by Jan Lee

Looking back, 2013 was a challenging year for many Jewish communities across the world. A host of organizations, some well known and some barely known at all, did their part to make it a richer year for both Jews and non-Jews. In many parts of the world, these organizations, and their humanitarian efforts are the face of the Jewish community. They not only save lives, but shape global perceptions about Jews…

B’nai B’rith
B’nai B’rith has been around for more than 150 years, and still is a formidable voice for human rights. It speaks up when many of us might be inclined to stay silent, and it supports communities that would otherwise not have the resources to protect themselves against antisemitism. Our history is all the richer for its efforts…more.