Orthodox Union

Did you know that tuition assistance for yeshiva and seminary students is in YOUR hands? In this clip from Behind the Bima, our EVP Rabbi Moshe Hauer joins hosts Rabbi Efrem Goldberg, Rabbi Philip Moskowitz, and Rabbi Josh Broide to break down how OIC-Mizrachi is ensuring vital support for yeshiva and seminary students — and how you can make sure it continues. It’s up to you! Vote OIC-Mizrachi, Slate 5 in the World Zionist Congress elections to ensure MASA funding continues to provide this tuition assistance: https://voteoic.org World Mizrachi

?? The OU Women’s Initiative Leadership Summit is back for its 3rd year! ?? Join us May 5-6 for two impactful days of growth, connection, and inspiration. Network with women making a difference across North America, engage in dynamic sessions with thought leaders, and gain practical skills to strengthen your leadership. Take this opportunity to recharge, learn, and refine your personal leadership style in an empowering and supportive environment. ?? May 5-6, 2025 ?? Learn more: ouwomen.org/summit25

How do you take a big idea and turn it into real impact? Tamar Frydman, Director of the OU Impact Accelerator, has made it her mission to help non-profits grow, innovate, and navigate the unique challenges of the Orthodox community. In the latest episode of the Oh, You!? Podcast, Tamar sits down with our EVP and COO, Rabbi Dr. Josh Joseph, to share how her background in social work and her passion for problem-solving have helped her empower game-changing startups through Impact Accelerator. We’re also thrilled to welcome eight exceptional ventures to this year’s cohort. They kicked off their Impact Accelerator journey this week with a dynamic summit at OU Headquarters, diving into learning, networking, and building the foundations for their growth. Each organization brings innovative solutions to strengthen and uplift our communities, and we can’t wait to see their impact expand. ?Don't miss this enlightening conversation Learn more about Tamar Frydman ???? https://www.ou.org/ohyou

Change is inevitable, but rarely easy. In Jewish Action’s Spring Issue, I explore how we navigate life’s transformations— spiritual, personal, or professional. Our Center for Communal Research’s recent study on Attrition in the Jewish Community highlighted a powerful truth: abrupt changes can disrupt lives in ways that may not always be healthy—even when the change itself is positive. Slow, thoughtful steps lead to lasting success. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/emN_iQry ? What are your tips on navigating change?

DO YOU HAVE 5 MINUTES TO IMPACT THE JEWISH FUTURE? Since 1902, OIC-World Mizrachi, Slate 5 has been the leading Orthodox voice in the World Zionist Congress, allocating billions of dollars in funding to defend Israel, spread Torah, and unite Am Yisrael. If you want your voice heard, VOTE OIC-MIZRACHI, SLATE 5: voteoic.org/ou

Why do people leave Orthodoxy—and what keeps them connected? A new study from the OU Center for Communal Research (OU CCR), conducted in collaboration with Dr. Moshe Krakowski of YU’s Azrieli Graduate School, explores the experiences of those who leave, uncovering complex factors like belonging, religious alignment, and identity. Read what Dr. Rachel Ginsberg, OU CCR’s principal researcher, says about the study and what they found so far:?https://lnkd.in/e3v7pC7n Yeshiva University

We were honored to welcome the leadership of the The Philos Project to OU HQ, valued friends of the Jewish people, Luke Moon, Executive Director; Kelly Griffin, Deputy Director; and Phillip Dolitsky, Strategic Advisor. Thank you for what you do every day for Israel and for Jews everywhere.

How much time do you spend thinking about the successor for your position? I’m not going anywhere, but advice received upon being hired has stayed with me. It informs my vision of the leadership pipeline for Jewish non profits.?It’s time we look at talent as an investment rather than an expense Check out the details in eJP: https://lnkd.in/g9qsj5Qu What can we be doing to build and develop those who will help take responsibility for the Jewish future?

Our EVP Rabbi Moshe Hauer discussed antisemitism on college campuses and the recent federal funding cuts at Columbia University with Beth Bailey of Fox News Media.?Read the article here:?https://lnkd.in/eaeZ7Sb3

DO YOU HAVE 5 MINUTES TO IMPACT THE JEWISH FUTURE? Since 1902, OIC-Mizrachi, Slate 5 has been the leading Orthodox voice in the World Zionist Congress, allocating billions of dollars in funding to defend Israel, spread Torah, and unite Am Yisrael. If you want your voice heard, VOTE OIC-MIZRACHI, SLATE 5: voteoic.org/ou