A Wider Bridge

Live from Jerusalem Pride
2024-05-30 10:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York)
Live from Jerusalem – it’s the Jerusalem Pride March!
Come and walk with the incredible Jerusalemite LGBTQ Community – from wherever you are.
Watch the march, meet old and new friends, and show your support to our beloved friends at the Jerusalem Open House.
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Live on Facebook
Thursday, May 30, 10:30 am ET
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Register to receive links to the live stream, announcements, updates, and VIP opportunities such as shout-outs during the live stream.

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Conversation with Sheryl Sandberg: Screams Before Silence
2024-05-28 20:15 - 21:30 UTC
A Wider Bridge is proud to be sponsoring a Jewish Community Conversation about the film Screams Before Silence. We invite you to join Sheryl Sandberg and National Council of Jewish Women CEO, Sheila Katz, to discuss the importance of bearing witness, lifting up the silenced voices of the October 7 attack, and demanding justice.

Screams Before Silence, is a powerful documentary that captures first-person testimony from survivors, first responders, forensic experts, eyewitnesses, and released hostages from the attack by Hamas in Israel on October 7th. Their harrowing accounts reveal the uncompromising truth: that Hamas used sexual assault as a weapon of war.

Register Here to Join Us On 5/28 at 8:15pm ET

We encourage you to watch the film before joining us. You can do so by attending a local screening in your community or watching from home here. Check with the cosponsoring orgs in your area for screening information.

Here are important resources to help you learn more about the film and the work to demand justice:

OpEd by Sheryl Sandberg: ‘Something we can all agree on’
New York Times Article: Accounts of Sexual Violence by Hamas Are Aired Amid Criticism of U.N.
Video of ‘Hear Our Voices, A Special Session at the U.N.’
Sheila Katz’s testimony at the Congressional Roundtable on sexual violence on and after Oct 7th
Sheryl Sandberg on MSNBC: ‘Rape is never resistance’
New York Times Article: ‘Sheryl Sandberg Screams Back at the Silence’
Washington Post Article: The Wartime Outrage in Israel that No One is Talking About’

Lag B'Omer with Eshel
2024-05-26 15:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York)
Join us to kickoff Pride month and celebrate Lag B’Omer as we come together as a community to honor our shared identities as Jews and members of the LGBTQ+ community. This kosher event, hosted by Eshel, aims to create a welcoming and safe space for individuals to celebrate their intersecting identities and embrace the diversity within our community.

LGBTQ Artists - Sharing and holding space
2024-05-23 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Join A Wider Bridge and Jewish artists from across the world to share and hold space.
Ashley Kravetsky, a Canadian Jewish artist and performer, will be facilitating this session aimed at providing artists with space to speak their truth. In the wake of October 7, too many Jewish and Israel-supporting artists have been removed from their spaces that were previously safe and welcoming. Join us for conversation and community.

LGBTQ Jews at Pride - Drop In
2024-05-22 11:30 - 12:30 (America/New_York)
You have questions, our leaders have answers.

Join us to learn about we can keep Pride safe this year.

Pride Seder with Jewish Federation of Utah
2024-04-25 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Denver)
Annual United Jewish Federation of Utah Pride Seder.

Join LGBTQ+ Jews along with our families and friends.
Enjoy a meaningful and inclusive Passover experience led by Cantor Sharon Brown-Levy of Congregation Kol Ami, with songs, text, and history as related to the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer community. Fun for all ages! Allies welcome!

Israel and Iran Update with Matthew and Ofer
2024-04-18 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
Many Israelis spent the weekend sleeping in bomb shelters, watching the news to see the Iron Dome protecting them from Iranian missiles.
We know you have questions about this unprecedented attack. We have two experts, Ofer Erez and Matthew Nouriel, who will delve into what this means including its impact on LGBTQ Israelis. and Americans.
Please join us for a conversation about what this recent escalation means for both Israeli and American LGBTQ Jewish communities.
RSVP now for the update: https://bit.ly/OferMatthew
Ofer Erez was the first openly transgender officer to serve in the Israel Defense Forces and continues to work in education and advocacy as an intersectional activist.
Matthew Nouriel, also known as Empress Mizrahi, is an openly Queer, Iranian Jewish activist working at Jews Indigenous to the Middle East and North Africa (JIMENA). They are also a recent AWB mission alum.

