Recently in eJewish Philanthropy, Hadassah National President Rhoda Smolow wrote about the concrete ways Hadassah is creating a legacy of health and hope. Our community is stronger and more inspiring than ever. This week, leaders from around the country came together online for Hadassah's National Meetings.
The takeaway? As part of the Hadassah community, we have so much to be proud of. And we’re not the only ones who think so. Senator Jacky Rosen — the third Jewish woman to serve in the US Senate — praised our efforts in a special session. "For over a century, Hadassah, one of the largest Jewish organizations worldwide, has championed causes such as women's health and empowerment, combating anti-Semitism, and supporting a safe and secure Israel," she said, adding, "I'm proud to have partnered with Hadassah on important legislation such as the Never Again Education Act and a bill to enhance US-Israel medical research cooperation."
We hope you'll celebrate our Hadassah community and impact with these highlights and updates.
Nama(stay) and stretch at home: Launching today! EVOLVE Hadassah: The Young Women's Network presents a guided yoga video of introductory stretches with Mallory Kovit from the Neshama Young Women's Chapter of Philadelphia.
Celebrate suffrage: The Hadassah Magazine Discussion Group presents "Votes for Women: Jews and the Suffrage Movement." Executive Editor Lisa Hostein moderates a panel of leading American Jewish historians to discuss the contributions of Jewish women to the suffrage movement and what that legacy means today. The event will feature leading American Jewish historians Pamela Nadell, Melissa Klapper, and Judith Rosenbaum, discussing Jewish women who helped shape the American story. July 22, 2020, 7:30 pm EDT.
An illuminating interview: Watch Understanding the Role of Science in Promoting Social Justice and Improving Our Lives with Hadassah member Paula Apsell, the winner of a Lifetime Achievement Emmy for her role as senior executive producer of PBS’s acclaimed NOVA series, as she discusses the science behind urgent issues like COVID-19 and climate change with Lisa Hostein. Sponsored by Hadassah’s Professional Councils — Attorneys and Judges, Nurses & Allied Health Professionals, and Physicians. July 28, 2020, 8:00 pm EDT.
Cooking with Hadassah Magazine: Go retro with this elegant summertime dessert, black forest icebox cake.
In case you missed it: Listen to the launch of Season 2 of The Branch podcast, "The Corona Chronicles.
Ongoing weekly series:
Resilience & Relaxation with Rebecca: Tuesdays at 4:00 pm EDT. Tuesday, July 28 is a special “Invite a Friend” session featuring reflections on the gift of friendship. Invite someone you know to join us.
Conversational Hebrew: Mondays, Beginner Level, at 3:00 pm EDT, and Intermediate Level, at 4:00 pm EDT. Homework review sessions, Thursdays, 4:00 pm EDT.
For past programs see last week's Hadassah@home email or the Member Engagement page on hadassah.org
Follow our online COVID-19 coverage.
NOTE: Many online events will ask for your Hadassah ID number to register.
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