StandWithUs International Conference in LA draws 650, biggest attendance yet CEO Roz Rothstein told JNS that the pro-Israel gathering is “nourishing” for young Jews: “They are facing so much hostility. They need to be in this room. They need to be at this conference.” Izzy Salant March 4, 2025
Republican Jewish engagement leader reaches out to liberal Jews on heels of election success “It’s not a time to taunt and bully the left, but to reach across and make an effort and look at what they’re genuinely concerned about,” Ryan Mermer, former RNC Jewish engagement director, tells JNS. Mike Wagenheim Feb. 14, 2025
Nearly 300 Jewish young professionals speed date at Chabad event in Brooklyn “I was so afraid of marrying the wrong person,” said Aviela, 31, of Tampa, Fla. Vita Fellig Jan. 20, 2025
Birthright celebrates 25th anniversary Project brings 6,500 young Jews to Israel this winter to help rebuild tourism industry. Roni Shkedy Dec. 31, 2024
Anti-Zionist organization gets $100k grant as Walter and Elise Haas Fund changes direction It’s part of an overhaul of the fund’s philanthropic approach in the last few years, which includes empowering young adults in the decision process. Dec. 18, 2024
3,000 young Jews gather in NYC sukkah ahead of first Hebrew-date memorial of Oct. 7 Hamas attacks “The other side screams and shows fear,” one attendee told JNS. “We present joy and happiness.” Anna Rahmanan Oct. 22, 2024
Young US Jews embrace Israel amid Gaza war Undeterred by regional tensions, Jews in their 20s are eager to contribute. Efrat Forsher Sept. 6, 2024
Young Jewish Chicagoans excited, apprehensive ahead of Democratic National Convention Concerning feats that protests could get violent, a recent graduate told JNS: “I do not think that is out of the question.” Sylvia Miller Aug. 13, 2024
Birthright Israel mega-event draws 2,000 young Jews from around world “No matter what, we will never give up on our unity and support for one another,” said CEO Gidi Mark. June 26, 2024
