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“How We Fight Back Against Antisemitism” By Rabbi Noah Farkas

The protection of Jewish life is a value we will always uphold. Our President & CEO Rabbi Noah Farkas wrote an op-ed published by the Jerusalem Post outlining a plan […]
Public Security Briefing: Protecting Our Community

One of our core Jewish values is that human life is sacred. On June 26th, the Jewish Security Alliance — our partnership with ADL Los Angeles and the Community Security […]
Security Update

Yesterday’s abhorrent violence in the Pico-Robertson neighborhood of Los Angeles, the most densely populated Jewish area on the West Coast, is yet another example of the rising antisemitism and violence […]
A Summer of Connection

Summer is here, and it’s a time when some in our community can slow down, get away, and recharge. For some, especially our family in Israel, summer brings another season […]
Our Presentation at a Suicide Prevention Conference in Las Vegas

In early May, we presented at the 2024 American Association of Suicidology Conference in Las Vegas, with our partners at Didi Hirsch. Our presentation focused on understanding historical stigma within […]

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Read Our 2023 Annual Report

Last year was a study in contrasts for Jewish Los Angeles. The unimaginable horrors of October 7th enraged and traumatized our entire community. Those feelings persist to this day. But […]
Watch: The Fight for Jewish Life

This month has been challenging, but the Federation has ensured that Jewish life is protected and continues to thrive and prosper. Below, please find a speech I recently gave that […]
We are relieved that the illegal encampments at UCLA’s campus have been removed. Our goal is to ensure the safety and protection of every Jewish student at UCLA. As such, […]
Jewish American Heritage Month

JFEDLA believes that the antidote to hate in all its forms is to live our best Jewish lives. In that spirit, Jewish American Heritage Month (JAHM) — held each May […]
Peacefully Protecting Jewish Students

We are appalled at the violence that took place on the campus of UCLA last night. The abhorrent actions of a few counter-protestors last night do not represent the Jewish […]
Community Alert: College Campus Climate Update

The events of the last few days on college campuses are simply disturbing. Our Federation values peaceful civic discourse and free speech, but the vitriol, violence, and antisemitism we are […]
This Passover, Use Your Voice for Israel & Honor the Hostages

Your Voice Matters — Advocate Now As Passover approaches and we prepare to celebrate our ancestor’s freedom from slavery, we recognize that our people’s freedom is so desperately lacking at […]
Message on Iranian Attack on Israel + Special Briefing: Sunday, April 14th at 7:00 AM PT

While we do not under normal circumstances send communications on Shabbat, this attack by Iran against Israel is alarming and frightening. The launch of hundreds of drones and missiles further […]
Resilience and Joy

For thousands of years, we have come to each other’s table to celebrate Passover, our holiday that commemorates the Exodus from Egypt. It is the oldest of our traditions, first […]
Education Leaders Summit

JFEDLA was proud to host our inaugural Education Leaders Summit: Understanding, Embracing, and Including Jewish Students in Your School Community! We convened 50 schools, including 125 school district superintendents, heads of […]
A New Era for JFEDLA

We are changing our brand. We say “brand” because our look, logo, colors, and even our name is getting an update. But it’s more than that. It’s really about all […]
Celebrating the Power of Jewish Women

March is Women’s History Month. Our Jewish community and our Federation celebrate the power and influence of Jewish women every day. Women are central to who we are as a […]
It’s a Gift to be a Jew

You are never alone. Over 100 years ago, the famed Yiddish author and playwright Sholem Aleichem penned the Yiddish comedy Shver tsu zayn a yid or Hard to Be a […]
THE JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER LOS ANGELES LAUNCHES CAMPUS IMPACT NETWORK TO ADDRESS ANTISEMITISM ON COLLEGE CAMPUSES

Jewish Federation Los Angeles launches Campus Impact Network to address antisemitism on college campuses. The program aims to support Jewish college students in LA, empower student leaders, promote a positive view of Israel, and strengthen advocacy efforts. Micro-grants will be provided for campus programs. Contact AFGoldberg@JewishLA.org for more information.

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Art and Activism with Muralist Cloe Hakakian

Discover the powerful connection between art and activism with muralist Cloe Hakakian. Learn how her art raises awareness for women’s rights in Iran and the Iranian people’s fight for freedom. Find out how art can amplify silenced voices, unite communities, and inspire change. Support the cause by taking actionable steps to raise awareness and create…

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