JDC Voices Blog
In Kazakhstan, Building an Intergenerational Jewish Life
Jewish Kazakhstan is as vibrant as ever because of leaders like Yulia Yugenshtein — a JDC volunteer who serves the elderly and inspires the young in Karaganda.
“No Better Story Than This”: Aiding Refugees in Poland
Honorata Maslov has dedicated her life to helping those fleeing conflict — and this World Refugee Day, she opens up about why she does this sacred work.
Delivering Challah (and Jewish Wisdom) to Ukraine’s Jews this Shavuot
Volunteerism is how Lyudmila O. lives her Jewish life — and this Shavuot, she's telling the world about an exciting JDC program that lets her do just that.
Mercy and Mutual Support: One Volunteer’s Journey in Ukraine
For Jews facing shelling, destruction, and chaos, Anna P. is there to protect and lift them up.
Cultivating a Love for Jewish Life in Estonia
Meet Mark Dorfmann — a young leader at the forefront of Estonia's Jewish future.
Building a Healthier Future in Ghana
Learn how ImpactWell — a partnership between JDC and the Ruderman Family Foundation — is leveraging Israeli medical technologies to deliver innovative care to those who need it most.
The Resilience of the Human Spirit: Visiting Ukraine with JDC
On a JDC Fly-In to Ukraine, Erin Zaikis discovered the country's dynamic Jewish community — and saw firsthand their strength and fortitude in the middle of the crisis.
“Nothing We Cannot Do”: This Yom Ha’atzmaut, a Conversation between Sigal Shelach & Reeva Ninio
These two JDC experts sit down to talk about JDC's response to the emergency in Israel — and what makes Israel's Independence Day so important this year.
This Yom Hashoah, Celebrating My Beloved Jewish Community
Anna R. was just two months old when the Second World War began — and today, she has a message for Jews around the world.
A Powerful Passover around the Jewish World
Hear directly from Jews around the world about what makes their Passover unique, vibrant, and meaningful.
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