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Federations Playing a Critical Role in Developing the Negev

Michele Levin, vice-chair of the Jewish Federations of North America’s Negev Creative Vitality Initiative, details the critical role the Jewish Federations have played in supporting and strengthening the Negev. 

Act Now To Secure Protection for Millions of Struggling Families

Three bipartisan bills that would help meet the needs of millions of struggling family caregivers need additional support in Congress. Use this letter to urge your representatives and senators to cosponsor these crucial pieces of legislation. For more information, contact Elizabeth Cullen,…

How Missions Help Us Better Understand Importance of Federation Movement

Lauren Abes (Atlanta) discusses the upcoming Jewish Federations%u2019 National Young Leadership summer mission to Israel and why missions help us better understand the importance of the Federation movement. 

BDS Defeated at United Methodist Church Conference

With Federations' Israel Action Network on the ground and monitoring events closely, the United Methodist General Conference rejects several resolutions calling for divestment from companies engaging in business with Israel.

Jewish Education & Engagement Update May 18, 2016

The founding education director of Birthright proposes that Israel education focus more on relationships. A Jewish education professor promotes an Israel curriculum driven by big questions and debates. A Jewish studies professor connects Jewish peoplehood with the local neighborhood. A case …

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