Tag: Jewish Institutions

The article discusses the current wave of antisemitism, emphasizing that it goes beyond the recent conflict in Gaza and is reshaping the world for Jews.
Jewish Currents, a historically secular magazine, has introduced a commentary on the Torah portion in response to a growing alienation from mainstream Jewish institutions and a desire for spiritual connection among its community members, despite some objections.
Following a period of apparent safety and prosperity for Jews in Israel and the United States, the events of October 7 disrupted this sense of security, revealing vulnerabilities in Jewish institutions.
The text discusses concerns over the teaching of gender and sexuality in Jewish educational settings, including references to the existence of multiple genders, the intersection of gender ideology and Jewish life, and the influence of organizations like KeshetUK.
The Reconstructionist movement, led by Rabbi Deborah Waxman, emphasizes diversity and support for Israel while opposing the occupation of the West Bank and advocating for Palestinian self-determination.
The author reflects on their personal journey of Jewish affiliation, revealing a deep connection to Orthodox Judaism stemming from a family history where Jewish life was actively maintained.
Young Jews are increasingly distancing themselves from Jewish institutions due to conflicts surrounding Zionism and Israel.
The author, a Jewish elected official in Rochester, discusses the challenges faced by Jewish institutions in defining and combating antisemitism in the current political landscape.
Antisemitic incidents in New York City saw a significant rise in March with 43 reported cases, doubling from February's 17 incidents and marking the highest for the year.
Rabbi Haskel Lookstein and his son, Rabbi Joshua Lookstein, discuss the challenges of continuing a rabbinic dynasty on the 18Forty Podcast.
Two Philadelphia-area Conservative synagogues, Temple Beth Hillel-Beth El and Temple Beth Zion-Beth Israel, were recently vandalized with antisemitic and anti-Israel graffiti.
The article emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and addressing the diverse challenges within the Jewish community, challenging stereotypes of uniform prosperity and resilience.
The text challenges stereotypes about the Jewish community, highlighting the pervasive need and vast challenges faced by individuals, including hidden vulnerabilities.
Eric and Erin Warner, along with their friend Jason Craig, have created a concept album titled "A Song for Ira," inspired by their grandfather's experiences in Jewish Toronto.
Hundreds of synagogues and Jewish institutions in the US have received bomb threats, marking a significant increase in a months-long series of hoax threats.
The documentary film Israelism, which examines the challenges faced by young American Jews reconciling their connection to Israel with the realities faced by Palestinians, has faced a coordinated campaign to cancel its screenings at several universities.
The recent controversy at the 92nd Street Y highlights the challenges faced by Jewish institutions in maintaining pro-Israel politics alongside a broad cultural mission.
As the High Holidays approach, Jewish communities are being urged to prepare for possible bomb threats.
JewBelong, an organization based in New York, is using billboards to reach out to disengaged and unaffiliated Jews (referred to as "DJs").
The Biden administration has unveiled a 60-page plan to counter antisemitism in the United States, which includes policy announcements and recommendations for government agencies, businesses, and civil society organizations.
Since the fall of Communism in Ukraine, there has been a revival of Jewish life and observance in the country.
The rise of "Snowflake Zionism" is a concerning trend in pro-Israel advocacy, exemplified by the outraged response from Jewish organizations and right-leaning outlets to a pro-Palestinian protest at the University of Michigan.
A new report from environmental group Dayenu urges Jewish institutions in the U.S. to divest billions of dollars from the fossil fuel industry.
In a roundtable discussion conducted by The Minyan, Jewish Americans with physical disabilities share their experiences and challenges in Jewish spaces.
The author discusses the challenges faced by leaders in Jewish philanthropy, including cancel culture, incivility, and illiberalism.