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August 11, 2023

Empowering Minds, One Book at a Time

Join us at the Annual Gala on Sept 7 to make a difference in the lives of students here and in Israel!

Together, we'll raise literacy levels to new heights. Be a part of this special evening filled with elegance, inspiration, and a shared passion for education.

Together, let's empower minds, open doors, and make a lasting impact through the power of books

Your support will help build a libraries that will provide access to knowledge and opportunity for children in our community and overseas.

Let's create a brighter future through education!

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Wildfires on the Hawaiian island of Maui have devastated communities on the island.

According to news reports, the fires have killed dozens of people and have wiped out the historic city of Lahaina, and destroyed people’s homes.

Not only does Maui’s community need our help, but many people are fleeing to Honolulu where Jewish communal organizations will receive many requests for support.

While the needs are still evolving, the community is in urgent need to first-aid kits, baby food, and more.

When collective action is needed, Jewish Federations are there.

Learn more about the needs on the ground in Maui, here.

Here is the link to the donation form: jfeds.org/HawaiiWildfireFund

The Civil Rights Mission registration is currently full, however we are accepting a wait list and will contact you if a spot opens.

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On behalf of the House Bipartisan Task Force for Combatting Antisemitism, Rep. Kathy Manning (NC-06) and Rep. Chris Smith (NJ-04) authored a letter urging the Department of Education to combat increasing antisemitism on campus.

According to surveys, one-third of Jewish students reported antisemitic incidents, while the Department of Education's own reporting suggests antisemitism on campus has almost doubled.

The letter urges the Department to apply Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, continue collecting data, and increase technical assistance to campuses and communities to help address the challenge. Many of the included recommendations are derived from the U.S. National Strategy to Combat Antisemitism.

Please click on the following action alert from the Jewish Federations of North America urging Connecticut's congressional delegation to sign the bipartisan letter to the Department of Education.

Sign the Letter Here

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Tickets are now on sale for the US theatrical release of "GOLDA," directed by Oscar-winning Israeli Filmmaker, Guy Nativ, and starring Helen Mirren as Golda Meir and Liev Schreiber as Henry Kissinger. Our Federation is co-sponsoring a special early screening on August 23^rd in Trumbull, featuring a pre-recorded post-film Q&A with Guy Nativ and Helen Mirren.

GOLDA is a ticking-clock thriller set during the tense 19 days of the Yom Kippur War in 1973. Israeli Prime Minister Golda Meir (Helen Mirren), faced with the potential of Israel’s complete destruction, must navigate overwhelming odds, a skeptical cabinet, and a complex relationship with US Secretary of State Henry Kissinger (Liev Schreiber), with millions of lives in the balance. Her tough leadership and compassion would ultimately decide the fate of her nation and leave her with a controversial legacy around the world.

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