Women's Philanthropy engages women of all ages and giving levels in social, educational and philanthropic events and activities, allowing all Jewish women in Seattle to be included in the Jewish Federation and participate in creating community.
Together, Women's Philanthropy and the greater Jewish Federation work toward strengthening, repairing and ensuring the Jewish community in Seattle, Israel and around the world. Collectively, Women's Philanthropy generates one-third of Seattle's annual Community Campaign.
We invite you to join Women's Philanthropy of the Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle, and women of all ages and backgrounds, as we embark on a meaningful evening of Jewish learning at Turn the Page 2012: Women of Character: A Celebration of Resilience and Renewal. Each participant is invited to enjoy an exceptional keynote speaker and participate in two, forty-five minute learning sessions of her choice led by a variety of local female educators.
The Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle has made the most recent group of community grants from its Women's Endowment Fund. Grants from this fund are focused on programming that support the empowerment and improves the lives of women and girls in Western Washington and Israel.
This year's grants, totaling $16,000, were made to the following organizations:
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Dr. Einat Carmon, a Surgeon in the Department of Surgery at the Hadassah University Medical Center in Jerusalem, specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of breast diseases, specifically breast cancer.
Anyone lucky enough to attend the upcoming Connections 2011 Women's Philanthropy event is sure to enjoy a lively, engaging presentation by one of our nation's foremost authorities on books. Nancy Pearl, NPR Commentator, author of books such as Book Lust, and recently named Librarian of the Year by the Library Journal, was called "one lusty librarian" by the Los Angeles Times. She is the headliner for "Discovering Community Through Books", January 30 at the Hyatt Regency Bellevue.
The Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle would like to congratulate Solicitor General Elena Kagan on her Senate confirmation to the United States Supreme Court. She brings with her unique personal and professional qualifications as a consensus builder and a deep commitment to upholding our constitutional values. We are particularly proud to see a member of our Jewish community rise to such an important position, being just the fourth female justice and eighth Jewish justice in Supreme Court history.
Breast cancer is undeniably a major issue in the United States. But has the issue of breast cancer worldwide been overlooked? The American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC), a major overseas partner of the Jewish Federation, has created the Women's Health Empowerment Program (WHEP) to ensure it has not been overlooked.
WHEP has made great strides in education and helping the rest of Jewish world learn more about breast cancer, by giving international women the best tool when it comes to breast cancer: education for early detection.
Last night's Turn the Page was tremendous! Over 150 women from the greater Seattle area gathered, dined, learned, laughed and bonded as a community. Attendees participated in two inspiring breakout sessions led by impressive women from our very own community. These intimate learning opportunities, plus dinner and a hilarious keynote address, imparted valuable lessons and life tips and made for a very enjoyable night out.
Join us for Livingroom Learning with Women's Philanthropy of the Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle. Back by popular demand, Rivy Kletenik will take us on an exploration of some of Judaism's most "interesting" women. Tonight's session is on "Ruth and Naomi: A Model for Mothers, Daughters and In-Laws Too!"
