to prioritize Jewish joy, which serves as crucial resilien...
23 Jun
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No front, no rear — just a father and son in a country under fire
20 Jun
In a poignant reflection on the ongoing conflict in Israel, Jacob Schimmel, a father from Jerusalem, shares the deeply personal experience of receiving a pho...
20 Jun
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Parshat Shlach and the modern minyan: Making sacred space for men to show up for each other
20 Jun
Parshat Shlach recounts the story of the 12 scouts sent to explore the Promised Land, highlighting the failure of 10 fearful leaders to support one another d...
20 Jun
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From Israel to our doorsteps: The urgent fight to protect Jewish life at home
20 Jun
The rise of antisemitism in the United States, showcased by recent attacks in Washington, D.C., and Boulder, Colo., highlights a growing threat that necessit...
20 Jun
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When prayers are not enough
19 Jun
In response to escalating tensions following Israeli strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities, some Jewish organizations have emphasized increased prayer rather ...
19 Jun
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This is what Jewish leadership looks like
19 Jun
In the wake of the October 7, 2023, attacks, Jewish leadership in the United States has demonstrated significant resolve and strategic responsiveness, counte...
19 Jun
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What can you do about antisemitism? Start here.
18 Jun
Amidst rising antisemitism, Lauren Korn advocates for mentorship as a vital form of resistance, emphasizing the impactful role of Jewish Big Brothers Big Sis...
18 Jun
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A captured community’s survival: Thinking of the Jews of Iran
18 Jun
Sharon S. Nazarian reflects on the precarious situation of the Jewish community in Iran amid the intensifying geopolitical tension between Israel and Iran. A...
18 Jun
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From feeding to dining: Reimagining Jewish education for a new generation
17 Jun
Manette Mayberg, trustee of the Mayberg Foundation, argues for a profound transformation in Jewish education to move away from the industrial model that focu...
17 Jun
eJewishPhilanthropy
It’s time to rethink how we fund change
16 Jun
Philanthropy can inadvertently maintain inequalities, especially within Jewish and regional contexts. "Impact Together," launched by the Oregon Jewish Commun...
16 Jun
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Taking our students to the window: American Jewish civic education in an age of democratic fragility
13 Jun
In light of increasing antisemitism and democratic fragility in the United States, Jon A. Levisohn advocates for a renewed focus on civic education within Je...
13 Jun
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Steal This: Opening the Jewish innovation playbook
12 Jun
At the recent JPro2025 conference, which gathered over 1,300 Jewish community professionals, organizations like Leading Edge, JFNA, and UpStart launched "Ste...
12 Jun
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Cross-institutional collaboration in Jewish education: An innovative case study
11 Jun
A partnership between IKAR, a Jewish community with a supplementary school, and Sinai Akiba Academy, a Jewish day school, exemplifies the potential of cross-...
11 Jun
eJewishPhilanthropy
If the Torah had a report card, would our children pass?
11 Jun
Education in Jewish life has traditionally been about shaping character and instilling values from Torah teachings, not just academic success. Today, however...
11 Jun
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Tariff tumult provides a unique opportunity to support Israeli small businesses
10 Jun
Amid ongoing economic challenges in Israel, exacerbated by geopolitical tensions and trade disruptions, there exists a unique opportunity to bolster Israeli ...
10 Jun
eJewishPhilanthropy
The Reform slate received a historic number of votes in the WZC Election — and there’s much more to the story
10 Jun
The recent 2025 World Zionist Congress (WZC) elections marked a historic achievement for the Reform slate, which received 48,000 votes, the highest number fo...
10 Jun
eJewishPhilanthropy
What the world needs now is Jewish thought residencies
9 Jun
Rabbi Amanda Schwartz advocates for the establishment of Jewish thought residencies, akin to artist residencies, to provide Jewish communal leaders the time ...
9 Jun
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Reimagining Israel education: 6 recommendations for catalyzing a new era
9 Jun
In a move towards evolving Israel education, a new approach is proposed to engage American Jews in a deeper understanding of Israeli democracy and its societ...
9 Jun
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When familiar findings hold powerful value: What we know about Jewish families today
6 Jun
A study conducted by the Harold Grinspoon Foundation, in partnership with Crown Family Philanthropies and the Jim Joseph Foundation, explored how non-Orthodo...
6 Jun
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Disability inclusion is Jewish inclusion — and we’re not done yet
5 Jun
Meredith Englander Polsky, co-founder and new executive director of Matan, reflects on 25 years of progress and ongoing challenges in promoting disability in...
5 Jun
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Reimagining responsibility: How Jewish values drive global action
5 Jun
OLAM's InterACT Global Study Trip to Rwanda brought North American Jewish communal professionals face-to-face with urgent global challenges, highlighting how...
5 Jun
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Cherishing our Holocaust survivors
4 Jun
Holocaust Survivor Day, established to honor the resilience of Holocaust survivors, takes on extra significance in light of recent attacks on Jews in Israel....
4 Jun
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Taking Sinai with us: Bringing the message of Shavuot to all Jewish educational spaces
4 Jun
The message of Shavuot, commemorating the giving of the Torah at Sinai, extends beyond its historical context, serving as a profound educational model for co...
4 Jun
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The leaders Israel needs may not live there — yet
1 Jun
The article reflects on the legacy of Stanley Fischer, former governor of the Bank of Israel, emphasizing the urgent need for diverse leadership in Israel th...
1 Jun
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From outsider to ancestor: Ruth’s path and our Jewish future
30 May
The narrative of the Book of Ruth, particularly relevant as Shavuot approaches, explores themes of loyalty, identity, and belonging, posing poignant question...
30 May
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How donors can prevent their university gifts from funding antisemitism
30 May
Concerned about rising antisemitism on American campuses, donors are seeking ways to ensure their university contributions do not support discrimination agai...
30 May
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On being an artist-rabbi: Bringing ‘play’ into Jewish communal practice
29 May
Rabbi Hannah Dresner, recently retired from Or Shalom in Vancouver, reflects on integrating artistic practice into Jewish communal life, building on the idea...
29 May
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The Jewish People stood together at Sinai. Can we today?
29 May
As Shavuot approaches, it serves as a reminder of the unity experienced by the Jewish people at Mount Sinai, where they received the Torah. Despite this hist...
29 May