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Welcome to Hadassah Southern California! I am proud to represent an organization that gives women the opportunity to make a difference in the world. Because of Hadassah, lives are saved every day. We inspire passion and empower women to use their voices to be policy changemakers on our priorities that include health issues important to women and children, building a strong US-Israel relationship and fighting antisemitism.
Join with Hevra as we examine ways to educate, empower, protect, and counter antisemitism in schools. A speaker from 'Stand With Us' will discuss the programs they employ to energize students and communities.
Ruach Movie club offers a unique blend of Happy Hour camaraderie and thoughtful cinematic exploration. Join us for lively discussions about a selected film and the latest news and information about Hadassah.
Join Hadassah Sabra of the Desert to learn about the Heartbreak of October 7th Hamas/Israel War as Dina Lane will share her experiences visiting the war-torn areas of Israel in conjunction with Hadassah's 2nd Solidarity Mission in March 2024.
All are invited to join us for B'yachad's Annual Breast Cancer fundraiser. Includes speaker, cocktails, light food & beverages, silent auction, gift bags & more. Cocktail party held in Calabasas.
Join Us for A Unique and Exquisite Chocolate Tasting Experience! Taste and learn about handmade rare, native and wild chocolate as we get together and support Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Bring your partners and friends for a fun way to raise money for Hadassah Medical Organization and the Gandel Rehabilitation Center. Whether you like to play games or just have some munchies with your friends.
Please join Emek Ha Ilanot as we hear from Tobi Love, our Advocacy Chair. Come learn about the timeline of Jewish history in the region and about the 4,000 year history of Gaza, which was once a part of Israel under King David.
With the mission of supporting each other while supporting Hadassah, Kehilat Hasharim will be meeting monthly to enable networking for Jewish business owners. Individuals must be a Jewish person who owns/operates a business.
Join HEVRA at D+G Blooms in Newbury Park and have fun with ‘Flower Power’, as we create one-of-a-kind glass containers, and learn the art of pressed flowers. These unique vessels can hold flowers, candles, and more.
Please join us for an enlightening evening with Rabbi Rosenstein of Temple Judea who will discuss Israel's History and Borders in Part 2 of our 3-Part Series on the Holocaust and Antisemitism.
Join B'yachad on an “Out and About” to the Skirball Cultural Center for a private docent-led tour of the Diane von Furstenberg Exhibit. Explore the remarkable life and work of fashion designer Diane von Furstenberg.
Ruach Movie club offers a unique blend of Happy Hour camaraderie and thoughtful cinematic exploration. Join us for lively discussions about a selected film and the latest news and information about Hadassah.
Haifa Malka Hadassah cordially invites you to attend our Hanukkah Luncheon & Boutique at the Beverly Hills Hotel, with special guests and the presentation of the Katherine Merage Humanitarian Award to Dr. Sheila Nazarian.
President
Michelle Conwisar
Secretary
Lori Good
VP Finance
Michele Shugarman
VP Membership
Terry Whitten
VP Leadership
Audrey Levine
Resource Chair
Rochelle Edelman
Immediate Past President
Debbie Kessler
Past President's Advisory Council
Sue Urfrig
Advocacy Chair
Stacey Dorenfeld
Associate Advocacy Chair
Cindy Hailpern
Annual Giving/Keepers of the Gate Chair
Lisa Hoffman
Board Member at Large
Ilene Bernstein
Metro Area Co-President
Maureen Bernstein
Special Projects Chair
Gabrielle Clayman
Board Member at Large
Sandy Einberg
Northern Area Co-President
Elise Feldscher
Board Member at Large
Kay Gordon
Hawaii Area Co-President
Sharon Gordon
Metro Area Co-President
Margie Lunt
Long Beach/Orange County Area Co-President
Dorie Rogers
San Diego Area Co-President
Joan Rosenberg
Board Member at Large
Sima Schuster
Hawaii Area Co-President
Andrea Snyder
Sabra Hadassah of the Desert President
Roni Spetalnick
Northern Area Co-President
Cheryl Stark
Health and Wellness Chair
Niki Stokols
Jewish Education Chair
Jean Blumin
Long Beach/Orange County Area Co-President
Nanci Patchen
VP Major Gifts
Sandra Sadikoff
Major Gifts Chair
Bernice Watkin
Planned Giving & Estates Chair
Evelyn Perl
Young Women's Chair
Rani Gealer