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A New Lens for the Promised Land
As a young Jewish girl growing up in Seattle, I struggled with my connection to Israel. I had no Israeli relatives, I had never been there, and I was too young to understand what being pro-Israel meant.
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The Heartbreak of Texas: NFTY-TOR’s Response to Sutherland Springs
The recent shooting that occurred at the First Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs, Texas has our nation in a state of shock and vulnerability. How could something like this happen in our country and in our world?.
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On Being Courageous – A Reflection on NFTY-SW Fall Kallah 2017
It’s safe to say that the world can be a scary and mysterious place. Finding the strength to navigate it can be even scarier.
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How Can We Help?
I was lucky. I grew up in a home where I never had to question if there was food in the fridge or if I was going to have dinner.
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NFTY Condemns Violent Gun Massacre in Texas
Once again, death tolls have inserted themselves into our nation's headlines in wake of Sunday's mass shooting in Texas. With the full and united power of our movement, NFTY sends our prayers and commitment of action to the families of the victims and Sutherland Springs, Texas, as they attempt to cope with the senseless thievery of their beloveds' lives — a theft that was made all too easy by nearly unchecked access to firearms.
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My Visit to NFTY Northeast: A Region Like No Other
For most NFTYites, it is difficult to envision that across the country, there are different NFTY regions with their own traditions, personalities, and communities. You may have heard bits and pieces about regional differences, but you can’t really see the differences until you get to actually experience them.
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7 Incredible Opportunities For You and Your NFTY Friends
Registration is open for Summer 2018 and more. From two new specialty summer camps, to leadership and social justice opportunities, to Israel and beyond.
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An Open Letter to NFTY on Hurricane Harvey
Hurricane Harvey has already had an impact on the lives of over 2. million people living in eastern Texas and has made it’s way towards Louisiana.
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Learn about NFTY Committees (And How to Apply!)
This year, NFTY’s cabinet was made official through North American legislation at Mechina, and will be playing an ever-more-involved role in the work of our movement, so we’re looking for you to join in and bring committees objectives to life!.
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