In the best of times, Yom HaZikaron and Yom HaAtzma’ut can be complicated for progressive American Jews. How do we do something that feels meaningful and appropriate, and not just throw a falafel party?
This year — with hostages still held in Gaza, more than 33,000 Palestinians dead and famine imminent, the war ongoing, and the threat of escalation — the emotional and political complexity reaches new heights. This resource offers guidance for educators on where to start and some factors to consider. It is not a program in a box but rather an approach to planning whatever program your community needs.
