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Orthodox Union

Founded in 1898, the Orthodox Union (OU), or Union of Orthodox Jewish Congregations of America, serves as the voice of American Orthodox Jewry, with over 400 congregations in its synagogue network. As the umbrella organization for American Orthodox Jewry, the OU is at the forefront of advocacy work on both state and federal levels, outreach to Jewish teens and young professionals through NCSY, Israel Free Spirit Birthright, Yachad and OU Press, among many other divisions and programs.
Participants enjoy OU’s Torah Initiatives’ Maseches Sotah siyum at Young Israel of the West Side
The Wire
OU’s Torah Initiatives, Upper West Side community celebrate ‘siyum‘ on Maseches Sotah
Participants enjoyed sessions by OU Executive Vice President Rabbi Moshe Hauer, who spoke about living united as a Torah community, and OU Kosher Chief Operating Officer Rabbi Moshe Elefant, who addressed pressing questions in a Q&A on contemporary kashrus issues.
Jun. 2, 2023
The cover of "The Return to Zion." Credit: OU Press.
The Wire
1,000 community leaders attend OU Press launch of book featuring the Rav’s addresses
The event kicked off Mizrachi’s World Orthodox Israel Congress in Jerusalem.
Jun. 2, 2023
Michael (Avi) Helfand
The Wire
Teach Coalition names Michael (Avi) Helfand, prominent legal scholar and religious liberty advocate, as senior legal advisor
Helfand will serve as a critical guide, providing legal expertise on matters related to education, religious freedom and civil rights.
Jun. 2, 2023
From left: Participants at the OU Women’s Initiative Leadership Conference: Rachel Karesh, Chaya Tova Hartman and Beth Bassman of Chicago.
The Wire
Over 150 female lay leaders convene at Orthodox Union’s Women’s Initiative Leadership Summit 2023
Inspiration, networking, growth and best practices are the focal points of the event.
May. 11, 2023
L-R, at the New York State Capitol: Islamic Cultural Center School Principal Khadijah Jean Pryce; Regis High School Vice President for Development James Kennedy; Teach NYS Executive Director Sydney Altfield; New York State Catholic Conference Director for Education James Cultrara; Teach NYS Co-founder and Board Chair Sam Sutton; Cristo Rey New York High School President Dan Dougherty; Partnership Schools Chief Operating Officer Kathleen Quirk
The Wire
Teach NYS leads historic interfaith coalition trip to Albany
Jewish, Catholic and Islamic nonpublic school representatives unite to advocate for increased support for nonpublic school programs and resources.
May. 2, 2023
Rebbetzin Dr. Adina Shmidman. Credit: Courtesy.
The Wire
OU Women’s Initiative helps communities re-engage through challenge grant
“This immersive experience provided inspiration, education, connection and an opportunity to learn about, discuss and support one another,” said Young Israel of Fair Lawn’s Rebbetzin Rebecca Belizon.
Apr. 28, 2023
Participants listen to a SPIRIT hybrid panel presentation at Young Israel of Hollywood-Fort Lauderdale in Florida called “The Anglo Guide to Buying Real Estate in Israel,” March 2023. Credit: OU.
The Wire
Orthodox Union’s SPIRIT program for the 60-plus crowd engages 7,500 participants weekly
It draws participants from 45 states and 23 countries, including Ethiopia, Serbia and Thailand.
Apr. 20, 2023
New York City Councilman Justin Brannan. Credit: Wikimedia Commons.
The Wire
Teach NYS ads call on New York City Council members to pass tuition-loan program for special-needs students
Long and costly delays have undermined the program; currently, only 8% of all students with disabilities benefit from tuition reimbursements.
Apr. 19, 2023
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis displays new legislation on school choice for parents and families, March 27, 2023, Source: Screenshot.
The Wire
Florida Jewish day schools pledge to support tuition affordability following school-choice expansion
Apr. 5, 2023
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