On Friday-Shabbat, May 2-3, Parshat Tazria-Metzora, Dr. Aliza Lavie will serve as the Jofa Scholar-in-Residence at Congregation Beth Sholom, Providence, RI. Topics include: Sacred Voices: Women’s Prayer and Public Space after 10/7, Iconic Jewish Women from Queen Esther to Deborah Lipstadt, and Responsibility, Legislation, and the Link Between the Kenesset and the Jewish World. For […]
Join us Sunday, July 28 for a second community screening of Screams Before Silence, a documentary film by technology executive Sheryl Sandberg examining the rape, assault and mutilation of women and girls by Hamas on October 7, 2023. We will come together to bear witness and hear eyewitness accounts from released hostages, survivors, and first responders
RSVP for Screening of “Screams Before Silence,” Sunday, July 28, in Rockville, MD Read More »
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Special Candle Lighting Prayers for Israel Read More »
These are very scary and difficult times. Everyone in Israel is affected by the war. Israeli communities, congregations, and families have sent off numerous beloved members and loved ones to serve; suffered tragic losses; remain evacuated from their homes. With war comes staggering pain and loss that continues to unfold. May G-d protect all of Tzahal,
Supporting Israel: Ways to Help Now Read More »
Writing in a Time of Crisis: Learn how to elevate your voice and share your unique insights, through our two-part writers workshop. In times of turmoil and uncertainty, it’s vital to express our perspectives and concerns. We’re offering up to 12 passionate women the opportunity to embark on an empowering journey of how to write
Jofa (North America) and JOFA Australia Writers Workshop
February 2024 Read More »
Jofa and Yeshivat Maharat are pleased to announce a joint solidarity mission to Israel, taking place from midday Monday, January 8, through Wednesday evening January 10, 2024. The mission will include on-the-ground visiting, volunteering, and learning initiatives, supporting women, evacuees, female soldiers, and all of Am Yisrael at this critical time. Help us bring chizuk
Jofa and Yeshivat Maharat
Israel Solidarity Mission
January 8-10, 2024 Read More »
This is a response to the statement issued by UN WOMEN on 13 October, which completely ignores the horrific situation of more than 220 innocent hostages, women, men and children, from the age of 9 months to 85 years old as well as the brutal attack and atrocities led by Hamas against Israeli citizens, including
