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#JewishFederations build flourishing communities in over 350 places across North America and in 70 countries around the world and Israel.

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Jewish Federations of North America @jfederations.bsky.social · 35m

“This city, with the establishment of this memorial, which centers the Jewish story in a very special, cultural, spiritual, dare I say religious way, makes a statement,” said Jewish Federation Los Angeles President and CEO, Rabbi Noah Farkas https://ow.ly/r2rS50X9QTj

Beverly Hills hosts site dedication for ‘Forty Steps’ Oct. 7 memorial - Beverly Press & Park Labrea News

Two years after the Hamas attacks in Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, the city of Beverly Hills has...

Jewish Federations of North America @jfederations.bsky.social · 1h

“Jewish joy is an act of courage — to sing, to celebrate holidays, to gather in community and to pass on tradition even when the world feels heavy,” writes Michael Balaban, president and CEO of the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia. https://ow.ly/XFk250X9QOa

Two Years Later: Choosing Jewish Joy and Hope Through War and Loss

Explore the reflections of Michael Balaban on the aftermath of violence and the resilience of the Jewish community.

Jewish Federations of North America @jfederations.bsky.social · 1d

“If the goal of terrorists is to evoke fear, a powerful response may be to find uplift, hope, friendship, and meaning.” Read more from Jewish Federations of North America's very own Rabbi Michael Uram and Rabbi Joshua Stanton: www.jpost.com/opinion/arti...

Jews to rejoice during Sukkot on Oct. 7 as resistance | The Jerusalem Post

As we commemorate October 7, 2023, we can spiritually invite into our sukkah those who were murdered and those who were injured; those who were taken hostage and and those who still are being held.

Jewish Federations of North America @jfederations.bsky.social · 1d

“Oct. 7 was not just an attack on Israel, it was an assault on the Jewish people everywhere,” said Audra Berg, president & CEO of the Jewish Federation of Broward County. “It shattered a sense of safety that many Jews, especially in America, had felt.” https://ow.ly/1iFA50X9QnA

South Florida remembers October 7. Here’s a look at the Broward memorial

Nearly 700 people gathered on Sunday in Davie to honor lives lost, pray for peace and stand in solidarity with the Jewish community two years after the deadly October 7 attacks in Israel.

Jewish Federations of North America @jfederations.bsky.social · 1d

“This war has gone on long enough... it needs to end with the release of the hostages, and it needs to end in a way that Hamas can no longer be a threat to Israel.” - Goldie Pekarsky, Jewish Federation of Greater Rockford

Rockford faith leaders hope for end to Israel-Hamas conflict amid breakthrough

Members of the Jewish and Muslim communities in Rockford are expressing hope for an end to the Israel-Hamas war. This comes after Israel and Hamas agreed to the first phase

Jewish Federations of North America @jfederations.bsky.social · 1d

“There’s no words to describe what it’s going to feel like when they’re finally home with their families, it will be fraught, it will be complicated...but we have been praying for this,” said Rabbi Marc Baker, President and CEO of Combined Jewish Philanthropies.

Boston Jewish community expresses relief as Middle East peace deal takes shape

A sense of relief among the Jewish community in Boston as the news spreads about the peace deal in the Middle East.

Jewish Federations of North America @jfederations.bsky.social · 1d

The Jewish Federation of Greater Nashville condemned the resolution as “offensive, inaccurate and biased,” and called for Nashvillians to take action to table the resolution. https://ow.ly/2Jiq50X9Q0k

Nashville's Jewish Federation criticizes council member over Israel-Hamas war resolution

The Jewish Federation of Greater Nashville is criticizing a Metro Nashville Council member over her proposed resolution denouncing the U.S. and Israel’s actions in Gaza.

