This week, Janice Weinman steps down from her role as Hadassah's executive director and CEO. For nine years, Janice has steered Hadassah into the future with an unwavering commitment to healing and to women's leadership. We will miss her invaluable guidance.
Janice's direction and vision have been instrumental in driving Hadassah@home — and the many programs and initiatives it has promoted — as a means of bringing our Hadassah community together during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond. Speaking of vision, Janice's Women of Vision radio series — a new, outstanding program created by Janice in 2021 — is not to be missed. See details below and more ways to engage with Hadassah.
Hadassah Presents: Women of Vision: Listen now to the latest episode of the TalkLine radio series as Hadassah Executive Director/CEO Janice Weinman speaks with leading journalist Jane Eisner. Eisner was editor-in-chief of The Forward, one of the country’s top Jewish newspapers, for over a decade, and the first woman to hold the position. Catch up on all five previous episodes on the Women of Vision web page.
Post-traumatic stress awareness: For PTSD Awareness Month, join us by urging your members of Congress to cosponsor the US-Israel PTSD Collaborative Research Act. Support strengthening critical US-Israel ties while highlighting the leadership of Hadassah Medical Organization in researching and treating post-traumatic stress disorder.
Bring your heart home to Israel: Show your love for and support of Israel with this unforgettable trip, August 15-20, led by Hadassah National President Rhoda Smolow and Immediate Past President Ellen Hershkin. From seeing the cutting-edge developments at our hospitals to the inspiring progress at our Meir Shfeyah Youth Aliyah Village, this will be a memorable return to Israel. Be one of the first 25 to respond by June 30 (today) to receive a special discount. Details here.
Interview with a beloved actress:Hadassah Magazine Discussion Group Presents: Tovah Feldshuh, From Golda to Dr. Ruth: Portraying Iconic Jewish Women. Join veteran actor and multiple Tony and Emmy Award nominee Tovah Feldshuh in conversation with Hadassah Magazine Executive Editor Lisa Hostein. Feldshuh's recent memoir, Lilyville: Mother, Daughter, and Other Roles I’ve Played, was released as she was adding to her portrayal of iconic Jewish women with her role on stage in Becoming Dr. Ruth. Thursday, July 15, 7 pm ET.
Vital skills for talking with doctors: How comfortable are you raising deeply intimate issues with your health care providers or advocating for yourself? In this informative webinar, How to Talk to Your Doctor: Hormones, Fertility and Intimacy, you'll hear examples of questions that women want to ask, learn tactics for listening to your body and bridging open communication with your medical team. There will be optional small-group discussions after. Tuesday, August 3, 8 pm ET.
Podcast alert: Don’t miss the final episode of The Branch: "Jerusalem Nights." In the wake of conflict, Mekudeshet, a Jerusalem-based organization that stages concerts and other performing arts events, aims to heal its city and create spaces where Jews and Arabs alike can feel at home.
SAVE THE DATE (details in future emails):
- August 11, 7 pm ET: One Book, One Hadassah: Jewish Women in Literature: From Marjorie Morningstar to The Weight of Ink.
WEEKLY SERIES:
Hebrew@Hadassah: Register for our ongoing Hebrew classes. Cost for all classes is $36. Email questions to EducationandAdvocacy@Hadassah.org. Mondays: Beginner's Hebrew at 3 pm ET and Intermediate Hebrew at 4 pm ET. Members and Associates only, $36.
For past programs see our last Hadassah@home email or our Virtual Programming page. Follow our COVID-19 coverage.