by Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor | Sep 24, 2024 | Israel Programming, Statements
This past weekend, the Iranian-backed terrorist organization Hezbollah launched a barrage of rockets into Israel, striking deep into the nation. An area that came under heavy assault was Federation’s Partnership region in the Central Galilee. The air force base...
by FEDadmin | Jan 19, 2024 | Community, Statements
Statement in Regard to Ann Arbor School Board’s Passage of Cease Fire Resolution 1/17/2024 The Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor and local community leaders are extremely disappointed in the Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Trustees vote to approve a...
by FEDadmin | Jan 10, 2024 | Statements, Uncategorized
As your Community Security Manager, I wanted to provide an update on what I’ve been doing recently. The terrorist attacks on Israel on October 7th have had an effect on all of us and showed that security is more important than ever. Based on data released by Secure...
by Eileen Freed | Jan 10, 2024 | Community, Statements, Uncategorized
The Federation team has been coordinating advocacy efforts to address antisemitism and anti-Israel activism in our community. Federation and its Board President, ad-hoc political triage team, and Jewish Community Relations Committee leadership have facilitated and/or...
by FEDadmin | Dec 13, 2023 | Statements
As the crowd gathered in the UM Hillel building, among the cheerful chattering and chewing of students and adults, one young woman sat quietly, by herself. Immersed in herself, distant, sat the key speaker. As time arrived, the young women moved to her seat, in front...
by Eileen Freed | Dec 13, 2023 | Community, Statements
The past 2 ½ months have been challenging times for our community. The Jewish Federation team – dedicated professionals and tireless volunteers – have worked around the clock to support, convene, and advocate on behalf of our community. Some of this effort happens...
