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JD Academy Member Emma Emma Günsberger Elected a Vice President to the Federation of Jewish Communities in Prague

JD Academy member Emma Günsberger has been elected to represent the Federation of Jewish Communities in Prague on behalf of the Prague Kehila.
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Next Gen Intern Sophie Goodman Attends AIPAC's Fall Political Student Leadership Conference

Sophie Goodman, a Next Gen Intern, recently traveled to Washington, D.C., to attend AIPAC's Fall Political Student Leadership Summit (PSLS). Alongside students nationwide, Sophie explored AIPAC's creative work and deepened her understanding of the U.S.-Israel relationship.
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Lauder Fellow Matty Fisher's Advocacy for IBD Awareness Featured in The Jewish Chronicle

Matty Fisher’s commitment to raising awareness for Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) continues to gain recognition, as his advocacy work was recently highlighted in The Jewish Chronicle.
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Lauder Fellow Matty Fisher Leads the Way in IBD Awareness and Advocacy

In a recent Jewish News UK article, Matty Fisher, a Lauder Fellow with the World Jewish Congress, sheds light on an often-overlooked issue: Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) within the Jewish community.
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JDA Members Micah Gritz, Danielle Sobkin, Sabrina Soffer, and Blake Ziegler Featured in New Documentary About Campus Antisemitism

JDA members Micah Gritz, Danielle Sobkin, Sabrina Soffer, and Blake Ziegler are all featured in the new documentary Blindspot: Antisemitism Before and After 10/7.
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JDA Member Claire Frankel Moderates Discussion on International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women

JDA member Claire Frankel moderated a profoundly impactful event in partnership with CUJS and Hillel Montreal. The keynote speaker, Dr. Cochav Elkayam Levy, Head of Israel’s Civil Commission on October 7th Crimes by Hamas Against Women and Children, delivered a powerful address on the atrocities of that day. 
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Lauder Fellow Erika Mahler Lev: Spotlighted in ILTV Interview

In a recent interview with ILTV Israel News, Erika discussed young leaders' critical role in addressing the challenges facing Jewish communities today. She emphasized the importance of creating programs that inspire the next generation to engage with their heritage and contribute to a global sense of Jewish unity. 
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Lauder Fellow and AUJS President Noah Loven Speaks Out on Antisemitism at Australian Universities

Noah Loven, Lauder Fellow and President of the Australasian Union of Jewish Students (AUJS), recently addressed the Human Rights Committee in Australia regarding their inquiry into antisemitism at Australian universities. 
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JDA Member Dani Sobkin and Lauder Fellow Alyssa Wallack Speak at Chabad on Campus' Annual Pegisha

JDA member Dani Sobkin spoke to 2,000 Chabad students at Chabad on Campus' annual Pegisha in Crown Heights New York. She spoke about how to be a leader on campus and how to be proudly Jewish. Current Lauder Fellow, Alyssa Wallack, also had the opportunity to speak to students over Shabbat about being Jewish on Campus in the wake of October 7th.
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Jathlete Launches its Sports Kits for Students Across the UK

Jathlete, a project in NextGenInc., launches its sports kits for the different football leagues across the United Kingdom.
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