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Gina Bublil-Waldman and Sarah Levin discuss the importance of acting upon Jewish demographic research, particularly concerning Sephardi and Mizrahi Jews whos...

Jewish nonprofits are navigating a challenging period marked by reduced government support, cultural conflicts, and heightened public demand, exacerbated by ...

Robert Lichtman draws parallels between the Iroquois Seventh Generation Principle and Jewish values that are considered eternal. He highlights three enduring...

Rebecca Leibowitz Engel discusses how her father's sudden passing deepened her understanding of legacy giving and influenced her work in promoting legacy phi...

In an era dominated by digital campaigns, galas remain an irreplaceable method of cultivating genuine connections and solidarity in the philanthropic space, ...

Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik, a pivotal 20th-century Jewish thinker, sought to reconcile traditional Judaism with modern challenges through his concepts of C...

Jewish communal professionals are convening in Baltimore for JPro25, the largest gathering of its kind, highlighting the enduring commitment to Jewish life a...

The ongoing discourse on taxes should not overshadow the significant financial burden termed the "antisemitism tax," which Jewish communities face due to inc...

Queer Jews find themselves at a critical juncture, confronting both antisemitism and LGBTQ+ discrimination amidst socio-political crises in Israel and the U....

Jewish communities in North America are increasingly recognizing the importance of endowment giving, spurred by initiatives like Life & Legacy, a program by ...

Rabbi Aviva Richman reflects on the complex coexistence of gratitude and grief through her experiences with the Hallel prayer, particularly in the context of...

The closure of USAID has had a devastating impact on global humanitarian aid, abruptly ending vital programs and exposing the vulnerabilities of relying on a...

Israel's current mental health crisis, exacerbated by ongoing conflict, demands both immediate trauma care and innovative solutions for the future. Philanthr...

American Jewry is at a critical juncture facing significant demographic, political, and institutional challenges that require a new approach to community org...

Navigating the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on humanity, this discussion explores how Jewish values can offer an ethical framework for engaging wit...

Prayer for the government's welfare has deep Jewish roots, evolving across eras and denominations. Professor Jonathan Sarna notes variations in its recitatio...

The article emphasizes the imperative for Jewish campus professionals to support students facing antisemitism and anti-Israel sentiment on American college c...

Executive producer Bruce David Klein discusses the production of a documentary film about Jewish gangsters who combated American Nazis in the lead-up to Worl...

Interfaith couples often face challenges in integrating into Jewish life, feeling like outsiders in an insiders' community. The Embark program by Mem Global ...

The keynote address delivered at the Yom HaShoah commemoration in Paramus, NJ, highlights the personal and collective responsibility to remember the Holocaus...

Since the passing of Pope Francis, he has been commemorated for his groundbreaking interfaith initiatives, emphasizing that all religions are valid paths to ...

The passage highlights the significance of the Yoms, a series of Israeli national commemorations: Yom HaShoah, Yom HaZikaron, and Yom HaAtzmaut, which collec...

Social studies teacher Jennifer Wasserstrom Doty reflects on her innovative approach to Holocaust education as she nears retirement. Facing the dwindling num...

Amid rising antisemitism, Marina Rosenberg of the Anti-Defamation League highlights how Holocaust denial and distortion continue to fuel anti-Jewish sentimen...

In light of recent crises, there's a renewed call for 'catalytic capital' to revitalize vulnerable areas in Israel, going beyond military resilience to econo...

In the wake of increased antisemitic incidents following the October 7 Hamas attack, Ayal Feinberg highlights the urgent need to professionalize antisemitism...

In the wake of major challenges such as the aftermath of October 7 events, the Collaborative for Applied Studies in Jewish Educations (CASJE) Research Digest...

A unique and diverse group from Israel's hi-tech and philanthropic sectors will participate in this year's March of the Living at Auschwitz-Birkenau, spearhe...

Jewish Community Centers (JCCs) across North America are increasingly playing a crucial role in combating antisemitism by leveraging their position as cultur...

Aya Shechter emphasizes the need for a proactive rather than reactive approach to Jewish resilience, particularly in response to antisemitism. By drawing on ...

Easter remains a challenging time for Jewish communities due to continuing negative theological interpretations associated with the holiday. However, the art...

Passover is more than a remembrance of liberation; it serves as a participatory framework for imagining Jewish futures. The holiday's traditions, such as ret...

Passover Seders serve as a critical opportunity for Jewish families to engage in both education and tradition, with 62% of American Jews participating in the...

Jewish tradition places a high value on asking questions and being receptive to answers, which is a crucial skill reflected in both ancient narratives and mo...

The discussion of the Four Sons in the Pesach Seder offers profound insights into diversity and the appreciation of varying abilities. This metaphor extends ...

Passover is reimagined as not just a holiday of Jewish memory but also a strategic communications opportunity in Warren Cohen's narrative on Jewish storytell...

In the era of generative AI, fostering the Jewish tradition of creative interpretation is essential in education. This perspective is emphasized by rabbinica...

Jamie Geller, the chief communications officer for Aish, shares her experiences with microgiving, a fundraising approach that democratizes philanthropy by en...

Exploring the concept of a Chocolate Seder, this piece highlights an innovative approach to engaging individuals with Jewish tradition through a playful and ...

Rabbi Mendel Teldon argues that Jewish identity should not be defined by the struggle against antisemitism, but rather by positive engagement with Judaism. H...

Synagogues like Temple Israel in West Bloomfield, Michigan, are increasingly turning to data-driven strategies to enhance community engagement and improve op...

Leading philanthropist Barry Finestone argues that Jewish communal resources should be focused more on building a vibrant Jewish identity than solely combati...

Good Deeds Day, initiated in 2007 by Israeli philanthropist Shari Arison, has evolved into a global event uniting people across different nations in acts of ...

This piece explores the potential of pluralism to strengthen Jewish identity by fostering deep engagements across different faiths and viewpoints. The author...

In a bid to address plummeting Hebrew school enrollment and adapt to the diverse needs of self-identified unaffiliated Jewish families, a research initiative...

Jonathan Greenblatt, CEO of the Anti-Defamation League, argues that Jewish students on college campuses are facing an alarming rise in antisemitic attacks an...

In a world fraught with challenges, utilizing tefillah (Jewish prayer) as a tool for building spiritual resilience is gaining attention. Educator Eliana Ligh...

The article argues for a shift in North American Jewish education from focusing on the "vibes" of Israel education toward research-based strategies. Although...

With young Jewish students increasingly engaging with digital platforms, educators are innovating in Israel education through platforms like Unpacked for Edu...

Maxyne Finkelstein discusses the growing trend of pessimistic messaging, or "vice signaling," which undermines confidence and fosters negativity. She argues ...