Hi Saffy,
I was not part of the discussion, but if I may offer a reply:
1) the paradigm shift that is occuring is not one from federation to an alternative to federation, it is a shift away from federated giving. The Federation system is trying to…
I am a naturally optimistic person who believes that anything can be acheived, as long as we set our mind to it.
Never one to sit and watch the world go by, I have spent my life actively working to make our world a better place, one small step at a time.
Professionally I....
...am currently in the process of becoming Executive Director of Koldor.
I am involved with the following Jewish organizations/institutions/projects:
Hillel Israel
Interdisciplinary Center Herzliya
KolDor
In the past I have been involved with the following Jewish organizations/institutions/projects:
Matnas- Kiryat Chaim
Ambassadors Club
MFA advocacy training
StandWithUs
Virginia Holocaust Museum
AIPAC
Hillel USA
Beth Israel sunday school teacher
Supporters of a Safe Israel
Habonim Dror
Bnai Brith Youth Organization
NCSY
Other ways in which I am an activist/leader in the Jewish community
Other than active involvement in projects and organizations, I have spent the past few years helping others to acclimate to Israel and advising on the Aliya process. I was class representative at the IDC, kept blogs on life and the Second Lebanon War for jpost.com.
What do you think about Jewish Peoplehood?
I believe that Peoplehood is an integral aspect of the Jewish People. We need a strong anchor to hold the Jewish People together and need to forward Peoplehood to match our needs in the 21st century.
What are the Jewish (or other) values/issues about which you are most passionate?
Tikkun Olam, environmentalism, Tzedakah, peace, strengthening the Jewish people, human rights...and many many more.
What are you looking for in the KolDor network?
Friends, ideas and actions to help make our world a better place.
My Favorite Place in Israel is:
Upper Galillee
My Favorite Place in my Home Country is:
Spy Rock (George Washington National Park, Appalachian Trail)
In My Spare Time I Like to:
Hike, travel, read, sew, be amusingly entertained by my hubby...