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Multifaith alliance of global religious and technology leaders signals commitment
to a human dignity-centered future

On July 8, Rabbi Dr. Ari Berman, President of Yeshiva University, attended by invitation the historic, multifaith "AI Ethics for Peace: World Religions commit to the Rome Call" conference in Hiroshima, Japan to sign on to the Rome Call for Artificial Intelligence (AI) Ethics. The Rome Call urges governments, technology companies, and other organizations to advance an ethical approach to AI in order to shape a responsible future that honors human dignity.

In Parshas Balak, we encounter the story of Balak, the king of Moav, who sought to curse the Jewish people. Despite his intentions, blessings flowed from the mouth of Bilaam instead of curses. This narrative teaches us a profound lesson about the unexpected ways that blessings can manifest in our lives, even amidst adversity.

Hadar Bet Yaakov, Queens’ Sephardi Bet Yaakov high school, graduated its first 12th grade this past June. “We began with eleven special girls who took a chance on a new school,” beamed Rabbi Robenov, Dean of Hadar Bet Yaakov in his welcoming remarks, “and we’re proudly graduating those same eleven girls four years later.” Girls marched proudly down the aisle at Floral Terrace flanked by teachers current and former as parents and relatives snapped videos and pictures.

Art and music funding is coming to yeshivas and Jewish day schools across New York State.

 Rabbi Zalman and Chanie Wolowik, Founders and Directors of Chabad of the Five Towns, launched their center of Torah and outreach nearly 30 years ago. With incredible knowledge and warmth, the power couple has propelled the community forward.

From protecting oneself to protecting one’s synagogue, Jews are preparing themselves.

Legion trains people in Krav Maga, active shooter, sudden confrontations, situational awareness, emergency first aid, and more. “We doubled our numbers immediately following 10/7,” said Meredith Weiss, Legion Co-founder and Chair of the Board.