Jewish Education & Engagement Update: July 13, 2016

A Hillel executive empowers colleagues to deepen their connection to the Torah. A Shalom Hartman rabbinic fellow finds faith and comfort through the questions and imperfections of Judaism.The regional director of a major Jewish youth movement emphasizes the importance of connecting teens to…

Federations' SCN Organizes Briefing with Jewish Leaders on Communal Threats

Some 200 Jewish leaders were briefed on a conference call by the Department of Homeland Security after several American Jews were included on an Islamic State ‘kill list.’ The call was organized by Federations’ Secure Community Network.

Shalom Austin Welcomes Rabbi Daniel Septimus as New CEO

Shalom Austin welcomes new CEO Rabbi Daniel Septimus effective September 1. A former congregational rabbi, Daniel most recently headed Texas Hillel, where he grew donations by 20%. Read more. 

New Bipartisan Legislation on Holocaust Asset Restitution Proposed

Bipartisan legislation in the U.S. House and Senate requires the State Department to report on the progress European countries have made on Holocaust-era property restitution issues.

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Registration now available for GA 2016, the premier annual leadership gathering for thousands of top Federation and Jewish philanthropic leaders. Explore your Jewish journey and issues critical to our communal future, Nov. 13-15 in Washington, DC. Register now.