As synagogues welcome new rabbis and staff on July 1st, Rabbi Mary Zamore suggests that congregations should adopt clear family and medical leave policies to support their clergy's professional and personal well-being.

Shelley Zalis, a prominent advocate for gender equity, is active on the elite conference circuit, addressing issues of gender parity and caregiving support for women in top leadership positions.

The text discusses the topic of Orthodox women's leadership in Jewish communities, focusing on the barriers women face in attaining high-level leadership positions and suggesting proactive approaches to address these challenges.

The article discusses the ongoing debate around the inclusion of women in intensive Torah study, particularly focusing on the need to update communal attitudes and practices.