Maybe your son has paused before putting on his kippah on the way out the door. Maybe your daughter has tucked her Jewish star necklace under her shirt, just in case. If you have felt that quiet worry, we see you, and we want you to know you are not carrying it alone.
What do I say? How much do I say? Five Jewish mothers and leaders came together for an honest, grounded conversation about raising kids who are visibly Jewish, proud, and safe in this time of rising antisemitism. Jofa, together with ADL and the Jewish Community Relations Council of New York, brought our community together to hear from:
- Julie Menin, Speaker of the New York City Council
- Paula Eiselt, Primetime Emmy-nominated filmmaker
- Rabbi Yali Szulanski, Educational Wellness Consultant and Youth Director at HIR
- Tova Rosenfeld, Associate Regional Director of ADL’s NY/NJ office
- Dr. Mindy Feldman Hecht, Jofa Executive Director
Together, we talked about what our families are facing right now, what to say to our kids and how much to say, and how to hold onto pride and safety at the same time.
If you could not join us live, watch the recording and know this community has your back.
This online webinar took place on Tuesday, October 13, 2026.
