The United Nations General Assembly designated January 27—the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau—as International Holocaust Remembrance Day, a time to remember the six million Jewish victims of the Holocaust and the millions of other victims of Nazi persecution. As we are witnessing an alarming rise of antisemitism around the globe, it is more important than ever for us to recognize the critical lessons of Holocaust history as we commemorate the victims and honor the survivors.
Building Improvements
Scott Daggs, our building and grounds chair, has recently overseen and participated in several projects that have been completed: vastly improved night-time lighting of both the upper and lower parking lots; remediation of water damage by the front entrance; and the placement of an AED just outside the cloakroom to provide a first-line response to medical emergencies. The remodeling of our Torah Ark is a recently completed project that greatly beautifies our sanctuary. The redesign of the lower entrance to upgrade security is a major ongoing project.
Ten Things We Say When We Talk About Antisemitism
Excerpted from an article by Rabbi Toby H. Manewith who serves as the Program Manager for the URJ Antisemitism Partnership . For more details, go to the original text —>
1. Antisemitism encourages other forms of oppression; 2. Antisemitism is a tool of political division; 3. People with intersecting identities experience antisemitism alongside other forms of harm; 4. Relationships, allies, and education are critical to fighting antisemitism; 5. It is not the responsibility of the Jewish community to dismantle antisemitism; 6. Antisemitism is not a naturally occurring phenomenon; 7. There are many definitions of antisemitism; 8. Try to avoid "whataboutism." 9. Distinguish between oppression and discomfort. 10. Seek out hope.
Israel - Educational Opportunities
Tough Questions About Gaza Answered. The American Jewish Committee is tackling several tough questions and topics related to the current situation in Israel. What should we answer next? (GO TO THE Q & A).
CAMERA (Committee for Accuracy in Middle East Reporting and Analysis) Visit this comprehensive website that documents the inaccurate reporting in popular news media of current issues related to Israel (VISIT THIS SITE).
The Institute for National Security Studies (Tel Aviv University) The Institute for National Security Studies launches and engages in innovative, relevant, high-quality research that shapes the public discourse of issues on Israel's national security agenda. As part of its mission, it is committed to encourage new ways of thinking and expand the traditional contours of establishment analysis (VISIT THIS SITE).