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Remembering Gloria Steinem

In this special episode, JWA's CEO Judith Rosenbaum reflects on the legacy of feminist pioneer Gloria Steinem, who died on September 2, 2026. 

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by Lucy Marshall

Pregnancy, birth, and parenting themes are woven into the symbols of Rosh Hashanah, and they feel more personally resonant than ever. 

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by Emma Breitman

Rosa Blumenfeld-Romero is a writer, educator, and founder of Reclaiming Indigeneity LLC and Casa Romero, a decolonization retreat center and land back project.

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Play, “Lilith,” Has Its Apple and Eats It

by Meital Fried

Lilith, a new play written by Adina Aaron and directed by Samantha Ozeas, reimagines the character once again, adding new layers of complexity, dignity, and affection to her story. 

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Rethinking My Position In the Jewish Community

by Marlo Dabareiner

As I read my classmate’s message to me, I was reminded of the same debate that I had been having in my head about what feminism should or shouldn’t look like.

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