Jewish Federations of North America @jfederations.bsky.social · 2d

“In the last two years, we've seen the strength and resilience of the Jewish community that has really shined through creating a surge in unity, philanthropy and activism that has swept across North America." - Bobby Naimark, Jewish Federation of Western Massachusetts https://ow.ly/ALA050X9ibW

"We've seen the strength and resilience of the Jewish Community"

"During this time, we take the time to mourn the victims, honor the brave soldiers still defending Israel." Jewish Federation of Western Massachusetts remembering October 7, 2023 attacks.

Jewish Federations of North America @jfederations.bsky.social · 2d

“Using words like ‘annihilation’ and ‘exterminate’ send a clear message of violence that shakes our community to its core,” said Julie Stanley, CEO of JewishColumbus https://ow.ly/BeVa50X9ihg

Ohio Jewish federation calls for apology over iman's sermon

JewishColumbus is demanding an apology from the Noor Islamic Cultural Center in Hilliard after an imam’s Sept. 5 sermon included a call for “Allah to exterminate those who rejoice when

Jewish Federations of North America @jfederations.bsky.social · 2d

"Even in the face of unprecedented levels of antisemitism, we continue to see what #JewishFederations have termed 'the Surge,'” explained Jewish Federations of North America president and CEO Eric Fingerhut https://ow.ly/Zctt50X9ial

New study finds more than half of US Jews experienced antisemitism in past year

A new ADL-Jewish Federations of North America study finds 1/3 of American Jews witnessed an incident of actual or threatened antisemitic violence in the past year; and believe it to be a normal Jewish experience.

Jewish Federations of North America @jfederations.bsky.social · 2d

“Once again, we are witnessing hate-filled violence targeting innocent people simply for gathering in prayer — a fundamental right that must be protected for people of every faith,” said Lisa Long, CEO of the Youngstown Area Jewish Federation. https://ow.ly/yMZX50X9i9c

Youngstown Area Jewish Federation speaks out against ‘hate-filled violence’

The Youngstown Area Jewish Federation has released a statement condemning the recent attack on a Manchester synagogue during the Jewish holiday Yom Kippur, which left two dead, and the recent shooting at a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Michigan, which left eight injured and two dead.

Jewish Federations of North America @jfederations.bsky.social · 3d

Jewish Federations of North America celebrate the exciting news of the deal between Israel and Hamas to return all the remaining hostages home and end the war. Read our full statement on the blog: https://ow.ly/YvVE50X92F1

Jewish Federations of North America @jfederations.bsky.social · 5d

“This surge in Jewish engagement represents hope and determination in the face of hate,” said Eric Fingerhut, the president and CEO of Jewish Federations of North America.

1 in 3 US Jews have taken action amid antisemitism many now see as 'normal,' analysis finds - Jewish Telegraphic Agency

A new study by the ADL and Jewish Federations found that 14% of Jews have mapped out plans to flee the country.

Jewish Federations of North America @jfederations.bsky.social · 5d

“This surge in Jewish engagement represents hope and determination in the face of hate,” said Eric Fingerhut, the president and CEO of Jewish Federations of North America.

1 in 3 US Jews have taken action amid antisemitism many now see as 'normal,' analysis finds - Jewish Telegraphic Agency

A new study by the ADL and Jewish Federations found that 14% of Jews have mapped out plans to flee the country.

Jewish Federations of North America @jfederations.bsky.social · 5d

“I think this is a real opportunity for rebuilding relations with Jews and Muslims after October 7,” said Rabbi Asher Lopatin, with the Jewish Federation of Greater Anne Arbor, of the goodwill mission to Syria: ow.ly/UrTe50X7aML

Jewish delegation visits Syria on goodwill mission | The Jerusalem Post

ANTISEMITISM AFFAIRS: The mission sought to explore the prospects of a new chapter of Jewish-Muslim relations after a regime change in Syria.

Jewish Federations of North America @jfederations.bsky.social · 5d

“Rather than retreating in fear, American Jews are choosing to stand together, strengthen their bonds and affirm their identity,” said Jewish Federations of North America’s president and CEO Eric Fingerhut.

