Jewish Federation's October Newsletter: Leadership Development

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Leadership Development

By providing meaningful educational opportunities for young adults, the Jewish Federation strengthens their Jewish identity, Jewish wisdom, communal leadership and Jewish practice. Programs like Diller Teen Fellows, Teen Leadership Grants, JFNA’s Changemakers, Wexner, National Young Leadership Cabinet, Young JFRE’s Mentorship and our leadership development programs create deep and long-lasting connections that inspire the next generation to be an active part of a vibrant Jewish community.

A STRONG FOUNDATION

“Diller Teen Fellows gave me an incredible community, leadership and communication skills. The program provided support and guidance in developing a project that has personal significance to me, the opportunity to meet people from Israel and to visit Israel, access to a network of Jewish leaders and communities, and really just a space to learn more about yourself and grow.”

- Jordan Rosh, a 2020-2021 Diller Teen Fellows graduate

Diller Teen Fellows by the Numbers

The Diller Teen Fellows program is a one-year experience for 10th and 11th graders that is helping build the next generation of passionate Jewish leaders. We empower a global network of teens by equipping hundreds of young people with the skills, confidence, knowledge and Jewish values they need to help create a better world.

GLOBAL CONNECTIONS

The Wexner Heritage Program empowers Jewish community leaders by educating them in the history of the Jewish people, including text, philosophical thought, and real world situations and challenges.

National Young Leadership Cabinet is JFNA’s premier development program that educates and connects the next generation of global Jewish philanthropists, preparing them for positions of Jewish communal leadership.

National Young Leadership Cabinet by the Numbers

COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP

“NextGen's Leadership Development Program showed me how the Jewish Federation impacts the community through numerous funding efforts and hands-on events that are extremely important for those on the receiving end. My mentors showed me paths to ways I could impact positive change through the program and the Jewish Federation. Professionally, I have been able to expand my network and build even stronger relationships.”

Noah Kimelheim, Alumni of NextGen Leadership Development Program and the JFRE Mentorship Program

Leadership Development Programs (LDP) guide volunteers through their leadership journey at the Jewish Federation. Women's LDP serves as a platform for women of all life stages to become better versed in our work throughout the community, as well as a springboard for deeper involvement and elevated leadership opportunities within the affinity and organization. NextGen's LDP helps young Jews become informed and insightful philanthropic leaders through hands-on training and cohort-based learning. The Jewish Federation Real Estate (JFRE) mentorship program pairs Young JFRE members with industry executives who can help navigate and enhance their careers.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Women of Vision's Virtual Fall Retreat

October 19th | 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

To prepare for the coming year and get in the mindset of social action and justice, Women of Vision's virtual retreat will feature an immersive experience with Rachel Rubin and Tami Relles Astorino, Co-CEOs of Rise Gatherings. Two grantees, jGirls Magazine and Interfaith Philadelphia, will share how WOV’s support has made an impact in their communities. Click here to register.

Ending Mass Incarceration: A Jewish Perspective

October 21st | 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) and Congregation Rodeph Shalom are hosting a panel discussion on ending mass incarceration, how the Jewish community can support efforts to reduce recidivism and why there is a need to reform our criminal justice system so that it aligns with Jewish values. Click here to register.

Stories from the Violins of Hope

November 1st | 7:00 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.

JCRC invites you to a screening of “Stories from the Violins of Hope.” This filmed theatrical presentation with symphonic music tells the stories of those who played the now famed collection of violins that survived the Holocaust, and how one family brought the instruments back to life – and to the world. Following the movie, join the private discussion with the creative minds behind the production: the producer, director, music curator and actor. Click here to register.

Web Series with David Horovitz, Founding Editor of The Times of Israel

November 8th | 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

During the second session of this series, David Horovitz will provide a briefing about the U.S.-Israel relationship, recent events in Congress in regard to funding for the Iron Dome, the latest on the Abraham Accords, and much more. Click here to register.

Antisemitism: A Bipartisan Problem with a Nonpartisan Solution
Hosted by ADL and the JCRC

Part 2: How Conservatives Can Counter Antisemitism on the Right

Thursday, November 18, 2021 | 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Antisemitism is a serious and growing problem across the political spectrum. People have the power and responsibility to counter antisemitism wherever it comes from, but they have the most impact against antisemitism on their own side of the aisle. Join the ADL and JCRC and learn from esteemed leaders from across the political landscape who have courageously pushed back against anti-Jewish bigotry from their political allies. Click here to register.