By Doron Krakow Together|ביחד One of the genuine pleasures of my work is the regular interactions I have with some of the dynamic and dedicated Jewish leaders across North America—lay … Continued
Archives for September 2023
Silence’s Mighty Roar | Shabbat Shalom 7 Tishrei 5784 שַׁבָּת שָׁלוֹם
By Doron Krakow Silence’s Mighty Roar The High Holidays this year find me, once more, in Israel—celebrating with family and continuing to marvel at the wonders of newfound grandparenthood. On … Continued
Our Struggle to Ensure a Strong, Democratic Israel
By Leah Garber Fifty years ago, on October 6, 1973, I was a small child living in Jerusalem, playing at my friend’s house during the break between the morning and … Continued
When Tomorrow Comes | Shabbat Shalom 29 Elul 5783 שַׁבָּת שָׁלוֹם
By Doron Krakow When Tomorrow Comes JCC Association’s board convened in New York this week, and our meetings opened on September 11. Beth Mann, a remarkable member of the professional … Continued
The Days Are Long, But the Years Are So Short | Shabbat Shalom 22 Elul 5783 שַׁבָּת שָׁלוֹם
By Doron Krakow The Days Are Long, But the Years Are So Short Late last month my wife and I became grandparents. Of course, it feels very strange. We can’t … Continued
JCC Association Announces Inaugural Chief Talent Officer
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 7, 2023 CONTACT: Lauren Magy, JCC Association of North America, [email protected] JCC Association Announces Carrie Darsky as Inaugural Chief Talent Officer Darsky brings more than two … Continued
Sometimes It’s Just About the Rain
By Leah Zigmond Often, at the beginning of a lengthy experience, something happens early on that later becomes the theme for the entire journey. In the moment, you don’t always … Continued
JCC Association, JFNA + URJ Announce ElevatEd, National Jewish Early Childhood Education Initiative
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 5, 2023 CONTACT: [email protected] Jewish Early Childhood Education Initiative ElevatEd Launches in North America 14 communities to pilot groundbreaking and collaborative initiative addressing critical teacher shortage in … Continued