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Darcy Hirsh

Darcy Hirsh is Vice President, Government Relations and Advocacy at National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW), where she fights for equity and justice for women, children, and families. She has over 15 years of experience in public policy, leading advocacy efforts and educating and mobilizing Jewish community members in pursuit of our shared values. She

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Dasi Fruchter

Rabbanit Dasi Fruchter is the founder and spiritual leader of the South Philadelphia Shtiebel, a modern orthodox community she has nurtured since its founding in 2019 into a vibrant home for prayer, learning, and community care. Rabbanit Fruchter is especially known for her work at the intersection of women’s health and Jewish law and also

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Ann Pava

Ann Pava is a visionary leader, philanthropist, and tireless advocate for women’s Torah learning and communal vitality. As co-founder with her husband, Jeremy, and President of Micah Philanthropies, Ann has invested in strengthening Orthodox women’s Torah leadership. She was a longtime member of the Jofa board and also served as its Vice-Chair.

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