DJN October 21, 2021

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JYP in Ann Arbor Welcomes New Board

On Aug. 15, Jewish Young Professionals of Ann Arbor (JYP) hosted its annual Community Celebration to celebrate the group’s achievements of the past year, honor the 2020-2021 board Joelle Abramowitz shares and install the 2021-2022 board. remarks as outgoing president. Community members attending the event, which was held at Temple Beth Emeth, enjoyed appetizers and desserts. Outgoing board president Joelle Abramowitz spoke about the critical role of groups like JYP in building community and of the lay leaders that drive them. Incoming president Sheira Cohen shared how JYP has been a central fixture of her Jewish life during her time in Ann Arbor and her excitement for the year ahead. The event concluded with a champagne toast and socializing. PHOTOGRAPHY BY SAMII STOLLOFF PHOTOGRAPHY

The 2021-2022 JYP Board: Sydney Fine (Programming Co-Chair), Joelle Abramowitz (Immediate Past President), Sheira Cohen (President), Joshua Weiss (Campaign Co-Chair), Evan Frenklak (Programming Co-Chair) and Ariella Hoffman-Peterson (Member at Large). Not pictured: Rob Stern (Campaign Co-Chair).

No filters here, it’s time to get real! Wednesday November 3, 2021 7:00 - 8:00 PM | ZOOM Based on her own struggles, Division I Volleyball Player, TED Talk Speaker, Social Media Influencer, and Mental Health Advocate Victoria Garrick lays down a real and honest talk about mental health. Victoria discusses various mental health topics, including depression, anxiety, and body-image issues. Register today for this free event at jlive.app/events/1044

Sheira Cohen shares remarks as incoming president. OCTOBER 21 • 2021

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