8 Ways to Grow Your Light This Hanukkah
The world can feel pretty dark lately. Here are eight practices to help grow your light within and ignite the sparks of justice during Hanukkah. Continue reading
Tag Archives: Judaism
Next Year in Freedom
By Dana Krimker Well, of course there would be free Wi-Fi, healthcare for all, an endless supply of frozen yogurt and it would be spring all year long. If I could really have my ideal world, everyone would adhere to … Continue reading
Refusing Medicaid Expansion: Leaving the Poorest Behind
By Emily Unger A few months ago, I was having Shabbat lunch at a friend’s house, and the topic of health reform came up. Some of the other guests were opposed to the Affordable Care Act, arguing that costs would … Continue reading
Making “Other” Into “Our own”: DC Stands Up Against Homelessness
By Kelley Kidd About a month ago, at a community Shabbat with my fellow Avodahniks, we got into a powerful discussion surrounding debt and giving. We talked about the implications of Jewish texts that emphasize the importance of caring first … Continue reading
A Call to Wake
By Hannah Rich My stomach turned as I picked up the phone. “No, I will not be taking a job at your education start-up… Yes, I know that it is an incredible opportunity… Thank you, I appreciate the offer… This … Continue reading
Supporter Spotlight: Seth Goldman, CEO of Honest Tea
Seth Goldman is the President and CEO of Honest Tea, an organic tea company based out of Bethesda, Maryland, as well as a supporter of AVODAH. Along with co-founder Barry Nalebuff and illustrator Sungyoon Choi, Seth recently released Mission in a … Continue reading
Do You Want to Make a Difference? Apply to AVODAH!
Do you want to make a difference? Are you interested in social justice and Judaism? Are you passionate about fighting poverty and affecting change in the United States? Join AVODAH: The Jewish Service Corps, a year-long program combining work for … Continue reading