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Sharon Altshul

Sharon Altshul

Sharon Altshul is a photojournalist and writer known for her reporting on Israeli society, culture and community development.

“I promised myself I would succeed and reach the highest goals in the best way possible,” she told JNS. “Music isn’t mine. It’s a gift I got to give.”
While much of the national conversation focuses on Israel’s fallen and the hostages, many soldiers are fighting a quiet war
At a Jerusalem symposium organized by OneFamily, Israeli women shared their personal stories of loss, finding strength in community.
“She’ilat KITBAG,” which operates with the nonprofit Yashar LaChayal, supplies soldiers with everything needed to fill a kitbag—free of charge.
“This place embodies the best of Israel,” said President Isaac Herzog. “It’s a testament to innovation, inclusion and the belief that every child deserves a chance.”
The National Library of Israel unveils several of the 12 Damascus Crowns in an event honoring Rabbi Abraham Hamra, the last chief rabbi of Syria.
Fulfilling its mission to digitize Jewish newspapers from across the globe, the project now contains more than 500 periodicals across the world.
The grassroots initiative, a lifeline for Israeli families from all backgrounds, is partnering with Lev Echad and organizations in the United States.