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LooktoLearn integrates Jewish text, themes and values with British National Curriculum subject through the exploration of art and objects. Founded in 2009 by experienced teacher and museum educator, Nic Abery, whose strong belief in integrated education has inspired the development of this innovative learning platform. What this means is that places like the British Museum, the National Gallery and the Natural History Museum are Abery’s “classrooms,” giving Jewish students a chance to connect with their heritage in a new way.
Published: 2014
Updated: May. 07, 2014
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Abigail Pickus writes that the Israeli Government has tapped the Jewish Agency for Israel (JAFI) to expand the number of young shlichim (emissaries) it sends abroad as a way to strengthen Diaspora Jewry’s connection to Israel and to counteract rising anti-Israel sentiment. A hundred and fifty young emissaries – up from the usual 75 – will be sent around the world to live and work within Jewish communities and on university campuses. The call has already been put out for applicants and so far, hundreds of young people have applied.
Published: 2012
Updated: Jan. 10, 2012
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Abigail Pickus writes in eJewish Philanthropy about three niche-driven yeshivot – a few of many that range from secular to religious and even environmental – that are popping up throughout Jerusalem, creating new opportunities for Jewish learning for young and old adults throughout the city. The Jerusalem Secular Yeshiva, Yeshivat Talpiyot and Threshold whose leaders have trained as Fellows on PresenTense’s Community Entrepreneur Partnership (CEP), aim to change the adult Jewish studies landscape of the Holy City.
Published: 2011
Updated: Dec. 25, 2011
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Abigail Pickus reports on the recently issued strategic plan of The Foundation for Jewish Camp (FJC) which surveys the last few years and focuses on the strategic direction for the next five years (2011-2016) with the goals of increasing affordability; fostering greater connections between camps and Jewish schools, communities and synagogues; increasing awareness and creating innovative programming.
Published: 2011
Updated: Oct. 05, 2011