An Ode to 'Girls,' Lena Dunham, and Modern Jewish Neuroticism
Ultimately, watching Girls shouldn’t just be comedic enjoyment for American Jews. It's also a self-reflexive exercise that reminds us to be mindful of our neuroses, even if we will never be able to fully bury them.
Full and Functional: A Vision for the Federal Judiciary
In addition to the current Supreme Court vacancy, there are 118 unfilled judicial seats in the federal courts, affecting our nation’s ability to pursue justice.
New Beginnings: Tu BiShvat and Environmental Action
Tu BiShvat is an opportunity to celebrate the earth and to recommit ourselves, for another year, to environmental action.
Protecting the Americans with Disabilities Act
Last week’s Jewish Disability Advocacy Day helped kick off Jewish Disability Awareness and Inclusion Month (JDAIM).
A Month Later, How the Women's March Continues to Inspire Me
For me, the march meant taking inspiration from Shabbat services, joining hands with my friends from NFTY, and marching in a rejection of hate. A month later, I’m reflecting on the act of showing up and what it means for our youth engagement work.
How to Help Kids Make Sense of Similarities and Differences in Their World
Although it’s age-appropriate for young children to question physical similarities and differences, it’s important for us to teach them that it’s what’s inside that matters.
"Never Again" Means Never Again for Anybody
On February 12, 2017, HIAS organized a National Day of Jewish Action for Refugees with rallies in cities nationwide. As a participant, I was proud to stand in the sleet and freezing rain, alongside nearly a thousand others.
5 Lessons from Camp for an Accessible, Inclusive Purim Carnival
Purim is often celebrated by dressing up as the brave and honest characters from the Megillah, who stood up for their peoplehood. Purim is also a wonderful opportunity to affirm our commitment to community. In keeping with the URJ’s core value of Audacious Hospitality, Camp Harlam is proud to call itself an inclusive camp, welcoming campers of all needs and abilities who want to be here. Here are 5 lessons from camp that can help make your synagogue’s Purim Carnival accessible to all this year:
How to Better Welcome Transgender and Gender Non-Conforming Congregants
Transgender and gender non-conforming youth are cherished members of our community, but only during the past few years has the organized Jewish community undertaken concerted, large-scale efforts to communicate our acceptance and love.