Hadassah
‘Displaced Persons’
24 Jun
"Displaced Persons" by Joan Leegant is a collection of poignant stories focusing on characters struggling with afflictions, trauma, and a search for stabilit...
24 Jun
Hadassah
A Tale of Lists and Blacklists
7 Jun
The text discusses the controversy surrounding a spreadsheet titled "is your fav author a zionist?" which categorizes authors as pro-Israel/Zionist or pro-Pa...
7 Jun
Hadassah
Notice of 2024 Annual Meeting of Voting Members
6 Jun
Hadassah, The Women's Zionist Organization of America, Inc., has announced its 2024 Annual Meeting of Voting Members to be held at Planet Hollywood Resort an...
6 Jun
Hadassah
A Catholic Ally
6 Jun
The author, a Roman Catholic, shares her journey of supporting Jewish friends and combatting antisemitism, including replacing the Star of Bethlehem with a S...
6 Jun
Hadassah
Hadassah’s Multifront Advocacy in Action
5 Jun
Hadassah, a Jewish women's organization, is actively engaged in advocacy on multiple fronts including fighting antisemitism, promoting stem-cell research, an...
5 Jun
Hadassah
Magazine Discussion: In Conversation With Joan Nathan
4 Jun
Renowned Jewish culinary figure Joan Nathan, author of the memoir "My Life in Recipes: Food, Family, and Memories," will be interviewed by Hadassah Magazine'...
4 Jun
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‘Hadassah Magazine’ Wins Big at the 2024 Rockower Awards
4 Jun
Hadassah Magazine achieved significant success at the 2024 Rockower Awards, receiving eight awards from the American Jewish Press Association for their work ...
4 Jun
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One Book, One Hadassah: Talia Carner
30 May
Hadassah is hosting a special One Book, One Hadassah event featuring Israeli author Talia Carner discussing her book "The Boy with the Star Tattoo" at their ...
30 May
Hadassah
The Psychological Impact of the Rise of Antisemitism
23 May
The rise of antisemitism in recent years has had a significant psychological impact on Jewish individuals across various age groups, leading to anxiety, disr...
23 May
Hadassah
In Israel, Hope and Despair
22 May
The documentary "Mourning in Lod" explores the interconnected stories of two murders in Israel in May 2021, where a Jewish man, Yigal Yehoshua, was killed by...
22 May
Hadassah
New Jewish Books to Kvell About
22 May
The article highlights several new Jewish books worth celebrating. "Lolita at Leonards of Great Neck and Other Stories" by Shira Dicker presents bold Jewish ...
22 May
Hadassah
Promising to Fund a Jewish Future
21 May
The Jewish Future Promise (JFP) campaign urges Jews to commit at least half of their charitable bequests to build a Jewish future, with over 50,000 signatori...
21 May
Hadassah
‘To Be a Jew Today’
21 May
Noah Feldman's book "To Be a Jew Today" delves into the complexities of Jewish identity, moving beyond denominational labels to explore four distinct Jewish ...
21 May
Hadassah
‘Goddess of Warsaw’ Turned It Girl
21 May
"The Goddess of Warsaw" by Lisa Barr is a captivating work of historical fiction following the story of Lena Browning, a Hollywood star with a past as Bina B...
21 May
Hadassah
‘The Scrolls of Deborah’
21 May
"The Scrolls of Deborah" by Esther Goldenberg is a feminist reimagining of biblical stories, focusing on matriarch Rebekah and her nursemaid Deborah. The nov...
21 May
Hadassah
How Well Do You Know Israeli History?
20 May
The text discusses common misconceptions and historical facts about Israeli history. It clarifies that the term "Palestine" originated from the Romans Latini...
20 May
Hadassah
Hadassah Mobilizes Support for Israeli Women
20 May
Hadassah has launched the global campaign "End The Silence" to bring attention to the weaponization of sexual violence by Hamas, with over 130,000 people and...
20 May
Hadassah
A Sojourn in Jewish Provence
20 May
Provence, a region known for its summer heat and picturesque landscapes, was once a vibrant center of French Jewish life, particularly during the period when...
20 May
Hadassah
When Women Couldn’t Eat at the Plaza
17 May
In the late 1960s, a pivotal moment in the women's rights movement took place at the Plaza Hotel in Manhattan when women were barred from dining at the Oak R...
17 May
Hadassah
Commemorating October 7 With Tattoos
16 May
In response to the October 7th terrorist attacks at the Nova music festival, Israelis and Jews worldwide are turning to tattoos as a way to commemorate the e...
16 May
Hadassah
Fresh Meaning and Raw Memory
8 May
Hadassah Medical Organization staff members exemplified heroism by aiding terror attack victims in Jerusalem, reflecting the ongoing cycle of calm and violen...
8 May
Hadassah
18 Voices for Israel
8 May
Hadassah Magazine recently recognized 18 women who embody Zionism in their personal and professional lives, showcasing a diverse group of Jewish and Christia...
8 May
Hadassah
Despite the Angst, We’re Not Crossing Schools Off the List
8 May
Amid campus unrest and anti-Israel sentiments, a parent discusses the impact on choosing colleges for her children, emphasizing the importance of not shying ...
8 May
Hadassah
Jewish Students Shouldn’t Be Forced to Hide
8 May
Amidst recent protests at Columbia University and rising antisemitism, the importance of Jewish identity and pride is highlighted. The article reflects on pa...
8 May
Hadassah
If Middlebury and Brown Are Out, What’s In?
8 May
A Jewish parent navigates college visits for their high school junior amid concerns of antisemitism on campuses, opting to skip visits to Middlebury and Brow...