Massive Rally to Mark Six Months in Captivity: April 7th, Dag Hammarskjöld Plaza, 12 Noon, New York: Everyone, Join Us.
2024-04-07 12:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Dag Hammarskjold Plaza (Enter from E 47th St and 2nd Ave), E 47th St and 2nd Ave, New York, NY, United States
We are, once again, heartbroken as we plan events to mark 6 months in captivity.
Stand with us and help us spread the word with our largest rally to date.
Week by week, we bear the news of more tragedies and atrocities the hostages went through and continue to go through. They are out of time.
We need to BRING THEM HOME NOW.
We will be joined by released hostage Louis Har, rescued in a heroic military operation, as well as Rachel and Jon Goldberg-Polin, parents of hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin, alongside numerous other family members, elected officials, and community leaders.
Details:
Sunday, April 7th, 12 pm.
Dag Hammarskjöld Plaza (Enter from E 47th St & 2nd Ave).
Please note: This will likely be the last major rally until the summer, hopefully until they are all safely returned.
The families need us to stand united with them. Now more than ever, it’s time to show the strength of the community we have built.

How Can We Help Bring Them Home?
2024-04-03 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
How can we help bring them home? – A conversation with Gili Roman, whose sister was in Hamas captivity for 54 days.
Please join Gili Roman and moderator Judy Gold for this conversation about antisemitism, LGBTQPhobia and anti-Israel hate in the wake of October 7.

Documenting LGBTQ Soldiers since October 7 - There for our country, is it there for us?
2024-03-28 14:30 - 15:30 (America/New_York)
Zvi Landsman and Moran Nakar are LGBTQ Israeli film-makers currently documenting Israeli LGBTQ soldiers on the frontlines. Learn firsthand about the stories they are hearing, and critical conversations LGBTQ Israelis are having on the battlefield and at home. Thank you to our collaboration partners for this event, East Bay International Jewish Film Festival and Eshel.

Hey Queen! An LGBTQ+ Purim Hang
2024-03-21 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Join Coastal Roots in this pre-Purim Queer celebration on the Farm! Learn some Purim Torah, connect and make new friends, and enjoy yummy noshes and drinks.
Costumes highly encouraged.
People of all backgrounds always welcome!
Click to learn about accessibility accommodations on the Farm.

Preparing for Purim with Chef Ayelet
2024-03-07 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
Join Chef Ayelet Latovitch as she invites us into her Tel Aviv kitchen to share recipes and stories about the upcoming Jewish holiday of Purim.
This is part of the A Wider Lens series, with our co-sponsors East Bay International Jewish Film Festival and Jews Indigenous to the Middle East and North Africa (JIMENA).

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Loving our Trans Jewish Children
2023-11-15 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Strengthening our support for the Israeli LGBTQ Community in these trying times is our prime mission. Please join us for a special online event during Trans Visibility Week as we host an inspiring conversation with two remarkable Jewish mothers who have been unwavering advocates for their beloved transgender kids. Discover how the war impacted their lives and their families, and how they are coping with these difficult times.

Mindy Levine has won two court cases to let her 8-year-old child Roee, who has identified as a boy from a very young age, remain in a religious school despite other parents’ objections.
Kate, AKA “Transister Mom,” has recently authored the book, “Transister: Raising Twins in a Gender Bending World.” Her journey of raising twins, one cisgender and one transgender, offers profound insights into the complexities and joys of parenting in a diverse and evolving world.

During their conversation, Mindy and Kate will share their personal experiences, shedding light on what it means to support their children’s journeys wholeheartedly. They will also discuss their hopes and aspirations for allies, emphasizing the importance of supporting transgender children not just during Trans Visibility Week, but every week of the year.

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National March for Israel
2023-11-14 10:30 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
It will be a historic day in Washington, D.C., next week–and we want you to be there with us. Please march with A Wider Bridge next Tuesday, November 14 in the National March for Israel on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. We’re marching to support Israel, for release of the hostages, and to fight antisemitism.

The March is scheduled for 1pm, but we’ll be meeting earlier as a group (probably about 10:30am) and will have rainbow flags to distribute before the march.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER & WE’LL BE IN TOUCH WITH MORE DETAILS!

