Tennessee Jewish Federations participated in a Day on the Hill to speak to state legislators to discuss efforts to combat antisemitism. |
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The day began with Rabbi Joshua Kullock's invocation to the Tennessee House of Representatives. Rabbi Kullock was recognized as the guest of House Appropriations Subcommittee Chairman Ryan Williams. Watch a video of Rabbi Kullock's invocation below. |
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Jewish Federation of Greater Nashville representatives, Leslie Kirby, Steven Hirsch, Steven Remer, Barbara Dab, and Jessica Cohen Banish, along with representatives from Jewish Federations of Chattanooga and Knoxville, attended the meetings with state officials. Representatives from Federation of Memphis were unable to attend due to the weather. |
Federation representatives met with the leaders of both chambers, Speaker Cameron Sexton (below)) and Lieutenant Governor Randy McNally.
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House of Representatives and Harold Love, Jr. (above) John Ray Clemmons (right) also hosted meetings for the group.
Thank you to Rabbi Saul Strosberg, Sherith Israel, and Rabbi Kullock for adding insight and experience to our meetings on the Hill.
We look forward to keeping you informed about our efforts to strengthen the safety and security of our Jewish community statewide.
Additional photos from the Day on the Hill can be found HERE. |
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Senators Richard Briggs, Heidi Campbell, Mark Pody, and Senate Finance Chairman Bo Watson also took the time to meet to discuss antisemitism in Tennessee. |
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A Conversation with Yaron Shavit
Sunday, February 26th at 10 AM
Join a conversation with Jewish Agency for Israel, Executive Deputy Chairman, Yaron Shavit.
We will discuss the reform movement and the new orthodox government, what JAFI is doing for the Jewish people in Israel and the world, and the return law. Register HERE.
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Judicial Reform and implications for Israeli Democracy
Wednesday, February 15, 11:00 AM
Join the JCRC of Greater Washington for a webinar that will focus on the new Israeli government’s intentions for Judicial reform and its impact on Israeli society, the role of Israel’s supreme court, and understanding legal frameworks such as basic laws, anti-discrimination laws, and the override clause. Register HERE.
If you missed parts 1 and 2 of the web series you can view the recordings HERE.
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Shabbat Dinner at Vanderbilt
February 24th at 6 PM
Open to Jewish high school students, experience Shabbat at Hillel. Students will get to hear stories from Vanderbilt Freshman and understand what Shabbat is like at Hillel and learn about college life.
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Americans and the Holocaust: Traveling Exhibition for Libraries from the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum
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In addition to the exhibit itself, they have several special speakers planned including a Holocaust survivor rescued from Auschwitz when he was only 4 years old. There is also a concurrent exhibit on loan from the Tennessee Holocaust Commission on display at the Chattanooga Jewish Cultural Center. Plan your visit HERE.
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Purim Masquerade for Young Jewish Professionals under 40
Saturday, March 4th, 7-10 PM
We are celebrating 10 years of Purim Masquerade with a throwback disco party! Dance the night away with NowGen friends old and new. Sponsored by Jewish Federation and The Kupin Group.
Get your $30 early bird tickets (through February 21) HERE.
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Combatting Racism & Antisemitism in the 21st Century
Feb 15, 2 pm- 3 pm CT
Join us in leading a paradigm shift in the discussion of racism, antisemitism, and the oppression Olympics. During this session, we will work towards combatting all forms of hate, with a coalition of love and understanding. Register HERE.
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Jewish Community Relations Committee Social Justice Seder
Join us on March 30th, 6-8 pm at the Gordon JCC, Pargh Auditorium for the JCRC Seder, featuring Michael W. Twitty, winner of the Jewish Book Council, Jewish Book of the Year, for Koshersoul: The Faith and Food Journey of an African Jew
This is a community-wide event open to all who are dedicated to social justice and diversity.
Reserve tickets and learn more HERE.
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Tzedakah is the cornerstone of our Jewish community. Sometimes we give; sometimes we need to receive. It's okay to ask for help. We are here with confidential resources to lend a hand. Reach out for assistance HERE.
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