16 May 2024
/ 8 Iyyar 5784 (GMT)
Ensuring a vibrant Jewish future by strengthening the bonds that unite all Jews.
We are a global collective committed to working together to pursue every possible avenue to strengthen the bonds that unite the Jewish people: our rich history, diverse culture, profound texts, cherished religion, enduring values and common destiny.
Guided by the experience and expertise of our Partners and Advisory Board, we will foster unprecedented connections across the Jewish ecosystem and develop creative solutions to bolster the resilience and solidarity of the global Jewish family.
We are also a dynamic platform for resource-sharing, facilitating access within our collective and beyond for organizations and individuals of all ages eager to learn more about the Jewish people, deepen their Jewish identity, engage with fellow Jews worldwide, and reaffirm their commitment to the global Jewish community.
Global Jewry is evolving! We are excited to announce our upcoming features launching this year!
We are committed to our website serving as a reliable hub for the latest news and happenings in the Jewish world. We look forward to providing you with all the information, opinions, and commentaries you need to stay current and to help you keep abreast of what others are thinking about the issues that matter most to you.
It is not always easy to find out what is happening in your local Jewish community, much less in other places around the world. Whether you are looking for a Jewish activity or program on your computer, around the corner, or wherever you may be heading for business or pleasure, we want our website to be a source to which you can turn to engage, connect, learn and celebrate with others.
The role Israel plays in Jewish life is ever-evolving any insightful overview of the Jewish homeland involves touching upon her rich history, vibrant culture, and geopolitical significance. Since we believe taking a truly comprehensive approach is the only way to begin to understand the beauty and complexity of Israel, we intend to link our website to a wide variety of institutions and organizations that can help you delve into the diverse and complicated landscape of the Jewish homeland at whatever depth you choose to delve.
Far too little attention is paid to Jewish communities outside of Israel and the United States, people and places who have contributed mightily the Jewish people for millennia. Many of these places and the members of the Jewish family who live there have important and relevant stories to tell, ones from which we can all learn a great deal. Our website will soon be a place you can visit to learn about and, more importantly, connect with Jewish communities all over the world.
The Jews are known as the “People of the Book” for a reason, and any website focused on the bonds that connect all members of the Jewish family must include a section allowing its visitors to explore the richness of texts and literature. Fortunately, there has been a tremendous amount of work done over the past several years digitizing and otherwise making Jewish texts and literature accessible online and we will be linking to those sites in the near future.
The Jewish people have a long and fascinating history and culture, one that has been well-documented in print, in video and in the arts. There are many sources of great information if you know where to look, and we are working on providing links to a wide range of existing websites so you can find what you want to learn whether you are new to the subject or a university professor.
Caring for our planet has always been a key component of Jewish religion and tradition. Long before the challenges of climate change became apparent, the Jewish people believed in protecting nature and preserving it for future generations. There are many Jewish organizations doing important work on environmental issues, and we are looking forward to helping them raise their profile and recruit volunteers.
Another basic tenet of Jewish life is “tikkun okam,” repairing and improving the world. Every single day, members of the Jewish family are serving others, aiding the less fortunate and pursuing social justice for everyone in impressive and important ways. We are excited about the potential of Global Jewry to increase the awareness of those opportunities and to motivate more people to help make the world a better place for everyone. As the great sage Hillel said, “If we are only for ourselves, who are we?”
The Jewish philanthropic community is large, active and very generous. Jewish institutions, organizations and individuals received billions of dollars of support every year, and members of the Jewish family are significant donors to secular causes as well. Of course, there is never enough to meet all the existing needs much less to fund new initiatives. We hope to use our website to make giving as easy as possible. We want to help spread the word about all the important causes worthy of support and grow the overall amount of Jewish charitable giving each year.
Global Jewry is evolving! We are excited to announce our upcoming features launching this year.
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Happy Yom Ha'atzmaut to our friends around the world! 🇮🇱
While we continue to reflect on the past 7 months, today, we celebrate the joyous occasion of Israel's Independence Day, marking a historic milestone in our shared heritage. 🎉
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Yom HaZikaron and Yom Ha'Atzmaut 2024 Resources!
Our Partners at The iCenter invited some of Israel’s most promising thinkers, artists, musicians, educators, etc. to share with us their insights and aspirations for this time, for Israel’s 77th year, and for its future.
We hope that the words, images, and melodies collected in this educational companion will inspire you and your learners to join with those who find hope in each other and in our shared purpose. Together, we will continue to fulfill the vision set more than 75 years ago in Israel’s Declaration of Independence. ... See MoreSee Less
Between Hope and Despair - The iCenter
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YOM HAZIKARON AND YOM HA’ATZMAUT 2024 RESOURCES How will we mark our national days this year? How can we hold on to hope and comfort one another when so many lives have been lost; when ...Sunday night marks the start of the “Yoms” – Yom HaZikaron and Yom Ha'atzmaut. The former is the national day of remembrance in Israel commemorating the soldiers and others who have lost their lives defending the State of Israel during war or by terror. The latter is Israel Independence Day, a celebration of the founding of the state.
The days will overlap at sundown on Monday night, at which time there is usually a moving ceremony on Mount Herzl but not this year.
Read more from Global JewryGlobal Jewry Founder, Sandy Cardin, in this edition of GJ Connections ⬇️ ... See MoreSee Less
Navigating This Year's Mixed Emotions Around Yom HaZikaron and Yom Ha'atzmaut | Global Jewry
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Sunday night marks the start of the “Yoms” – Yom HaZikaron and Yom Ha’atzmaut. The former is the national day of remembrance in Israel commemorating the soldiers and others who...An important message from our Partners at BBYO! ... See MoreSee Less
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A Call for Jewish Collectiveness in the Face of Hostility | Global Jewry
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We are just days away from Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day in Israel. For many, Sunday night will have new relevance and importance given the dramatic rise in antisemitism following...We pause to remember the six million lives lost in the Holocaust.
On Yom HaShoah, we honor their memory, reflect on the lessons of history, and reaffirm our commitment to never forget.
Together, Global Jewry stands against hatred and bigotry, striving to build a world of compassion, tolerance, and understanding.
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