Jewish Federation of Palm Springs and Desert Area

Goes without saying. But juuuust in case anyone needs us to spell it out: Get out there and VOTE. Shabbat Shalom

Two years ago, the unthinkable happened. Today, we remember.

REMEMBERING TREE OF LIFE: Tomorrow, October 27th, marks two years since the anti-semitic attack at Tree of Life Synagogue in Squirrel Hill, which killed 11 people from 3 congregations Congregation Dor Hadash, New Light Congregation, and Tree of Life * Or L’Simcha Congregation. The families of the victims, the Jewish community, and the Squirrel Hill community are joined in their mourning by Pittsburgh and the world as we remember this tragic event.... As we reflect on the past year, we are reminded of how much work there is left to be done to end the hatred that continues to permeate our country, and our world. As we commemorate this anniversary, honor three words: Remember. Repair. Together.

Shabbat Shalom! Have a great weekend.

Wishing you a peaceful and relaxing Shabbat.

Jewish communal advocacy, including Federation's efforts, have succeeded -- playing a role in moving Facebook to update its hate speech policies to now prohibit all content that denies or distorts the Holocaust. This is a significant win in the ongoing fight against anti-Semitism. Facebook announced its decision to update its hate speech policies to prohibit all content that denies or distorts the Holocaust. The announcement marks a pivotal step in the fight against hate on s...ocial platforms. Well-documented rises in anti-Semitism and alarming levels of ignorance of the Holocaust, especially among young people, were both key factors that encouraged the policy update, Facebook noted. For more than a year, Jewish Federation and Jewish communities near and far have been advocating for this change. In August, the Jewish Council for Public Affairs (JCPA) organized a campaign against anti-Semitism on Facebook that gained the support of hundreds of Jewish organizations, including Federation. The signed letter petitioned for removing public and private hate group pages, systematic changes to better identify anti-Semitism and stop the spread of disinformation and bias. Over the summer, The Conference on Jewish Material Claims Against Germany (The Claims Conference) launched its #NoDenyingIt Campaign. The first-ever survivor-driven digital campaign that allowed Holocaust survivors to share their personal stories and called on Facebook to stop the spread of Holocaust denial on its social media platforms. Earlier this morning, Mark Zuckerberg, co-founder and CEO of Facebook, announced a policy change, a massive win in the ongoing fight against hate and bias.

That’s right. On October 25-27, we invite you to be a part of an event like the Jewish world has never experienced. This gathering is a pivotal moment for each and every member of our community to connect, reflect and celebrate being together. GeneralAssembly.org #GA2020

Shabbat Shalom! Today is WorldMentalHealthDay - Make sure that you take time for self-care. If you need assistance, Contact JFS Desert - (760) 325-4088

What happens when teachers, philanthropists, leaders, Israeli officials and community members come together under one virtual roof? Will we solve the most pressing issues that our Jewish community is facing? Find out on October 25-27 at GeneralAssembly.org. #GA2020

Chag Sameach! What will you welcome into your sukkah this year? Wishing you have a peaceful holiday.

October is #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth. We send strength and well wishes to anyone in our community affected by this disease.

What if you could help shape the future for the Jewish community as we know it? Attend this year’s Virtual GA (General Assembly) to join world-class thinkers, celebrities and other changemakers who are passionate about our Jewish community. GeneralAssembly.org