Activism

Jerusalemite of the week: Under Eyal Gur's guidance, Safeguarding Our Shared Home has grown and is taking a stand against major issues facing Israeli society.

"Don't be hypocritical. It [Israel] does not have the right to exist. It's not your land to say that Israel has the right to exist," the activist yelled before walking off.

The videos coming out of Egypt show that applying a woke lens to the geopolitical nuances of the Middle East simply does not work.

Journalism can also function as a platform for advocating social change by highlighting underreported issues, amplifying marginalized voices, and pressuring for policy reform.

Emily Austin, a Jewish social media influencer and vocal Israel advocate, turned Holocaust education and the Oct. 7 Hamas attack into lifelong activism, despite public backlash.

The star channels her fame into fierce advocacy, bridging generations and speaking for Israel and Jewish pride.

It Takes Chutzpah is crisply and clearly written, intended to raise a new generation of can-do activists with the ability to build bridges and widen constituencies in order to achieve their goals.

Ruderman's book arrives at a crucial moment when many Americans feel simultaneously motivated to address societal challenges but uncertain about how to create meaningful impact.

American universities have become strategic targets for extremist groups, which use student gatherings as fronts for their ideas.

To ensure lasting change, we need to build a generation that is strong enough to withstand the storm. If our generation isn’t rooted in Jewish identity, we have nothing to defend.

As Barak Swarttz moves forward, it’s clear that his work - both on and off the court - has only just begun.