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A vision-based approach to Israel engagement
24 Mar 2025
Adam Levi argues for a new approach to Israel engagement, emphasizing critical and active engagement over the historically passive relationship many American...
24 Mar 2025
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Jewish Climate Trust — why now?
24 Mar 2025
The Jewish Climate Trust has been launched as a think-and-do tank to enhance the Jewish community and Israel's response to the climate crisis. Co-chaired by ...
24 Mar 2025
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Spinning, fast and slow
21 Mar 2025
Rabbinic leadership often resembles the quick, intuitive "spinning" of goats' hair as described in Exodus, necessitating rapid responses and decision-making....
21 Mar 2025
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Strengthening Jewish education from the inside out: Supporting our teachers
21 Mar 2025
The management of Jewish Education Innovation Challenge (JEIC) presents a response to Hillel David Rapp's critique on Jewish day schools' investment prioriti...
21 Mar 2025
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‘Judaea Viva’: Remembering Ted Comet, z”l
20 Mar 2025
The article commemorates the life and legacy of Ted Comet, a distinguished Jewish communal leader, who passed away at the age of 100. Notable for his involve...
20 Mar 2025
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Redefining the role of Jewish day schools
20 Mar 2025
Jewish day schools in the U.S. currently serve fewer than 5% of non-Orthodox Jewish children, missing an opportunity to strengthen Jewish identity and commun...
20 Mar 2025
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From outsiders to equal partners: An Israeli-American story of belonging and leadership
20 Mar 2025
This article highlights the significant milestone for the Israeli-American community as the Israeli-American Council (IAC) has been officially recognized as ...
20 Mar 2025
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Bridging divides: Why young American and Israeli Jewish leaders must learn from each other
19 Mar 2025
In the wake of recent global Jewish challenges, the Bronfman Fellowship facilitated critical dialogues between young American and Israeli Jews, confronting c...
19 Mar 2025
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Fostering a leadership pipeline for the Jewish future
19 Mar 2025
Josh Joseph, executive vice president of the Orthodox Union, emphasizes the necessity of developing a robust leadership pipeline within the Jewish nonprofit ...
19 Mar 2025
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In the Trump 2.0 era, what’s a foundation to do?
19 Mar 2025
In the evolving political landscape under the Trump administration, Jewish nonprofits and foundations face challenges in addressing policies that impact core...
19 Mar 2025
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How small grants create big impact
18 Mar 2025
Jewish social impact organizations are currently dealing with increased demands for their services while facing challenges in securing funding. In response, ...
18 Mar 2025
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At last, a Jewish therapeutic school: A parent’s perspective
18 Mar 2025
Shoshana Moskowitz shares her deeply personal narrative about the struggles faced by her son Moshe, who battles with anxiety and ADHD. Despite supportive eff...
18 Mar 2025
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Lee Zeldin, the first Jewish EPA administrator, needs a refresher on Jewish values
17 Mar 2025
Lee Zeldin, the first Jewish administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), has faced criticism for his role in dismantling environmental regula...
17 Mar 2025
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The meaning of Purim in 2025
14 Mar 2025
The significance of Purim 2025 is highlighted through its enduring lesson on Jewish unity amidst internal divisions. Drawing a parallel between the Biblical ...
14 Mar 2025
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What the holiday of Purim can teach us about Jewish pride
13 Mar 2025
Purim, beyond its festive celebration, serves as a profound lesson in Jewish unity and resilience, especially relevant to today's Diaspora experience of anti...
13 Mar 2025
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One people, many voices: How Jewish unity thrives on difference
13 Mar 2025
Oded Revivi, CEO of the Anu Museum of the Jewish People in Tel Aviv, explores the essence of Jewish unity amidst diversity, drawing parallels to the American...
13 Mar 2025
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Investing in Jewish educators: The paradigm shift needed to achieve excellence
13 Mar 2025
The article emphasizes the importance of investing in the professional development of Jewish educators and challenges existing perceptions that equate ongoin...
