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“Meeting Young Jews Where They Are”: A Q&A with JDC Entwine’s Evan Majzner

Evan Majzner brings to JDC Entwine a belief in the profound impact of global Jewish travel — and a passion for cultivating the next generation of Jewish leaders.

by The JDC Team

On Tu B’Av, Celebrating Szarvas Camp as the Best Jewish Matchmaker

Though a gateway to Jewish life for so many children and youth, Szarvas is also a sometimes a bridge to a loving relationship.

by The JDC Team

One Nation, One Heart: A Love Letter from Jewish Finland

This tireless Jewish leader is blazing a path to hope for her local community in Finland.

by Chaya Votkin

On Tisha B’Av, This Holocaust Survivor Says “Never Again”

Elena Cretu was witness to one of humanity's darkest chapters — but today, she has a message of courage and hope.

by Elena Cretu

“We Survive Because of Each Other”: A Meditation on the Meaning of Tisha B’Av

Though he endured some of the worst atrocities imaginable, this Holocaust survivor never lost faith in his Jewish identity.

by Nicolai Boguslavskiy

“We Don’t Give Up”: One Leader’s Hopes for Jewish Life in Greece

For years, Taly Mair has guided her Jewish community with wisdom and dedication — today, she has big dreams for Greece's Jews.

by Taly Mair

Through Kidum, Building Sustainable Jewish Communities in Argentina

These two leaders are catalyzing Argentina's Jewish future through an innovative JDC program.

by The JDC Team

“Love with Nowhere Else to Go”: A Tu B’Av Reflection from Kazakhstan

What's the secret to true love? This elderly Jew has an answer you won't often hear.

by Alina Berlimble

From Visitor to Family: Experiencing Jewish Budapest on the Weitzman-JDC Fellowship

A short trip to Hungary turned into something much longer — and more meaningful — for these two rabbinical students.

by Jay Ascher & Jack Rosenberg

Pride 2026: In Argentina and Beyond, Widening Our Tent for LGBTQ+ Jews

In Andrew Belinfante's view, the future of Jewish life depends on all of us — including LGBTQ+ Jews.

by Andrew Belinfante