Empowering women

The initiative is meant to encourage young girls who are currently enrolled in technological-oriented classes in school to pursue meaningful positions during and after their military service.

Throughout the entire story, Ruth demonstrates resourcefulness, initiative and agency.

Every May, JNF-USA holds Women’s Month to highlight and celebrate the thousands of women who support its philanthropic investments in Israel.

The statistics released by the social welfare organization present a staggering difference between men and women in numerous realms.

My experience working at organizations led by women has shown me the value of female leadership. Women are creative problem-solvers, honest, ethical, collaborative and good mentors.

Esther was one of the strongest Jewish women in history, and we can learn from her humility, fear fighting, faith, and transformation.

"I never had a strong desire to read the megillah publicly, but was happy to get involved writing. I had no idea how much I’d learn, and how empowering it would be," said Zehavi.

Kweskin tackles hard-hitting subjects in her films like female genital mutilation, honor violence, forced marriage and systemic exclusion of women from education.

Note of Harrison’s achievement suggested that stereotypes die hard. Harrison, The New York Times wrote, was “‘the only producer anywhere, with dimples and a 24-inch waistline.’”

“As women, we have every ability to be part of the mission and dream of the Rebbe [Rabbi Menachem M. Schneerson]," said Dini Freundlich, keynote speaker.