Community Engagement

eJewishPhilanthropy · 20 Aug

The Jewish Federations of North America's Changemakers program highlights the shift in work preferences among Gen Z towards virtual interactions even as the world returns to in-person post-pandemic setups.

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ORT international students head to Italy to take on urban challenge and feed the world

Jewish Chronicle · 14 Aug

Jewish students from around the world participated in a sustainable solutions challenge in Italy organized by World ORT, focusing on developing urban agricultural projects to address food production challenges in cities.

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Storytelling gold: How nonprofits can learn from Olympic broadcasts

eJewishPhilanthropy · 5 Aug

The text emphasizes the power of storytelling, drawing parallels between the storytelling techniques used in Olympic broadcasts and their relevance to nonprofit work.

0 Communities Jewish Law

Ask the Rabbis | How Do We Balance Civility With Disapproval For Others’ Politics?

Moment in Moment · 31 Jul

In a discussion on balancing civility with disapproval for others' politics among rabbis representing various Jewish denominations, key points emerged: highlighting the importance of civil discourse despite disagreements, drawing lessons from the sages on respecting differing opinions, advocating for respectful dialogue even in challenging situations like political family divides, emphasizing the value of civility and justice over mere politeness, and stressing the need for empathy and understanding to bridge ideological divides.

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Oy, Canada: Jews feeling ‘vulnerable’ and ‘precarious’ on Canada Day after Oct. 7

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 30 Jun

This episode discusses the challenges and vulnerabilities faced by Jewish Canadians in light of antisemitic incidents since October 7th.

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Charedi girls’ school rated outstanding by Ofsted

Jewish Chronicle · 24 Jun

Menorah Primary School for Girls in Golders Green and Yesoiday Hatorah Girls in Manchester have both achieved outstanding ratings by Ofsted, with Menorah being praised for its exceptional quality and community involvement.

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Wake up and start dreaming

eJewishPhilanthropy · 21 Jun

In 1963, Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his iconic "I Have a Dream" speech during a time of intense turmoil, like the current challenges faced by the Jewish community.

0 Communities Literature

Invite your friends to read The Beinart Notebook

Peter Beinart in The Beinart Notebook · 2 Jun

The Beinart Notebook is a reader-supported publication that offers readers the opportunity to support the work through subscriptions.

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How a group of young Jewish funders chose to combat antisemitism

Rachel Kohn in eJewishPhilanthropy · 25 Apr

A group of young Jewish philanthropists established the Slingshot Giving Circle on Antisemitism in response to the growing concerns over antisemitism in college campuses and communities.

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How a group of young Jewish funders chose to combat antisemitism

Rachel Kohn in eJewishPhilanthropy · 25 Apr

A group of young Jewish philanthropists formed the Slingshot Giving Circle on Antisemitism in response to the rising antisemitism in the American Jewish community.

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Funders supported Israel in crisis. Now we need to help build a better future.

Rachel Kohn in eJewishPhilanthropy · 25 Mar

In the aftermath of terrorist attacks in Israel, the Jewish philanthropic community mobilized emergency aid and disaster-relief efforts to support the country during a time of crisis.

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How Sarah Kolker uses art to inspire her communities—Jewish, Black and beyond

Rivkush · 14 Mar

Sarah Kolker revitalized a neglected park in her Philadelphia neighborhood through community mobilization and art, transforming it into a vibrant space for gatherings.

0 Communities Culture

How Sarah Kolker uses art to inspire her communities—Jewish, Black and beyond

Rivkush · 14 Mar

Sarah Kolker, a Jewish artist and social justice advocate, uses her artistic talents to revitalize community spaces in Philadelphia, fostering a sense of belonging and safety.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Ritchie Torres on DEI, TikTok, and Black-Jewish Relations

The Glue, with Eric Fingerhut · 7 Mar

Congressman Ritchie Torres discusses the importance of shoring up Black-Jewish relations and addresses the challenges posed by DEI initiatives amidst rising antisemitism.

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Paul Rinkoff, Toronto’s top Jewish police community partnerships officer, has his hands full since Oct. 7

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 19 Feb

Inspector Paul Rinkoff, a Jewish officer in charge of community partnerships with the Toronto police, has been pivotal in maintaining community safety following the events of October 7th, amid an unprecedented surge in hate crimes and protests.

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Voices from the field: Educators respond to a historic moment

Rachel Kohn in eJewishPhilanthropy · 12 Feb

The Institute for Experiential Jewish Education and the Jewish Education Project conducted a survey to understand the experiences of Jewish educators, clergy, and engagement professionals following the events of October 7th in Israel.

0 Culture Antisemitism

Jew Don't Belong

Bonjour Chai · 9 Feb

JewBelong's recent pivot to aggressively tackle antisemitism alongside Robert Kraft's prominent marketing efforts have sparked debate over the effectiveness and audience of such campaigns.

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Friday Kibbitz: What is Your Favorite Hunger Relief Organization?

Leah Koenig in Jewish Table · 20 Oct 2023

In this article, the author discusses various hunger relief organizations and asks readers to share their favorite ones.

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Jewish day camps work. Are they in your investment portfolio?

Judah Gross in eJewishPhilanthropy · 5 Sep 2023

Jewish day camps have seen increasing investment, growth, and operational success since 2020.

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In Search of Spirituality: A Simple Experiment

Rabbi Noah Cheses in Jewish Action · 3 Sep 2023

The article discusses the challenges and changes in people's attitudes towards davening (prayer) after the Covid pandemic.

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Singlehood in the Community: Are We Missing the Mark?

JA Mag in Jewish Action · 3 Sep 2023

This article discusses the issue of singlehood within the Orthodox Jewish community.

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You are so invited to my mitzvah project

Judah Gross in eJewishPhilanthropy · 30 Aug 2023

"You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah," a new Netflix film, follows Stacy Friedman as she undergoes the process of becoming a bat mitzvah and explores the concept of the mitzvah project.

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A higher education partnership to elevate Jewish early childhood education

Judah Gross in eJewishPhilanthropy · 30 Aug 2023

The article discusses a partnership called "To Teach and To Learn" between the Jewish Community Federation and Endowment Fund in San Francisco and American Jewish University.

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Getting off the bimah and into the community

Judah Gross in eJewishPhilanthropy · 8 Aug 2023

Rabbi Danny Burkeman reflects on his experience as a faculty member at URJ's Crane Lake Camp, emphasizing the importance of engaging with campers outside of traditional roles.

0 Ethics Antisemitism

I’m a rabbi who survived the Pittsburgh synagogue attack. Killing the shooter won’t bring my slain congregants back

Rabbi Jonathan Perlman in Forward · 2 Aug 2023

Rabbi Jonathan Perlman, a survivor of the Pittsburgh synagogue shooting, reflects on the sentencing of the shooter to death.

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