President of Ukraine, Mr. Volodymyr Zelensky, paid a visit to the synagogue of Kherson that suffered an attempted attack by...
Month: June 2020
FJC’s ‘For Life’ Emergency Project Extends a Helping Hand to Brethren in Need
Few countries in the world can compare with the Ukraine, when it comes to having a rich Jewish cultural heritage....
“Optimism certainly helps to combat the virus”- Special Interview With Chief Rabbi of Russia, Berel Lazar
Only days after being released from hospital care for the treatment of the Coronavirus, the Chief Rabbi of Russia— Rabbi...
“Darkeinu Olympics—5780,” go off Without a Hitch, Despite Restrictions Imposed by COVID19
The ability to adapt to sudden and unexpectedly changing circumstances is a quality that is indispensable for achievement of success....
EnerJew’s Activists Spring into Action, with COVID19 Community Relief Programs
Vaccine of Love: In more normal times, the CIS-based youth organization — EnerJew — concerns itself chiefly with fostering Jewish...
The Enigmatic and Curious History of the Irkutsk Synagogue—Seemingly the Oldest in Russia
Translated to English from an article by Vadim Palko at Verbludvogne.ru In the spring of 2020, the Synagogue of Irkutsk,...
‘Keren Or’ Shines the Light of the Judaism Into the Homes of Ukraine’s Jews
Translated from Hebrew as “Ray of Light”, the Federation of Jewish Communities of Ukraine’s ‘Keren Or’ initiative extend special support...
EnerJew’s Scope of Online Activities Continues to Grow, to Meet 21st Century Challenges
As an organization primarily aimed at Jewish teenagers, EnerJew’s staff has always understood the importance of maintaining a robust presence...
Russian TV Megastar and Impresario № 1, Ivan Urgant, Joins YAHAD’s WW2 Commemorations
As part of the events surrounding the 75th anniversary of the conclusion of the Second World War, a large-scale educational...
Tallinn’s Grand Synagogue Celebrates Its Bar-Mitzvah
In a joyous occasion for the Jewish community of Estonia, Tallinn’s Grand Synagogue recently celebrated its 13th anniversary. Completed in...