Hadassah news

Joyce Toub, Collier/Lee Hadassah President

It is important that you know Hadassah’s position on Israel’s judicial reform legislation. Rhoda Smolow, Hadassah’s national president, and Naomi Adler, Hadassah CEO, shared the following with pride, passion and purpose:

“As devoted supporters of the beloved land of Israel and her people for more than a century, Hadassah has continuously expressed its values regarding Zionism, democracy and respect for all. We believe Zionism can best flourish in a democratic Israel that includes checks and balances and inclusive, open-minded dialogue to reach consensus, compromise and mutual understanding. We echo President Herzog‘s sentiments from his speech, ‘We must find a way to talk to each other no matter how long it takes.’

We must remember that what unites us is more important than what divides us. Hadassah will continue to meet with Israeli and U.S. leaders to voice our concerns and advocate for a strong U.S.-Israel relationship as we remain steadfast in our unwavering commitment to our mission.”

In other Hadassah news, Carol Ann Schwartz was elected as the 28th Hadassah national president at the National Assembly Meeting in Chicago last month. Her vision and leadership have helped advance Hadassah’s mission in the U.S., Israel and beyond. She is a proud member of a four-generation Hadassah family and will begin her term Jan. 1. She is currently the chair of the national speakers bureau; a representative to the American Zionist movement; a director of the Hadassah Medical Organization board, having been one of the six national vice presidents; and has held many other positions.

The power of Hadassah Advocacy contributed to broad bipartisan support of our legislative priorities in the 117th Congress. Over 600 advocates met (in person or online) from 46 states resulting in more than 375 congressional cosponsors that supported Hadassah’s policy priorities. This includes support of U.S.-Israel medical partnerships, and affirming congressional commitments to address infertility causes, diagnosis, treatment and costs.

Hadassah spoke out against antisemitism, educating and advocating against hate. Hadassah encouraged healthy moves in Every Move Counts, Hadassah’s health and wellness program, part of Every Beat Counts, Hadassah’s heart health program.

Hadassah is focusing on the future with “Evolve,” empowering the next generation of strong women to make an impact on the organization and within their communities; to advocate loudly for women’s issues, combating antisemitism; to support each other and women everywhere; and to build personal connections that will last a lifetime.

Collier Lee Hadassah upcoming programs

Please join us for Collier Lee Hadassah’s upcoming programs:

• Oct. 18, 10:30 a.m. – “Whatever Happened to the Great American Railroad?” is the last of our Expanding Horizons Plus program. Jeff Margolis will enlighten us during brunch at the Nina Iser Jewish Cultural Center.

• Nov. 15, 11 a.m. – “Keeping Our Faith” will be a Crafty Women artisans’ showcase at the Audubon Country Club. Cantor Azu joins us in an interview with Diane Schwartz. A delicious luncheon is planned.

Hadassah members will always get more information and details in their “Hadassah Happenings.” If you are not a member and want more information, please contact me!

As the High Holidays are approaching, I want to wish all of you and your families a wonderful new 5784! May you and all your loved ones be inscribed for a life filled with joy, health and peace!

L’Shana Tova!