Jewish community
Going where the need is greatest
Yael Eckstein reflects on a year of life-saving assistance and looks ahead to expanding the IFCJ’s work in Israel and Jewish communities worldwide.
25 ViZionaries: Taryn Thomas – No. 23
As Turkey fades from the Israeli travel map, Azerbaijan moves into the spotlight
Vance meets with Temple Israel rabbi on Michigan visit, offers support to community
Our work is far from over: We must fight to purge our safe spaces of antisemitism - opinion
If we allow antisemitism to take root in spaces we once trusted, we risk losing safety, dignity, and belonging.
Tensions rise as NYC mayoral race sees Jewish community split over Mamdani
Israeli Consul General Ofir Akunis warns that Zohran Mamdani’s NYC mayoral campaign has sparked concerns within the Jewish community, with some considering aliyah or relocating to Florida.
NYC mayoral election day looms in vote of consequence for city’s Jews
The city's Jewish community has been divided in its support of Mamdani, with some rabbis arguing that those in favor of the Muslim candidate are voting for him despite his anti-Israel history.
Jewish tradition, hands-on acts of service, show the power of volunteering - opinion
One of the most powerful tools for building resilience has been embedded in Jewish tradition all along: service to others.
Aliyah Day 2025: Turning crisis into opportunity for global Jewish unity - opinion
The State of Israel is not only the home of its citizens – it is the home of every Jew in the world.
Ignoring the importance of the World Zionist Congress would be a mistake - editorial
In a Jewish world where our identity, politics, and power are more important than ever in a post-October 7 world, WZC remains one of the few platforms where all major Zionists gather to debate.
As Greenpoint’s Jewish community grows, so does this shul’s Hebrew school
Greenpoint, Brooklyn, an area once lacking in Jewish life, is now becoming a thriving community.
