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Chasing a Jewish Genealogical Mystery
Genealogical research pieces together a teen’s fate from pogrom-era Europe to the shadows of Argentina’s sex trade.

Genealogical research pieces together a teen’s fate from pogrom-era Europe to the shadows of Argentina’s sex trade.
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Ramping up—and Rethinking— Israel Education
Jewish day schools in the United States tackle the impact of October 7 in the classroom.

Jewish day schools in the United States tackle the impact of October 7 in the classroom.
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‘Let There Be Light’ Feels More Urgent Than Ever
‘I can’t think of a declaration more intrepid or poignant for the first painful anniversary of October 7,’ writes Abigail Pogrebin.

‘I can’t think of a declaration more intrepid or poignant for the first painful anniversary of October 7,’ writes Abigail Pogrebin.
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Time for a Reassessment Among Jewish Americans
“If antisemitism is a fact, then what can we do about it?,” Rabbi Diana Fresko writes. “Historically, there are three options: Stay and fight, leave and rebuild, or do nothing.”

“If antisemitism is a fact, then what can we do about it?,” Rabbi Diana Fresko writes. “Historically, there are three options: Stay and fight, leave
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Israel’s Other Secret Weapon
Israel’s secret weapon, Golda Meir once said, is that “we have no place else to go.” But there’s another tool in our arsenal: community.

Israel’s secret weapon, Golda Meir once said, is that “we have no place else to go.” But there’s another tool in our arsenal: community.
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Jewish Girls Make the Grade
Girls are reaching new levels of academic success, in the process surpassing boys in earning undergraduate and graduate degrees.

Girls are reaching new levels of academic success, in the process surpassing boys in earning undergraduate and graduate degrees.

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Holidays

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Holidays

Environmental Justice Through a Jewish Lens

by Madeline Canfield

by Madeline Canfield

Let’s make bold plans to protect the earth together.

Teen Essay Winner: Speaking Up Against Antisemitism and More

by Everett Rattray

by Everett Rattray

When we band together, the louder our battle cry will be!

Battling Antisemitism on Campus

by Rahel Musleah

by Rahel Musleah

As antisemitism and anti-Israel sentiment heat up on college campuses, new strategies emerge.

A Nearly Extinct Language Experiences a Zoom Boom

by Hannah S. Pressman

Whenever I am learning a language on a deep level, it permeates my dreams.

Living on the Edge of Food Insecurity

by Cathryn J. Prince

Jews are not immune to food insecurity. While charities help address the need, they will never be able to feed every hungry person in their community.

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The Power of Purpose: Women Effecting Change

Hadassah welcomes some of the biggest names in America and Israel, women known for making the greatest impact on social justice, women’s health, advocacy and innovation.

Jewish Woman Gives Birth to a New Book! Mazal Tov!

by Talia Liben Yarmush

by Talia Liben Yarmush

This Jewish author wants the world to reconsider what success and achievement looks like, particularly for women.

When Thanksgiving Spills Into Hanukkah

by Yael Buechler

This year, we encounter a rare phenomenon: Hanukkah begins on the Sunday night after Thanksgiving.