Jewish Women's Archive

June Book Talks

Join us June 6, 20, and 27 in conversation with authors Mimi Zieman, Rebecca Clarren, Yaëlle Azagury and Frances Malino.

The Jewish Women’s Archive documents Jewish women’s stories, elevates their voices, and inspires them to be agents of change.

Oral History Showcase: Leni's Ladino Legacy

In this episode of Can We Talk?, you’ll hear excerpts from an interview with Leni LaMarche in which she reflects on growing up in Seattle's Sephardic community and peppers her stories with colorful Ladino words and sayings.

black and white drawing of people dancing in couples at a ball, circa 1800s

Shall We Dance?

by Sonia Gollance

Long before Fiddler on the Roof, Jewish writers used partner dance as a powerful metaphor for social changes that transformed Jewish communities.

RVF Alums: Where Are They Now?

by Sarah Biskowitz

JWA talks to Rising Voices Fellowship alum Eleanor Harris for our series marking the 10th anniversary of the fellowship.

Shahanna McKinney-Baldon and Michal Avera Samuel

The Shalom Curriculum Project

by Shoshana McKinney Kirya-Ziraba

The project's creators hope it will change the way Jewish kids see themselves and each other.

About 30 lit yahrzeit candles on the ground

October 7 and the Israel/Gaza War

Use JWA’s questions about October 7, 2023, and the Israel/Gaza war to help us document and preserve the experiences of Jewish women and gender-expansive people during this unprecedented moment.