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SUMMARY:Yom HaZikaron Community Event: Through the Camera
DESCRIPTION:Special Screening of “Alex’s Group” and Conversation with Director Yonatan Nir \nJoin Pozez JCC\, JCRC of Greater Washington\, and JSSA for a meaningful community gathering in honor of Yom HaZikaron – Israel’s Memorial Day for Fallen Soldiers and Victims of Terror. \nThe evening will feature a screening of the Israeli documentary “Alex’s Group\,” followed by a conversation with the film’s director\, Yonatan Nir\, together with Rabbi Rachel Hersh from JSSA. \nThe film follows eight Israelis from diverse backgrounds who participate in a year-long therapeutic photography group led by Israel Prize–winning photographer Alex Levac. Through powerful images and open conversations\, the group explores the personal and collective impact of trauma on individuals\, families\, and communities. \nWhile rooted in the Israeli experience\, the film raises universal questions about how people and societies cope with loss\, trauma\, support one another in times of hardship\, and find paths toward healing\, resilience\, and hope. \nFollowing the screening\, the director will share the story behind the film and reflect on trauma\, community\, and post-traumatic growth. \nEvent Program:\n-Opening moment in honor of Yom HaZikaron\n-Opening remarks by director Yonatan Nir\n-Screening of “Alex’s Group” (60 min)\n-Reflections on trauma\, community\, and resilience with director Yonatan Nir\, JSSA’s Rabbi Rachel Hersh\, and the audience \nThis program is free. RSVP required.
URL:https://www.shalomdc.org/event/yom-hazikaron-community-event-through-the-camera/
LOCATION:Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia\, 8900 Little River Turnpike\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,Crisis Response & Resilience,Israel & Global Jewish Life,Israel Connections,Jewish Holidays, Rituals, and Traditions,Leadership & Philanthropy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia":MAILTO:shalom@jccnv.org
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