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Finding a Home in L.A. with the Los Angeles Jewish Abilities Center
Discover the Los Angeles Jewish Abilities Center, a platform providing resources and support to adults with special needs and their caregivers. Join us for the LAJAC Launch Party on June 14th to learn more about our virtual resource center and connect with the growing community of individuals facing challenges as they get older.
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Federation Leadership Meeting with Chancellor Gene Block: UCLA is Safe for Jewish Students
UCLA Chancellor Gene Block assures leaders from the Jewish community at a Federation meeting that UCLA is a safe campus for Jewish students. The Chancellor offers support and proposes collaboration between the larger community, students, and administration to create a welcoming Jewish campus community. The event, moderated by Richard Sandler, highlights the University’s commitment to…
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April Federation Highlights
Discover how our Federation’s April highlights made a positive impact in L.A. This month, we held a Safety and Security Conference, Passover Seminar, Civic Engagement Seminar, Community Passover Seder, and more. We also completed recruitment for our annual teachers’ mission to Israel and celebrated the donation of 1,200 books to Walgrove Avenue Elementary School. Learn…
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PresenTenseLA 2015 Fellows View Their Ventures Through a Jewish Lens: Part 1
PresenTenseLA 2015 Fellows will be unveiling their social entrepreneurial ventures at PresenTenseLA Launch Night on June 9th. This series explores the Jewish influence and nature of these ventures. ZOOZ Fitness promotes health and wellness through movement, while Zehut aims to provide an inspirational Jewish education. DiscutsTM offers last-minute discounted haircuts. These ventures are driven by…
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Bearing Witness with March of the Living
Join us on an unforgettable educational journey with March of the Living. Witness the roots of prejudice, intolerance, and hate. Experience the marches in Poland and Israel. Stand at the gates of Auschwitz and never forget the 6 million lives lost. Hear firsthand testimonies from Holocaust survivors. Be the light at the end of the…
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The NextGen Engagement Initiative – More than Networking
Join the NextGen Engagement Initiative (NEI) to connect with Jewish professionals in Los Angeles. NEI offers networking, professional development, and grant opportunities to reach and engage young Jewish adults. Discover new ideas, partnerships, and resources to advance your programs. Don’t miss the next session on June 4th, featuring an interactive workshop on strategic brand development.…
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CSI Safety & Security Conference
The CSI Safety & Security Conference brought together professionals from the Jewish community and law enforcement sector. Keynote speaker Elan Carr highlighted the threats faced by the Jewish community in Europe and emphasized the importance of preparedness. Break-out sessions provided valuable skills and knowledge for emergency situations. The Community Security Initiative works to ensure the…
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CLI Connections Bring Passion Project to Life
Graduating from The Jewish Federation’s Community Leadership Institute (CLI) has been an amazing experience. Through CLI, I met Asher Gellis, the Executive Director of JQ International, who guided me on setting up an advisory board and achieving nonprofit status for my passion project, JenLA. CLI provides young professionals with skills, training, and networks to launch…
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Magic in the Night: Honoring Rodney Freeman
Join us in honoring Rodney Freeman at our largest-ever Real Estate & Construction (REC) dinner. Rodney’s philanthropic and professional ideals of Building Community, Building Relationships are showcased in this not-to-be-missed event. Help make a difference and seize opportunities to create a thriving community for future generations. Don’t miss out on the REC Fall lineup and…
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Jewish Guilt and Mother’s Day
Experience Jewish guilt, inherent truth, mother’s sad voices, terrible sons and daughters, mental list, sleepless nights, swollen hands and feet, stretch marks, leg cramps, important for my son to know, practicing Jewish guilt, hired a maid, first Mother’s Day, someone you need to remember, one little phone call. SEO Excerpt: Explore the power of Jewish…
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Why Federation: General Campaign Chair Julie Platt Shares Her Story
Discover the transformative power of Jewish summer camp and how it sparked General Campaign Chair Julie Platt’s commitment to The Jewish Federation. Through initiatives like Tour de Summer Camps, every child can have a similar experience. Join Julie in enriching the Jewish community and ensuring a strong Jewish future. Get involved and make a difference…
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A New Sense of Purpose for Recent CLI Grad
Discover your true calling and purpose as a leader in Jewish L.A. Join The Jewish Federation’s Community Leadership Institute (CLI) and gain the skills, training, and networks to launch a lifetime of success. Apply now for our top-tier program exclusively for young adults aged 25-40. Expand your networks and become a leader in our community…
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Jews, Tacos and Cinco de Mayo
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo beyond tacos and cervezas in Los Angeles. Learn the real story behind the holiday and the connection between Jews and Mexican history. Discover how Mexico’s religious tolerance allowed Jewish refugees to find a new home. Honor Mexican culture and the impact it had on Judaism. Don’t miss out on these kosher…
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Spreading the Joy of Reading: Restocking Walgrove Avenue Elementary School’s Library
Read about the joy of reading and how KOREH L.A. partnered with Toyota Motor Sales to restock Walgrove Elementary School’s library with 1,200 books. The library dedication ceremony was a celebration of community and the importance of literacy. Learn more about KOREH L.A.’s Book Initiative program and their efforts to provide students with the tools…
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How CLI Changed My Priorities: A Recent Grad Reflects
Discover how The Jewish Federation’s Community Leadership Institute (CLI) transformed a recent grad’s priorities and future career goals. CLI’s Russian Jewish Leadership Track (RJLT) offers young adults between ages 25-40 the opportunity to gain critical skills and expand their networks. Apply now for the next cohort, and launch into a lifetime of success as a…
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“I Got All My Cousins with Me” at Federation Major Gifts Dinner
Discover your family connections at The Jewish Federation Valley Alliance Major Gifts Dinner. Author A.J. Jacobs reveals how we are all interrelated in his next project. Join us for an evening of community and connection, featuring anecdotes from Jacobs’ book and discussions on gratitude, responsibility, and compassion. Support our Federation’s commitment to security and learn…
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Israel Does it Right
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How CLI Brought Federation into My Life
The Jewish Federation’s Community Leadership Institute (CLI) is a top-tier program for young professionals between the ages of 25-40. Through CLI’s specialized tracks, participants gain critical skills and expand their personal and professional networks. Applications for the next cohort are being accepted until May 15, 2015. Learn more and apply now for a lifetime of…
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Annual Soviet Exodus Passover Seder Unites Russian Jewish Young Adults
Join us for the Annual Soviet Exodus Passover Seder, a celebration of freedom for Russian Jewish young adults in L.A. This exclusive event features a specially designed Haggadah that incorporates Soviet history with the Exodus from Egypt. Enjoy a festive Russian meal, live music, and the opportunity to connect with other young Russian Jews in…
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A Holocaust Remembrance Day Story
On Holocaust Remembrance Day, Rebecca Schalit-Newman shares her family’s story of survival during the Vel’ d’Hiv Roundup in Paris. Her great cousin, Rosette, was adopted by her great aunt and saved from the Nazis due to an upper respiratory disease. This powerful tale of resilience and French complicity in the Holocaust highlights the importance of…