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Conservative Rabbi Arrested for Officiating at Israeli Wedding

The arrest of a conservative Rabbi for the “offense” of performing a non-Orthodox marriage has triggered a public outcry raising the profile of marriage freedom, a focus of Federations' iRep. Read more .

Israel Passes Controversial Nation-State Bill

JFNA is disappointed over Israel’s passage of the controversial Nation-State Bill. While the controversial Diaspora clause would not limit the government’s ability to educate Israeli citizens about the Jewish world abroad, it could potentially impact the advancement of pluralism.​ Rea…

Jewish Family Service of Metro Detroit names chief financial officer

Jeff Lev has joined Jewish Family Service of Metro Detroit as chief financial officer. Read more.

Jewish Federation receives top rating from Charity Navigator

Charity Navigator, an independent organization that evaluates nonprofit groups in the United States, has given the Jewish Federation of St. Louis its highest possible rating of four stars. Read more.

Diaspora clause in nation-state bill called 'patronizing'

A bill currently before the Knesset underscores the need for meaningful dialogue between Israel and the Diaspora, says JFNA President & CEO Jerry Silverman. Read more.

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