At Treblinka, they tried to erase us
At Treblinka, they tried to erase us
Photo: Lev Gringauz – TC Jewfolk This blog was written on JCRC’s Power of Place educators institute in Europe – an experiential professional development for teachers where learning unfolds as they tour historical sites across Europe in order to transform ...
Read MoreIsrael of anguish and endless spirit
Israel of anguish and endless spirit
by Sally Abrams in The Times of Israel | June 19, 2024 If you visit Israel these days people may ask, “Why now, of all times, in the midst of a war?” Visiting Israel requires a hunger to be there, ...
Read MoreA Mezuzah Imprint, A Chance Encounter, And A JCRC Holocaust Education Trip In Warsaw
A Mezuzah Imprint, A Chance Encounter, And A JCRC Holocaust Education Trip In Warsaw
Photo: Lev Gringauz – TC Jewfolk This blog was written on JCRC’s Power of Place educators institute in Europe – an experiential professional development for teachers where learning unfolds as they tour historical sites across Europe in order to transform ...
Read MoreJCRC has been nothing short of lifesaving for our family
JCRC has been nothing short of lifesaving for our family
June 2, 2024 – Thank you JCRC for inviting us to share our story. I am here with my daughter to talk about our recent experiences with severe antisemitism and to express our deep gratitude to JCRC for their unwavering support and advocacy.
Read MoreJCRC empowered me to speak about the antisemitism we are facing at school
JCRC empowered me to speak about the antisemitism we are facing at school
June 2, 2024 – Since October 7th, there has been a 700% rise in antisemitism on American college campuses. Unfortunately, the University of Minnesota is not immune to the virus of antisemitism infecting campuses across the country.
Read MoreJCRC is helping our school and our Jewish community come out stronger
JCRC is helping our school and our Jewish community come out stronger
June 2, 2024 – We have three children. Like students at many high schools since October 7, our kids felt a lot of anxiety at school in navigating their feelings about the attacks and the war, in an environment of peers—and even adults—who don’t have the same level of understanding, or the same personal connection, to what’s happening in Israel.
Read MorePartnership with JCRC is essential to building relationships and educating colleagues
Partnership with JCRC is essential to building relationships and educating colleagues
June 2, 2024 – I am a granddaughter of four Holocaust survivors. I was born and raised in Israel and moved to the Twin Cities nearly 18 years ago. I am honored to publicly thank the JCRC staff and volunteers. Thank you for all your hard work and the countless hours you invest in our community.
Read MoreJCRC 2024 Annual Event
JCRC 2024 Annual Event
June 6, 2024 – Sunday, June 2 marked a historical day for the JCRC. After months of meticulous planning, recording, problem-solving, and communicating with vendors, sponsors, guests, and my colleagues, to bring the event to life was a huge professional accomplishment.
Read MoreUniversity of Minnesota appears unwilling to connect antisemitism on campus with pro-Hamas encampment
University of Minnesota appears unwilling to connect antisemitism on campus with pro-Hamas encampment
May 5, 2024 – After appeasing protesters and granting them an audience with the Regents, why is addressing anti-Jewish messaging and antisemitism too much for firm commitments from the U of M?
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