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JD Academy Member Eryn Sarkin Launches Inspiring '80 Voices for 80 Years' Initiative

Eryn Sarkin, a JD Academy member deeply committed to preserving history, has launched an inspiring initiative: 80 Voices for 80 Years. As we approach the 80th anniversary of Auschwitz’s liberation, Eryn is determined to ensure the stories of Holocaust survivors are shared widely and meaningfully.
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JD Academy Members Sabrina Soffer, Dani Sobkin, and Daniel Mautner Selected for Voices of the People Council

This global initiative fosters meaningful dialogue, amplifies diverse perspectives, and addresses critical issues that shape our world. The selection of this team is a testament to its exceptional leadership, dedication, and passion for driving impactful change.
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JD Academy Member Sabrina Soffer Helped Light the Candles at the Israeli Embassy's Annual Hanukkah Celebration

In honor of all of her work for fighting antisemitism on college campuses, Sabrina Soffer had the opportunity to light a candle at the Israeli Embassy's Hanukkah celebration in Washington D.C.
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Jewish Youth Assembly Meets for 2nd Virtual Session

During the second Jewish Youth Assembly virtual session, delegates heard from Jacob Ware, a research fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations and a adjunct professor at Georgetown University.
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JD Academy Member Dani Sobkin Wins the ADIR Challenge for Startup Reportify

JD Academy Member Dani Sobkin won the ADIR Challenge for her new start-up Reportify that uses generative AI for college campus antisemitism reporting.
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Mobilise & Amplify: How Lauder Fellow Matty Fisher Uses Social Media to Drive Change

At the UJS Convention, Lauder Fellow Matty Fisher led Mobilise & Amplify, a dynamic session on the power of social media to raise awareness of issues impacting Jewish communities today.
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Minyan Marom Shabbat Meal with American Friends of Magen David Adom

On Friday, December 13, Minyan Marom, a project in NextGenInc., hosted a Shabbat meal in partnership with American Friends of Magen David Adom.
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Lauder Fellow Matty Fisher Featured on Yalla: The Podcast of Jewish Students

In honor of IBD Awareness Week, Lauder Fellow Matty Fisher joined Yalla, the UJS podcast, for a candid and heartfelt discussion.
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Yallagan Incubator Project Featured in Jewish News UK

The Next Gen incubator project, Yallagan, was recently highlighted in Jewish News UK, showcasing its impactful work and innovative approach to engaging Jewish communities.
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JDA Member Nati Pressmann Mentioned in Canadian House of Commons Report

Nati Pressmann, a JDA member, was mentioned in the Canadian House of Commons report addressing the alarming rise of antisemitism.
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