Calgary Jewish Federation is proud to celebrate another JDAIM (Jewish Disabilities Awareness, Acceptance, and Inclusion Month) with the community this February! This unified effort among Jewish organizations worldwide celebrates diversity and fosters acceptance and inclusion of people with disabilities and mental health conditions. Learn more about all the exciting events we have planned and join in the celebrations!
Partnership2Gether Coast to Coast and our twinned schools in the Etzba Hagalil invite you to join them the hear about the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on mental health of teens on Wednesday, February 2 at 10:00am MST on Zoom. Dr. Aric Zvielli, Director of the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services clinic in Kiryat Shmona, will share his experience on this very important topic.
Dorshei Tzedec is an engaging, hands-on philanthropy and grant making program for teens. Grade 8 to 10 students are invited to join this upcoming four-part Purim program on February 16, 23, March 2, 9 from 4:00- 5:30pm at Beth Tzedec Congregation. Get ready to learn with other Jewish teens about tzedakah, consensus, philanthropy, and more. This free program will give the opportunity to grant money to non-profit organizations. Register online or email for more information. Supported by Jewish Community Foundation of Calgary, Beth Tzedec Congregation, Calgary Jewish Federation, and LIFE & LEGACY®.
On January 27, over 750 people came together from Calgary and Edmonton to honour International Holocaust Remembrance Day. The keynote event, in partnership with Jewish Federation of Edmonton, Calgary Public Library, and Edmonton Public Library included a formal recognition of the day from Mayors Jyoti Gondek and Amarjeet Sohi, followed by a powerful lecture by Ben M. Freeman, moderated by Calgary Federation Co-President Jared Shore and student leader Jordyn Wright. Special thanks to Holocaust Education Co-Chairs, Marnie Bondar and Dahlia Libin for leading this partnered program.
Hillel Calgary students, in partnership with the UCalgary Students' Union, held a virtual candlelight vigil and hosted guest speaker, Dr. Maureen Hiebert. Students also made a special video as part of the #WeRemember Campaign.
We invite you to watch and read Global TV's coverage of International Holocaust Remembrance Day.
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