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In their article, Michael Berenbaum and Menachem Z. Rosensaft challenge historian Omer Bartov's assertions that Israel's actions in Gaza constitute genocide....

During a challenging time marked by the onset of conflict with Iran, Yeshivat Maharat celebrated the semicha (ordination) of 25 new female rabbinic leaders. ...

Joelle Keene, Executive Director of the Jewish Scholastic Press Association, argues for a revamp of how Israel is taught in Jewish day schools, advocating fo...

Foundling syndrome refers to the challenges organizations face when a founding leader departs, revealing dependency on that leader's personality over sustain...

Jewish retreating is being proposed as a vital method to extend the concept of Jewish joy beyond childhood camp experiences into adulthood, encompassing vari...

Israel faces a severe teacher shortage, needing tens of thousands more educators by 2026, jeopardizing the quality of education and, consequently, the nation...

The article explores the need for a revival of chesed, or acts of lovingkindness, within the context of synagogue life, emphasizing its vital role alongside ...

Jewish professionals are grappling with support roles amid ongoing conflicts in Israel, Gaza, and Iran, as well as rising antisemitism globally. Rabbi Marc I...

The article addresses the recent criticism aimed at the "Friends of" model, a group of American nonprofits raising funds for Israeli institutions, following ...

At Camp Yavneh, a spontaneous event unfolded that exemplified the essence of Jewish peoplehood. When the camp's annual mishlachat—Israeli emissaries—arrived ...

Rebecca Dinar critiques the Jewish community's reactive rather than proactive response to rising antisemitism, emphasizing the need for future-oriented strat...

Recent legislative and court developments have effectively weakened the Johnson Amendment, which prohibits 501(c)(3) organizations, including religious bodie...

Personalized Jewish learning significantly enhances the Jewish service movement by integrating Jewish values into meaningful acts of service. At Repair the W...

The article highlights the disparity in cultural preparation between Israeli and American Jewish teens participating in cross-cultural encounters. While Isra...

Project Campfire is an initiative by the Max and Marian Farash Charitable Foundation to make Jewish overnight camps cost-free for every Jewish child in Roche...

Amidst growing economic challenges and rising antisemitism, Rabbi Rebecca W. Sirbu underscores the urgent need for the Jewish community to support its vulner...

Jewish resilience and pride are emphasized as key strategies for combatting antisemitism rather than continually focusing solely on fighting it, which is see...

As global corporations with operations in Israel increasingly face complex challenges, their public stances have become more guarded, particularly in respons...

Eileen Filler-Corn, former Speaker of the Virginia House of Delegates, discusses the alarming rise of antisemitism in the United States, particularly within ...

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 ...

Jewish day schools, such as Schechter Boston, are reframing their approach to address declining enrollment despite improved educational quality and support. ...

Sulam, a special education inclusion program at Berman Hebrew Academy and Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School in Maryland, has innovatively reimagined profess...

The decline in graduates with education degrees has exacerbated a staffing crisis in U.S. early childhood centers, impacting Jewish institutions specifically...

Rabbi Ari Witkin explores what it means to lead Jewishly by emphasizing a values-centric approach that integrates Jewish tradition with modern professional p...

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...

Amid a renewed interest in part-time Jewish education, educational leaders face increasing demands without adequate resources. This article argues for the im...

In response to rising antisemitism, the organization MyZuzah promotes the mezuzah as a symbol of Jewish identity, protection, and unity. Following tragic eve...

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...

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...

Stephen D. Smith, reflecting on the recent call for unity among Jewish organizations, advocates for a radical reimagining of resource allocation within the J...

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...

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...

Recent conflicts highlight the crucial need for inclusive emergency planning for individuals with disabilities in Israel. Many face barriers to accessing she...

Recent antisemitic attacks and geopolitical tensions underscore the need for Jewish-Christian interfaith dialogue to move beyond symbolic gestures to address...

Addressing domestic abuse within the Jewish community is essential for sustaining Jewish continuity and engagement. Despite the discomfort surrounding discus...

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,...

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...

Amidst rising antisemitism and global turmoil, there is an urgent call within the Jewish community to prioritize Jewish joy, which serves as crucial resilien...

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...

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...

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...

In response to escalating tensions following Israeli strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities, some Jewish organizations have emphasized increased prayer rather ...

In the wake of the October 7, 2023, attacks, Jewish leadership in the United States has demonstrated significant resolve and strategic responsiveness, counte...

Amidst rising antisemitism, Lauren Korn advocates for mentorship as a vital form of resistance, emphasizing the impactful role of Jewish Big Brothers Big Sis...

Sharon S. Nazarian reflects on the precarious situation of the Jewish community in Iran amid the intensifying geopolitical tension between Israel and Iran. A...

Manette Mayberg, trustee of the Mayberg Foundation, argues for a profound transformation in Jewish education to move away from the industrial model that focu...

Philanthropy can inadvertently maintain inequalities, especially within Jewish and regional contexts. "Impact Together," launched by the Oregon Jewish Commun...

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...

At the recent JPro2025 conference, which gathered over 1,300 Jewish community professionals, organizations like Leading Edge, JFNA, and UpStart launched "Ste...

A partnership between IKAR, a Jewish community with a supplementary school, and Sinai Akiba Academy, a Jewish day school, exemplifies the potential of cross-...