13 Mar 2025
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Creating part-time Jewish education that inspires
12 Mar 2025
Rabbi David E. Levy of The Jewish Education Project discusses the evolution of part-time Jewish education, emphasizing the need for programs that inspire joy...
12 Mar 2025
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The history we tell: Raising up silenced voices in historical narratives
12 Mar 2025
"The Holocaust and Jewish Communities in Wartime North Africa," developed by Facing History and Ourselves, broadens historical narratives by highlighting the...
12 Mar 2025
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Increasing the light of gender equity in Adar
12 Mar 2025
Rachel Gildiner reflects on the intersection of Women's History Month, Daylight Savings Time, and the Jewish month of Adar, emphasizing the call to increase ...
12 Mar 2025
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We can apply lessons from universities to address antisemitism on middle and high school campuses
11 Mar 2025
Antisemitism in educational settings remains a concerning issue, not just at universities but also within middle and high schools. Insights from the Anti-Def...
11 Mar 2025
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Birthright Israel changed my life – and transformed my generation
11 Mar 2025
Elias Saratovsky, the current president and CEO of the Birthright Israel Foundation, reflects on the transformative impact of Birthright Israel over the past...
11 Mar 2025
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A blueprint for purposeful giving in Jewish education
10 Mar 2025
Jack Greenberg's $15 million legacy gift to Jewish day schools showcases a blueprint for effective philanthropic strategy in education. Greenberg, a fervent ...
10 Mar 2025
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Reaching our true potential: 7 ideas for investing in all of our talent
10 Mar 2025
Lisa Eisen calls on Jewish philanthropies to prioritize gender equity, emphasizing the need to invest in women's leadership and rights as a vital component f...
10 Mar 2025
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This International Women’s Day, make the choice to fund women entrepreneurs — in Ukraine, and globally
7 Mar 2025
In light of International Women's Day, Karyn Grossman Gershon, CEO of Project Kesher, emphasizes the importance of supporting women entrepreneurs in war-torn...
7 Mar 2025
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A talent investment mindset: The next frontier for Jewish communal innovation
7 Mar 2025
In the wake of transformative events like the COVID-19 crisis and the October 7 shifts, the Jewish community faces a unique opportunity to redefine its futur...
7 Mar 2025
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Moses set the table — can AI help serve the Torah?
6 Mar 2025
Sefaria, the world's largest free digital Jewish library, is pioneering the integration of artificial intelligence to enhance access to Torah learning. By em...
6 Mar 2025
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Conversations that need to happen
6 Mar 2025
Confronted with deep divisions in national politics and policy differences around Israel, alongside various religious and cultural disparities, the Jewish co...
6 Mar 2025
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Crisis response informed by prior experience: Your federation dollars at work
5 Mar 2025
Jewish federations have a long-standing partnership with the Jewish Agency for Israel, utilizing donor contributions to respond effectively to crises both in...
5 Mar 2025
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Trump’s climate policies and disaster-response cuts must be a wake-up call for Jewish communities
4 Mar 2025
Jewish communities face an existential threat due to climate change, with Trump's policy rollbacks exacerbating vulnerabilities. Key areas like Miami Beach a...
4 Mar 2025
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Leading, impact and moving forward: Reflections from four pioneering Jewish community executives
4 Mar 2025
In a recent episode of the podcast "It's Who You Know!", host Michelle W. Malkin speaks with four accomplished Jewish community leaders who have recently ste...
4 Mar 2025
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Want your voice heard in Israel? It’s time to vote (in America)
3 Mar 2025
Deborah Isaac and Michael H. Laufer, leaders in the American Zionist Movement, urge American Jews across all denominations to vote in the upcoming World Zion...
3 Mar 2025
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It’s time to take teens seriously: Lessons from three years of the Hartman Teen Fellowship
3 Mar 2025
The Hartman Teen Fellowship, developed by the Shalom Hartman Institute, emphasizes the importance of engaging Jewish teens seriously as thinkers and leaders....