We’d be honored to have you join us.

A Mizrahi Rosh Hashanah: Food and conversation with Chef Ayelet Latovitch
2023-09-07 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
Let’s start the new year off right by celebrating with our incredible, intersectional LGBTQ Jewish community.
Join us for a cooking demonstration highlighting Mizrahi cooking with Chef Ayelet Latovitch, just in time for Rosh HaShanah.
Moderator: Matthew Nouriel

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August Community Service Day
2023-08-20 12:30 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
Help us to make our beaches pristine so that we can all enjoy the beauty in our backyard and protect ocean animals. It’s an opportunity to make a positive impact on our environment while spending quality time with service-minded members of our community.
The clean-up is co-sponsored by our Rautenberg New Leaders Project (NLP), the Office of L.A. County Supervisor Lindsey P. Horvath, A Wider Bridge, JQ International, and Keshet. In light of the recent anti-LGBTQIA+ and antisemitic graffiti that was left at Ginger Rogers Beach, the Federation reaffirms our commitment to stand in solidarity against all forms of hate. We look forward to welcoming our NLP participants and their families, as well as our LGBTQIA+ community for this uplifting day of service.
Sunday, August 20th at Topanga State Beach
9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Exact location info will be shared with registrants in advance of the event.
Volunteers of all ages are welcome. Please remember to bring sunscreen, a hat, and water.

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Emergency Briefing with Hila Peer, Chairperson of The Aguda
2023-08-01 14:00 - 15:00 UTC
Join A Wider Bridge for an emergency briefing to learn what the recent judicial overhaul legislation means for the Israeli LGBTQ community and for all of us – and what the next steps might be.
When: August 1, 2023, 2:00 PM Eastern Time
Bring your questions, concerns, fears, and hopes for the future.
We are in this together.
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The Lives of Palestinians LGBTQ folks
2023-07-20 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
Join us for an open conversation about the lives and struggles of Arab and Palestinian LGBTQ folks. We will be joined by Rita Petrenko, Director of Albeit Almuhtalef (The Different House), an NGO dedicated to empowering and assisting Arab LGBTQ people in Israel, and Ala Ibrahim, a gay Druze activist currently living in Tel Aviv.
After Registration, you will receive a link to the film “The Invisible Men,” a documentary about three Palestinian men who are part of the Palestinian “underground” hiding in Tel Aviv, having entered Israel illegally to escape persecution and possible death because of their sexual identity.
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Thursday, July 20th, 2:00 pm ET
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Live from Jerusalem Pride
2023-06-01 10:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
Live from Jerusalem – it’s the Jerusalem Pride March!
Come and walk with the incredible Jerusalemite LGBTQ Community – from Wherever you are.
Watch the march, meet old and new friends, and show your support to our beloved friends at the Jerusalem Open House.
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Live on YouTube and Facebook
Thursday, June 1, 10:30 am ET
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Register to receive links to the live stream, announcements, updates, and VIP opportunities such as shout-outs during the live stream.

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Queering anti-Zionism
2023-05-17 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
A Wider Lens event with Dr. Corinne Blackmer.
Co-sponsored by East Bay International Jewish Film Festival & Deputy Consul General, Matan Zamir, Consulate General of Israel to the Pacific Northwest.

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Pre - Passover Cooking Class
2023-03-30 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
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Passover is right around the corner. Are you ready?
Whether you like to cook or just like to eat, join us as Israeli chef Ayelet Latovitch invites us into her kitchen to make delicious Passover cuisine.
Throughout history, regardless of politics or current events, Jews find ways to connect with their holidays and history — and food is always at the center. Come cook along with Chef Ayelet during the livestream or view the recording later when you’re in your own kitchen.
AWB Vice Chair Daniel Hernandez will host this virtual cooking demo, where your questions will be welcome.
You don’t have to be Jewish! People of all and no faiths are welcome.

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Israel @75 Gala
2023-03-13 18:00 (America/New_York)
We are proud to announce our annual GALA in New York City to celebrate Israel’s 75th anniversary and recognize some very special individuals.

Please mark your calendars for 3.13.23!
For more details click here
