Archive: 2023


Operation Iron Swords Update- 12/1

Written by jewishinsd, December 1, 2023

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Our thoughts are with those affected, and we are committed to keeping you informed. Here’s the latest update: Hostages Israel Defense Forces Operations International Response Stories Of Heartbreak, Heroism And […]


National Mental Health First Aid Resources

Written by Annette Bernier, December 1, 2023

Teen Resilience

If you or someone you care about feels overwhelmed with emotions like sadness, depression, or anxiety, or like you want to harm yourself or others, please call 911 or one […]


Parenting In Turbulent Times

Written by Annette Bernier, December 1, 2023

JFSD Teens: Building A Vibrant Jewish Future

We know that navigating these times can be challenging for parents. Below is a video focused on youth mental wellbeing during times of crisis, drawing insights from Jewish agency professionals […]


Bearing Witness – Day 4 – Rabbi Jason Nevarez

Written by Rabbi Jason Nevarez   , December 1, 2023

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Written by Rabbi Jason Nevarez on November 30, 2023 Our last day on this solidarity mission was both emotional and inspirational. We head back to San Diego and will begin to […]


Reflections from Day 3 – Alan Viterbi

Written by jewishinsd, December 1, 2023

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Written by Alan Viterbi on November 29, 2023 Today we visited the “temporary” homes for the Survivors of Kfar Azza and Nachal Oz, a unique therapy facility staffed by hundreds […]


Study: San Diego’s 100k strong Jewish population aging, diversifying

San Diego Downtown News, December 1, 2023


Comprehensive San Diego Jewish Community Study Poses Challenges and Opportunities

San Diego Jewish Journal, December 1, 2023


Dignity Grows

Giving Back Magazine, December 1, 2023


Reflections from Day 3 – Rabbi Yael RIdberg

Written by jewishinsd, November 30, 2023

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Written by Rabbi Yael Ridberg on November 29, 2023 In 2002, Elie Wiesel z”l said at the Legacy of Holocaust Survivors conference at Yad Vashem, “Whoever listens to a witness, […]


Reflections from Day 3 – Debbie Kornberg

Written by jewishinsd, November 30, 2023

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Written by Debbie Kornberg on November 29, 2023 Our morning started at Shefayim, the temporary home for the residents of Kibbutz Kfar Aza. We heard testimonies from three different people […]

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