3 Mar 2025
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From emergency to everyday: Making accessibility a year-round priority
28 Feb 2025
During Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance, and Inclusion Month (JDAIM), the story of Grayson Roberts shines a light on the necessity of year-round commi...
28 Feb 2025
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Times of challenge call for creativity
28 Feb 2025
Rabbi Adina Allen discusses how the creative power described in the Torah reflects humanity's innate creativity, which is vital in navigating contemporary so...
28 Feb 2025
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One way to help solve the rabbi shortage crisis: Invest in untapped JoC talent
28 Feb 2025
The rabbi shortage crisis within the Jewish community could be alleviated by nurturing rabbinical talent among Jews of Color (JoC), who are currently underre...
28 Feb 2025
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A 360-degree approach to strengthening Israel’s scientific future
27 Feb 2025
Israel faces a significant challenge with the emigration of its scientists and researchers, often referred to as a brain drain, which impacts its position as...
27 Feb 2025
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We’re channeling 23 years of experience into this moment
27 Feb 2025
The Koby Mandell Foundation in Israel embraces resilience as its core theme, channeling 23 years of bereavement support experience to help those affected by ...
27 Feb 2025
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The right initiative can make a serious difference in the special needs landscape
27 Feb 2025
Reflecting on the historical treatment of individuals like Uncle Abie, who faced systemic barriers due to his intellectual disability, this article emphasize...
27 Feb 2025
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It’s time for Jewish education to re-embrace the spiritual
26 Feb 2025
Jewish education is being encouraged to reconnect with spirituality, as highlighted by the efforts of Jewish LearningWorks in the Bay Area. Despite a deep gr...
26 Feb 2025
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In Jewish day schools, we invest in everything but teachers
26 Feb 2025
Jewish day schools have made significant investments in infrastructure and administrative roles, yet teachers—central to the educational experience—face chro...
26 Feb 2025
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‘No Body Talk Week’: Creating sacred space for our full selves
25 Feb 2025
Eden Village Camp is spearheading National No Body Talk Week, an initiative aimed at fostering deeper human connections by refraining from commenting on peop...
25 Feb 2025
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The art of engagement
25 Feb 2025
A unique partnership formed between Flo Low, founder of Bamah, and Whitney Weathers, UpStart's managing director of diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice...
25 Feb 2025
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Demanding equality for every child who doesn’t fit the mold
24 Feb 2025
Miriam Mark, a mother and executive director of Teach CA, reflects on the recent success of Orthodox Jewish parents in securing a landmark court decision. Th...
24 Feb 2025
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5 timeless lessons about building community in the nonprofit world
24 Feb 2025
Drawing lessons from a unique gathering of its grantees, The Good People Fund reveals insights into building community among small nonprofits in the U.S. and...
24 Feb 2025
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With supports for Jewish LGBTQ+ teens disappearing, Jewish organizations need to fill the gaps
21 Feb 2025
Jewish organizations are being called upon to support LGBTQ+ youth amidst increasing legislative and societal challenges, particularly during President Trump...
21 Feb 2025
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Three years later, JFNA’s volunteers remain loyal to Ukraine
21 Feb 2025
The article highlights the enduring commitment of the Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) and its volunteers to support Ukraine, especially amid the o...
21 Feb 2025
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And Batman wept
20 Feb 2025
The article deeply reflects on the emotional turmoil experienced by the Jewish community following the kidnapping of the Bibas family from Kibbutz Nir Oz, us...
20 Feb 2025
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‘Chazak v’ematz’: An ethos for the next generation of Jews
20 Feb 2025
Rachel Kohn reflects on the contemporary Jewish community's response to rising antisemitism and the challenges facing Jewish youth today. She highlights a se...
20 Feb 2025
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Why The iCenter’s ‘Mifgash That Matters’ really matters
20 Feb 2025
The iCenter's Mifgash That Matters program is an immersive educational experience that brings Jewish educators and professionals to Israel to confront its co...
20 Feb 2025