Message from Gil

Embracing the Spirit of Purim

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Last week, I reached out to you for suggestions on how Federation and the Jewish community could navigate the uncertain path ahead. Thank you so much to the many people Read more

Navigating Uncertainty: Reflecting on the Future of American Jewry

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A recent article by Franklin Foer in The Atlantic raised important questions about the future of American Jewry and American democracy. Foer asks about the evolving landscape of American Jewish Read more

Supporting Israeli Women

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Content Warning: This week's reflection contains references to the sexual assault and violence that took place during Hamas' attack on Israel in October 2023, which some may find distressing. Today, we Read more

Introducing JShield, the Security Division of Federation

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When I think about the strength and resiliency of our community, I focus on those times when we connect and the spaces that allow us to do so. Moments of Read more

Our Ongoing Work in Ukraine

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Two years ago, I watched countless Ukrainians leaving everything behind walk across the border into Poland with unimaginable grief and trauma. I met families seeking some semblance of peace and Read more

The Spirit of Purpose

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Federation mourns the two Israelis killed in a terrorist attack earlier today in southern Israel near Bnei Re’em and prays for the quick recovery of those wounded. May their memories Read more

The Lasting Impressions of Jewish Summer Camp

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Although summer is still months away, I cannot help but think about the warmer days ahead. These thoughts of future plans quickly shift into memories of summers as a teen, Read more

Witnessing a Changed Israel

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This coming Sunday, I will be traveling to Israel alongside colleagues and community leaders from across Greater Washington. And while I have spent much of the last several months focused Read more

Federation’s Response to the International Court of Justice Ruling

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Early this morning, on January 26th, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) issued a provisional ruling on a request brought to it regarding Israel’s fight against Hamas in Gaza. While Read more

Empowering & Preparing Jewish Greater Washington’s Teens to Combat Antisemitism

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Over the past several years, our community and Jews nationwide have faced a significant rise in anti-Jewish hatred. In Greater Washington, school children faced horrifying messages threatening our community at Read more