Diaspora Jewry is the collective name for the Jewish communities outside of the Land of Israel. Historically, these communities go back to big historical events like the Babylonian exile, the siege of Jerusalem and the expulsion from Spain. Today, the biggest Diaspora communities exist in the United States, France, Canada, the UK and Russia.
Keren Hayesod’s outgoing chairman reflects on heading the organization during COVID, the Russia-Ukraine war, and Operation Swords of Iron.
'Our work is to never stop dancing, to ensure that the music never stops playing. And that’s exactly what we’re going to do — in the north, in the south, and investing in the leaders of tomorrow'.
The working group is tasked with developing a systemwide policy for all 25 campuses, which it will submit to the CUNY board of trustees for approval.
Canadian-Israeli philanthropist Sylvan Adams challenges Roger Waters to debate.
The Stop Terror-Financing and Tax Penalties on American Hostages Act is slated for a vote in the House of Representatives Thursday.
Tisch, who comes from a prominent Jewish family, will become the second woman to head the city’s police department in its 179-year history.
Debates point to larger Jewish anxiety over navigating the uneasy post-October 7 world of symbols and slogans.
Discover the comic book uniting Brooklyn voices, blending Jewish and non-Jewish stories to combat intolerance and bias.
A new comic book, "We Are Brooklyn: Stories of Hope," showcases personal narratives from a diverse group of Brooklyn nonprofit professionals who participated in a Jewish Community Relations Council.