NEWS & UPDATES

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and inclusion grantee, GatherDC

Federation in the News: eJewish Philanthropy Reports on Inclusion in the Jewish Community

eJewish Philanthropy recently reported on Federation’s $100,000 investment to help local organizations directly respond to the needs of the community and ensure people of all abilities are able to fully participate. As Federation CEO, Gil Preuss notes, “It is imperative we continue to create space where all who want to engage and connect can find a communal home in Jewish Greater Washington.”

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New Session Added: Security Training for the Community

Keeping our Jewish community safe and secure is an essential part of Federation's work. Join us for this important webinar to enhance your situational awareness, empower you to help during a medical emergency, and leave you feeling more confident about your options in the event of an active security threat. 

Register here

» Wednesday, September 20 | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Help Earthquake Victims in Morocco

The devastating earthquake on Friday, September 8^th in Morocco has left thousands of people dead or injured and their communities reeling. Join Jewish Greater Washington in our collective response to help magnify our ability to respond to those in need. By contributing to Federation’s Earthquake Relief Fund, your gift will reach the people of Morocco directly as they rebuild, recover, and mourn.

Donate to Federation's Earthquake Relief Fund

What’s happening across Jewish Greater Washington? find the full event calendar at jconnect.org.

DC Shorts International Film Festival 

Federation partner Edlavitch DCJCC’s JxJ hosts DC Shorts, one of the largest short-film festivals on the East Coast. Check out 142 films grouped into 16 showcases. 

» Wednesday, September 20 – Sunday, September 24 

Alternative Yom Kippur 

Join Federation partner, GatherDC, for four Yom Kippur experiences for Jewish 20s and 30s to observe this introspective Jewish holiday in inclusive, creative, and non-traditional ways.

» Monday, September 25

Sephardic Heritage High Holiday Concert

Join Sephardic Heritage International DC and the Embassy of Israel for a special concert featuring Shir Malka Ifrah, an Israeli liturgical artist, as well as other musicians of different backgrounds and religions from Israel, the United States, Morocco, and Australia.

» Tuesday, October 3 | 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Northern Virginia School Board Voter’s Guide 

Federation partner, the Jewish Community Relations Council, teamed up with our friends at the Washington Jewish Week to create the first Northern Virginia School Board Voter’s Guide for this year’s general election contests in Fairfax, Loudoun, and Prince William Counties.

Check out the guide 

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