Feature Stories

Passover Inspires Volunteerism in Belarus

Marina is an only child. She shares a rundown two-room flat in Minsk, Belarus with her parents, both of whom are disabled and struggle to subsist on a monthly pension. The Jewish community has been this family’s lifeline since Marina was a young girl. In addition to providing her with basic food and medicines, JDC has enabled Marina to attend Jewish camp, participate in Hillel activities, and attend myriad programs at the local JDC-supported Jewish Community Center (JCC).
April 10, 2012
Young Teacher Promotes Jewish Continuity in Ancient Community

Geula is 21, born and raised in Djerba, Tunisia, to a Jewish family whose roots here go back for centuries. But in the spirit of the times—and her country—she isn't spending much time looking at the past. Instead, she sets her sights on her work as a teacher, equipping her female students with the tools to be the next link in the unbroken chain she believes makes her community special.
March 13, 2012
Leader's Vision Helps Brazil's Jewish Community Grow

Gabriel heads up the JCC Hebraica, São Paulo’s premier Jewish hub that buzzes with activities for Jews of every age. Learn how JDC’s leadership training in Latin America helped Gabriel shape and realize his vision for his community.
February 24, 2012
The New Generation Leads Jewish Renewal in Bulgaria

Just one generation ago, Jewish life in Bulgaria and throughout much of Europe and the former Soviet Union had been nearly silenced by decades of Communism and the preceding war years; today Martin is among thousands of young people growing up practicing Judaism openly in renascent Jewish communities across the region.
February 7, 2012
Enterprising Community Leader Mirrors the New Dynamism of Turkey’s Young Jews

Lisi, a 29-year-old volunteer organizer in Turkey, says, “Our community is small, but our potential is enormous.” Find out how JDC’s leadership training helped her recruit hundreds of unaffiliated young people to Istanbul’s Jewish community.
January 17, 2012
State-of-the-Art School Gives Haiti’s Children New Beginning

Fabienne, a Haitian 8th grader, dreams of becoming a doctor and helping her people. Find out how JDC’s new state-of-the-art school in Zoranje is giving Fabienne and scores of Haiti’s teenagers hope for their future.
January 3, 2012
Young Leader Brings Jewish Inspiration Home to India

Despite the challenges of growing up Jewish in Mumbai, Meirah’s family ensured she’d have a strong Jewish identity. Find out how JDC’s leadership training programs empowered this dynamite community leader.
December 20, 2011
Jewish Music and Community Save Father and Daughter

Following her mother’s death, Katya was left alone to care for her blind father in their run-down apartment in Ukraine. Learn how JDC rescued this family and is reviving Katya’s Jewish future.
December 6, 2011
Poland’s Largest Jewish Gathering is Youth Inspired and Volunteer Led

A life-changing first trip to Israel inspired Anna to get involved with her Jewish community in Poland. Read how she and other dedicated volunteers teamed up with JDC to bring hundreds of Jews together for a record-breaking Limmud learning fest.
November 8, 2011
At-Risk Youth Turned Aspiring Entrepreneurs

Fakhera was only 15 when her father lost his job and she dropped out of school to help her family of nine survive. Find out how JDC’s Turning Point program helped this Israeli at-risk teen gain business acumen and get on track to success.
November 1, 2011

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Feature Stories

Passover Inspires Volunteerism in Belarus

Young Teacher Promotes Jewish Continuity in Ancient Community

Leader's Vision Helps Brazil's Jewish Community Grow

The New Generation Leads Jewish Renewal in Bulgaria

Enterprising Community Leader Mirrors the New Dynamism of Turkey’s Young Jews

State-of-the-Art School Gives Haiti’s Children New Beginning

Young Leader Brings Jewish Inspiration Home to India

Jewish Music and Community Save Father and Daughter

Poland’s Largest Jewish Gathering is Youth Inspired and Volunteer Led

At-Risk Youth Turned Aspiring Entrepreneurs

JDC, Cookies, and Your Privacy

Feature Stories

Passover Inspires Volunteerism in Belarus

Young Teacher Promotes Jewish Continuity in Ancient Community

Leader's Vision Helps Brazil's Jewish Community Grow

The New Generation Leads Jewish Renewal in Bulgaria

Enterprising Community Leader Mirrors the New Dynamism of Turkey’s Young Jews

State-of-the-Art School Gives Haiti’s Children New Beginning

Young Leader Brings Jewish Inspiration Home to India

Jewish Music and Community Save Father and Daughter

Poland’s Largest Jewish Gathering is Youth Inspired and Volunteer Led

At-Risk Youth Turned Aspiring Entrepreneurs

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