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Dec 14, 2016

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JFNA Media Statement on Western Wall Resolution

Jewish Federations wholeheartedly endorse the strong statement issued earlier today by Natan Sharansky, Chairman of The Jewish Agency for Israel, regarding the outrageous bill being advanced at the Knesset which aims to ban non-Orthodox services at the Kotel. This bill completely underm…

Dec 2, 2016

Let's Not Lose Our Focus: A Message From Jewish Federations

Let's Not Lose Our Focus

It’s been three weeks since our General Assembly in Washington, D.C., although it already seems like months. In that time, we’ve seen an increase in hateful acts here at home, from language shouted on streets and college campuses, to swastikas painted on synagog…

Dec 2, 2016

Wildfires in Israel: December 2nd Update

The following update was sent on Friday (12/2/16) to I&O professionals and volunteers from David Brown, Chair of JFNA's Israel and Overseas Council:

Dear friends,

Our Israel team updated me a little while ago – it’s pouring outside! This is welcome news, not just because it’s the fir…

Dec 1, 2016

Remembering Rabbi Robert A. Seigel, SC's First Native-Born Rabbi

"It is with great sadness that we inform you that Rabbi Robert Alan Seigel has departed this life. He was courageous and strong until the end. He will be remembered by all those that knew and loved him, and the hundreds of people throughout his life that were touched by his wisdom, kindn…

Nov 28, 2016

Wildfires in Israel: November 28 Update

The following update was sent today to Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) professionals and volunteers from David Brown, Chair of JFNA's Israel and Overseas Council: