Jewish Community Relations Council

0 Culture Jewish Law

To fight hate, these Brooklyn-based nonprofit professionals wrote a comic book together

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA · 20 Nov

We Are Brooklyn: Stories of Hope is a new comic book that features personal narratives highlighting diverse cultural intersections in Brooklyn, developed by nonprofit professionals participating in the We Are All Brooklyn Fellowship Against Hate.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Pittsburgh Jewish groups hope to quash a referendum that would force the city to boycott Israel

Andrew Lapin in JTA · 16 Aug

Jewish groups in Pittsburgh are working to block a referendum that would require the city to boycott companies doing business with Israel.

0 Education Communities

More Truth - To truly oppose the right’s attacks on education, Jewish communities must face Palestinian history.

Jewish Currents · 12 Aug

The text discusses the impact of censorship on education, particularly in relation to Jewish communities and Palestinian history.

0 Antisemitism Communities

Pro-Palestinian vandals deface apartment building of Columbia University administrator

Luke Tress in JTA · 9 Aug

Pro-Palestinian vandals recently defaced the apartment building of Columbia University's chief operating officer, Cas Holloway, in New York City.

0 Israel Antisemitism

Minnesota’s Jews celebrate as their ‘mensch’ Gov. Tim Walz enters the national spotlight

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA · 7 Aug

Jewish Minnesotans are celebrating Governor Tim Walz's increased national visibility, citing his longstanding support for the Jewish community and Israel.

0 Politics Communities

Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly emerges as top veepstakes contender

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider · 24 Jul

Arizona Senator Mark Kelly is being considered as a potential running mate for Vice President Kamala Harris, with proponents emphasizing his background as an astronaut and military service.

0 Israel Communities

When Portland charities condemned Israel, Jewish philanthropy was put to the test

Andrew Lapin in JTA · 14 Jul

In Portland, Oregon, a rift arose in Jewish philanthropy when the Oregon Food Bank issued a statement criticizing Israel's actions in Gaza during the Israel-Hamas conflict, prompting Jewish groups, including Congregation Beth Israel and the local federation, to cease their support.

0 Holocaust Communities

U of Minnesota backtracks on Holocaust Center hire who accused Israel of genocide

Andrew Lapin in JTA · 11 Jun

The University of Minnesota initially selected an Israeli scholar, Raz Segal, who accused Israel of genocide as the new director of its Center for Holocaust and Genocide Studies, sparking backlash from Jewish groups and prompting board resignations.

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‘Bring them home’ means different things to Israelis and American Jews

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA · 9 Jun

In a recent pro-Israel parade in New York and a rally in Tel Aviv, divergent perspectives on bringing hostages home were highlighted.

0 Antisemitism Communities

Jewish leaders condemn vandalism of OY/YO sign at Brooklyn Museum

Julia Gergely in JTA · 5 Jun

Jewish leaders have condemned the vandalism of the iconic OY/YO sculpture at the Brooklyn Museum by protesters who defaced it with pro-Palestinian graffiti during a demonstration.

0 Politics Communities

‘Bring them home’ chants replace usual festive mood at New York’s annual parade for Israel

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 2 Jun

During New York's annual Israel Parade, the traditional festive atmosphere was replaced by chants of "Bring them home" in a show of solidarity for hostages held by Hamas in Gaza.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Israelis in New York protest members of Netanyahu’s coalition participating in annual Israel parade

Luke Tress in JTA · 31 May

Israeli protesters in New York, including prominent community members and activists, have expressed opposition to the participation of Israeli government officials, particularly from Prime Minister Netanyahu's coalition, in the annual Israel parade.

0 History Communities

Don’t make the same mistake twice

eJewishPhilanthropy · 29 May

In the 1990s, a significant shift occurred in American Jewish priorities where attention turned from external threats to internal challenges within the community.

0 Communities Antisemitism

NYC’s Israel parade this year will stress solidarity — and security — over celebration

Stewart Ain in JTA · 28 May

The Israel parade on Fifth Avenue this year will emphasize solidarity and security over celebration, with the theme of "Bring them home" calling for the release of hostages held by Hamas.

0 Antisemitism Education

Negotiating with Terrorists

Emily Alhadeff in The Cholent · 24 May

The University of Washington recently reached an agreement with anti-Israel activists to dismantle their quad encampment after the university president condemned certain rhetoric as vile and antisemitic.

0 Communities Leadership

Creating a positive board culture in challenging times

eJewishPhilanthropy · 20 May

The text discusses how crucial it is for Jewish organizations to have a positive board culture led by accountable and transparent lay and professional leaders aligned with the organization's mission.

0 Politics Education

California university president placed on leave after agreeing to boycott Israeli institutions

Philissa Cramer in JTA · 16 May

The president of Sonoma State University in California, after agreeing to an academic boycott of Israel and other concessions to pro-Palestinian protesters on campus, was placed on leave following backlash and suspension for insubordination.

0 Holocaust Education

Middle school teacher who showed photo of ‘cute’ baby Hitler under investigation in Connecticut

Andrew Lapin in JTA · 15 May

A middle school teacher in Connecticut was suspended for a lesson on the Holocaust that involved asking students to draw a swastika, list positive things about Hitler, and comment on a "cute" baby photo of him.

0 Antisemitism Communities

After making deals with protesters, universities are granting hearings on Israel divestment

Andrew Lapin in JTA · 10 May

University of Minnesota's board meeting saw a dialogue on divesting from Israel following negotiations with protesters.

0 Holocaust Communities

At a model Passover seder, Holocaust survivors and NYC Council members celebrate unity

Julia Gergely in JTA · 16 Apr

Holocaust survivors Jacob and Hedy Weiss, along with NYC Council members, participated in a model Passover seder to promote unity and solidarity amidst heightened tensions.

0 Antisemitism Communities

The grassroots efforts to tackle anti-Israel activity as it spreads to communities

Haley Cohen in Jewish Insider · 4 Apr

Efforts to challenge anti-Israel activity expanding from campuses to communities in the U.S. have been met with grassroots resistance.

0 Communities Gender/Identity

Ruth Fein, ‘absolute giant of the Boston Jewish community,’ dies at 96

Penny Schwartz in Forward · 27 Feb

Ruth Fein, a pioneering figure in the Boston Jewish community, passed away at the age of 96.

0 Communities Education

‘A crisis-level emergency’: Incoming JCRC chief Mark Treyger plans to focus on education to combat antisemitism

Luke Tress in JTA · 15 Feb

Mark Treyger, the CEO of the Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC), plans to address the rise in antisemitism through education.

0 Politics Israel

Jewish mayor of Minneapolis issues veto, Chicago mayor votes yes in latest wave of ceasefire resolutions

Andrew Lapin in JTA · 1 Feb

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, who is Jewish, vetoed a resolution endorsing a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war, calling it one-sided and divisive.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Should schools suspend students for chanting ‘From the river to the sea’? A federal investigation in Minnesota will test the issue.

Andrew Lapin in JTA · 31 Jan

The Edina Public Schools in Minnesota are facing a federal investigation for alleged Islamophobic discrimination.

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