JDC Voices Blog
In Almaty, Kazakhstan, Building (and Coding) My Jewish Life with Active Jewish Teens (AJT)
This young Jewish leader discovered his passion and purpose through Active Jewish Teens (AJT) network — the JDC youth network in the former Soviet Union (FSU) in partnership with BBYO.
In Sumy, This Passionate Volunteer Serves His Jewish Community
After becoming displaced from his home in the east of Ukraine, Roman S. found a new life and purpose as a JDC volunteer.
In Budapest, Exploring the City’s Jewish Life with JDC Entwine
Dan Alpert and Gregory Feldman take us through Jewish Budapest — and how JDC helps keep the community vibrant and dynamic.
Two Years Into the Crisis, Here’s What Ukraine’s Jews Need
Kharkiv may be one of hardest-hit cities in Ukraine — but amidst this destruction, Nika S. is determined to cultivate Jewish life and Jewish joy.
In Ukraine, Giving My Son With Disabilities a Full Jewish Life
Amidst shelling and sirens, JDC is helping one mother in Odesa provide her disabled son a safe, happy, and Jewish upbringing.
In the Middle of War, Prioritizing the Emotional & Physical Healing of Israel’s Elderly
Discover how JDC is caring for Israel's elderly in the midst of war — and giving them hope for a more peaceful future.
JOINTECH Talent: Empowering Ukraine’s Jews Through Employment Opportunities
Discover how this JDC program is changing lives (and boosting livelihoods) for talented Jewish freelancers in Ukraine.
This International Holocaust Remembrance Day, One Survivor Looks Back – and Forward
Roman S. endured hunger, terror, and devastation during the Holocaust — but today, with JDC's help, he has built a Jewish life of dignity and resilience.
This Tu Bishvat, One Israeli Farmer Celebrates JDC Volunteers
At the start of the Israel-Hamas war, Gilad Yamin faced a serious crisis — but everything changed with the help of JDC volunteers.
In Ukraine, Celebrating Volunteerism This Tu Bishvat
Nearly 100 years ago, JDC helped care for Yulia R.'s family — and today, she gives back to her community as a JDC volunteer.













