By Leah Garber “Optimism and hope are not the same. Optimism is the belief that the world is changing for the better; hope is the belief that, together, we can … Continued
Archives for January 2025
JCC Maccabi Games® Expands With Inaugural Campus Games and Announces New Host Cities
The JCC Maccabi Games®, a flagship program of JCC Association of North America, has announced exciting developments for 2025 and 2026. Celebrating over 40 years as one of the largest … Continued
Day 473: Iron Swords War
By Leah Garber There are mothers Who birthed their daughters twice The first time They descended from Paradise The second time They emerged from Hell Then, as now, They waited … Continued
JCC Association Launches Third Cohort of Martin Pear Israel Fellowship
JCC Association of North America is proud to announce the third cohort of The Martin Pear Israel Fellowship, an 18-month program that immerses JCC professionals in a comprehensive learning experience, … Continued
Day 466: Iron Swords War
By Leah Garber Like a pendulum, the volatile weather mirrors Israel’s mood. Heavy rains and floods, followed by warm eastern winds. Nothing is permanent, there is no stability, no security. … Continued
Day 460: Iron Swords War
By Leah Garber During the week of Hanukkah, a festival entirely devoted to praising the great miracle that occurred in 167 B.C.E., when the few Jews prevailed over the many … Continued
Barak Hermann To Lead JCC Association of North America as President and CEO
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Lauren Magy, JCC Association of North America, [email protected] Barak Hermann To Lead JCC Association of North America as President and CEO JCC Association of North America … Continued