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Teen Spotlight: Harry Pressman

“If you have been given an opportunity to get involved, always take it”

Harry’s closest Jewish friends were made through Jewish youth groups, where he began to learn more about himself and what Judaism meant to him. Harry became involved in NFTY, a movement aimed at building strong …

Ask Daniela!

Need some advice? Ask Daniela!

In this new UJA Teens Newsletter feature social worker, Daniela Aptowitzer will tackle your questions about friends, family, school, and more! To have your question answered in an upcoming newsletter, submit them to askdaniela@ujafed.orgAll questions w…

Teen Spotlight: Abby Davis

Interested in Israel gap year programs, but not sure where to start?

This month, we’re featuring Abby Davis, whose gap year in Israel shaped her personal growth and strengthened her connection with her Jewish identity.

As a teen, Abby combined her passion for sports with her Jewish ide…

Ask Daniela!

Need some advice? Ask Daniela!

In this new UJA Teens Newsletter feature social worker, Daniela Aptowitzer will tackle your questions about friends, family, school, and more! To have your question answered in an upcoming newsletter, submit them to askdaniela@ujafed.org. All questions will…

Teen Spotlight: Kate Blumberg

Interested in getting more involved in your synagogue, but not sure where to start?

This month, we’re featuring Kate Blumberg, a teen whose combined passion for music and Jewish identity has helped her become a leader in her synagogue community.

Music had always been a major part of Ka…