8 May
Hadassah
The Israel-Hamas War Being Fought on Campus
7 May
The article describes a parent's concern over recent pro-Palestinian protests and antisemitic sentiments on college campuses, particularly highlighted during...
7 May
Hadassah
A Northwestern Alumna and Mom Weighs In
7 May
The text describes a Jewish mother's concerns about the anti-Israel sentiment on her son's campus at Northwestern University, where pro-Palestinian protester...
7 May
Hadassah
Saying Goodbye to the American Jewish Dream at Brown?
7 May
The author reflects on the changing landscape for American Jewish students at Brown University, highlighting a shift from the traditional American Jewish dre...
7 May
Hadassah
Yizkor Books Offer Genealogical Breadcrumbs
7 May
Yizkor books, compiled by survivors after WWII, serve as crucial documents of pre-war Jewish life and the Holocaust, containing firsthand accounts and vital ...
7 May
Hadassah
Joan Nathan’s Insatiable Curiosity
6 May
Joan Nathan's memoir "My Life in Recipes: Food, Family, and Memories" offers a captivating glimpse into her 81 years of life as a celebrated Jewish food writ...
6 May
Hadassah
Jewish Mothers Past, Present and Biblical
6 May
The article "Jewish Mothers Past, Present and Biblical" likely discusses the role and characteristics of Jewish mothers throughout history, in contemporary t...
6 May
Hadassah
They Also Served
6 May
The National Museum of American Jewish Military History in Washington, D.C., showcases the vital role Jews have played in the American military from colonial...
6 May
Hadassah
‘The Tattooist of Auschwitz’ Glorifies Love. Should It?
2 May
"The Tattooist of Auschwitz," a new limited streaming series based on the novel of the same name, depicts the love story between Holocaust survivors Lale Sok...
2 May
Hadassah
This Hebrew Root Is About Playing to Our Strength
2 May
The article explores the Hebrew root כֹּחַ (kof, feh, tav), meaning strength, and its various associations with military might, leadership, and power in Jewi...
2 May
Hadassah
Motherless Child
2 May
The author reflects on feeling like a motherless child despite her mother being alive, detailing her mother's erratic behavior that went unexplained in the 1...
2 May
Hadassah
Mourn, Protest, Barbecue
1 May
In response to the turbulent events in Israel, including protests against the government's policies and the aftermath of terrorist attacks, Israelis have bee...
1 May
Hadassah
Guide to Jewish Literature – May/June 2024
1 May
The May/June 2024 edition of Hadassah Magazine features a guide to Jewish literature. It highlights various works within the Jewish literary world during tha...
1 May
Hadassah
Hadassah Foundation: Mission Critical
1 May
The Hadassah Foundation focuses on advancing gender equity in the United States and Israel, supporting organizations that promote women's rights and address ...
1 May
Hadassah
Having the Conversation With Noa Tishby
1 May
Noa Tishby, an Israeli activist, actor, and advocate for Israel, has been actively using social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok to raise awareness ...
1 May
Hadassah
Jewish Poetry’s Renaissance—and Challenges
18 Apr
The organization Yetzirah: A Hearth for Jewish Poetry, founded by poet Jessica Jacobs, provides a supportive space for Jewish poets and writers to explore an...
18 Apr
Hadassah
One Book, One Hadassah Discussion Guide: ‘Dwell Time’
16 Apr
"Dwell Time: A Memoir of Art, Exile, and Repair" by Rosa Lowinger delves into the author's personal history as a Cuban-born art conservator, intertwining the...
16 Apr
Hadassah
Faith and Family in ‘We Were the Lucky Ones’
10 Apr
"We Were the Lucky Ones" on Hulu shines a light on the importance of faith and family in surviving hardship, depicting a Polish Jewish family's struggles dur...
10 Apr
Hadassah
‘Cooking Together’ With Israelis Near the Gaza Border
9 Apr
"Cooking Together" is a cookbook featuring farm-to-table recipes from Israeli families near the Gaza border, showcasing the region's agricultural bounty. The...
9 Apr
Hadassah
45 Days in Spring
5 Apr
Between March 8 and April 22, Hadassah engaged in various global initiatives, including campaigns to end silence on crimes against women by Hamas, advocacy f...
5 Apr
Hadassah
Judy Gold’s Israel Act
3 Apr
Comedian Judy Gold, in a recent interview, reflects on the rise of antisemitism and the importance of defending Israel in the entertainment industry. She cri...
3 Apr
Hadassah
One Beautiful Egg: The First Gestational Surrogacy
3 Apr
Sandye Rudnitzky shares her journey of pursuing gestational surrogacy in the 1980s after facing infertility issues, leading to the birth of her daughter Jill...
3 Apr
Hadassah
Plant-based for Passover? In ‘Nosh,’ Micah Siva Says, Yes
2 Apr
Micah Siva's cookbook "Nosh: Plant-Forward Recipes Celebrating Modern Jewish Cuisine" offers plant-based recipes suitable for Passover, including Vegan Matzo...
2 Apr
Hadassah
‘Kiss Me Kosher’ Offers Laughter, Romance and Clashing Cultures
2 Apr
"Kiss Me Kosher" is a heartfelt rom-com that delves into themes of love, identity, and cultural clashes. The film follows Shira, a lesbian woman, in a relati...
2 Apr
Hadassah
Holocaust Survivor Receives Germany’s Highest Honor
26 Mar
Holocaust survivor Marion Blumenthal Lazan, at 89, was recently honored with Germany's highest civilian award, the Order of Merit, for her tireless efforts i...
26 Mar
Hadassah
A Mission Like No Other
26 Mar
A delegation of nearly 50 Hadassah members and supporters embarked on a solidarity mission to Israel in January, led by Hadassah National President Carol Ann...
26 Mar