Many US Jews have taken action amid antisemitism many now see as ‘normal,’ analysis finds

A new study by the ADL and Jewish Federations found that 14% of Jews have mapped out plans to flee the country.

Jewish Federations of North America @jfederations.bsky.social · 6d

New on the blog: #JewishFederations and the ADL have released a study that found over half of Jewish Americans experienced at least one form of antisemitism in the past 12 months and 57% believe that antisemitism is now a normal Jewish experience.

Federations-ADL Study: Over 50% of American Jews Faced Antisemitism in 2024 | The Jewish Federations of North America

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Jewish Federations of North America @jfederations.bsky.social · 6d

“We start with congregational training. We want to increase situational awareness so that we add more eyes and ears to help keep the synagogue safe." -Alex Silverstein, Community Security Director, Jewish Federation and Foundation of Northeast Florida https://ow.ly/wx1j50X6j23

Security top of mind as Jacksonville’s Jewish community marks Yom Kippur

Jewish communities across the country are observing Yom Kippur, the holiest day of the year on the Jewish calendar. But alongside prayer and reflection, safety is also top of mind.

Jewish Federations of North America @jfederations.bsky.social · 6d

"It's scary. It's humiliating ...You need to ask the permission to breathe, to talk, to go to the toilet. You need to beg for food, water, everything,” said Eli Sharabi of his 16 months in Hamas captivity. #BringThemHome https://ow.ly/rjpK50X6j40

'It was very tough but I love life' - ex-hostage whose family were killed on 7 October

Eli Sharabi tells BBC in a rare interview that Trump must "finish the job" by ensuring the release of the remaining 48 hostages.

Jewish Federations of North America @jfederations.bsky.social · 7d

“By investing in and partnering with organizations like 18Doors, Federation helps strengthen the broader Jewish ecosystem,” said Samantha Kurgan, vice president of community engagement at the Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta https://ow.ly/Kknm50X6iZg

Jewish Federations of North America @jfederations.bsky.social · 8d

Our children’s future depends on what we do now. At the 2025 #GeneralAssembly, we unite as a community to shape a brighter future for the next generation. Register now: generalassembly.org

Jewish Federations of North America @jfederations.bsky.social · 8d

“It’s important for us to come together as a community to comfort one another. I think the magnitude of the attack is not lost on anyone, and coming together can help in the healing process,” said Rachel Glickman with the Jewish Federation of Cleveland #NeverForgetOct7 https://ow.ly/S5Gq50X6ixV

Federation to commemorate two-year anniversary of Oct. 7

The Jewish Federation of Cleveland will hold its 10-7-23 Two-Year Commemoration at 5:30 p.m. Oct. 5 at Landerhaven at 6111 Landerhaven Drive in Mayfield Heights.

Jewish Federations of North America @jfederations.bsky.social · 8d

As communities around the Jewish world prepare to remember the second anniversary of Hamas’s horrific attack on Israel, event organizers say that they want to create a space to unify and provide comfort to their communities: https://ow.ly/orvF50X6l6k

Events worldwide to focus on healing, unity as Jews gather to mark Oct. 7 attacks

On the 2nd anniversary of the bloody Hamas-led atrocities that sparked the ongoing Gaza war, Diaspora organizers say memorials will be safe spaces to mourn together, free of politics

Jewish Federations of North America @jfederations.bsky.social · 8d

“Our government has a solemn responsibility to ensure that American service members who paid the ultimate price for their nation are appropriately and correctly memorialized.” https://ow.ly/cYeO50X6ix3

Help to honor Jewish soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice

Jewish Federations of North America @jfederations.bsky.social · 8d

“While synagogues are especially vigilant during the Jewish high holidays, Shira Hutt, executive vice president of @JFederations, said safety is something most worry about year-round nowadays.” https://ow.ly/U3ag50X6iux

‘Always a bit on edge.' How religious leaders are confronting wave of violence

Mosques, synagogues and churches have heightened security in recent years amid an uptick in deadly attacks.