AVI launches new podcast focused on ‘Common Voices’
- Allied Voices for Israel (AVI)
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With May being both Jewish Heritage Month and Asian Heritage Month, our first guest is Chinese-American Jewish educator Amy Albertson!
Click on the above graphic to listen to the first episode of the Common Voices podcast presented by AVI!
We are so excited to finally launch the first episode of what has been our brainchild the last little while: AVI's Common Voices Podcast!
Every two weeks, we will feature powerful stories of incredible advocates, student leaders, and the inspiring initiatives of everyday individuals, including those fostering meaningful allyship with Israel and the Jewish People.
Join our hosts Daniel Koren, AVI's Founder and Executive Director, and Justin Chow, AVI's Allyship Advisor, as they explore how coexistence and respect foster positive relationships, and that finding our common ground leads us to speaking in Common Voices.
Click the above graphic to listen to Allyship Advisor Justin Chow's conversation with Amy Albertson
With May being both Jewish Heritage Month and Asian Heritage Month, in the premiere episode of Common Voices, host Justin Chow sits down with Amy Albertson (@theamyalbertson), a Chinese-American Jewish advocate and educator, to explore identity, allyship, and the power of standing up for truth.
Amy shares her journey growing up as a Chinese Jew in California, navigating both cultures, and discovering her Jewish identity more deeply while living in Israel for six years. From starting her platform “The Asian Israeli” to becoming a bold voice against antisemitism and misinformation, Amy’s story is one of curiosity, courage, and commitment to her people.
To listen to Episode 1: Being Chinese, American, & Jewish with Amy Albertson, please click here.
Director of Education Gabriela Rosenblum
Our Director of Education Gabriela Rosenblum recently taught 250 students (Grades 8-12), about Jewish indigeneity to Israel at Vancouver's King David High School. During the workshop, students wrote what comes to mind when they hear the word Israel and learned about the history of the Jewish People.
Gabriela also recently taught young students (Grades 2-5) about Israel at an event in partnership with Village Shul in Toronto.
Click the above graphic to read "Canada Is Failing Its Students on Holocaust Education — Here’s What Must Change"
Another AVI/HonestReporting Canada Campus Media Fellow has been published! Western University student Emily was recently published in Winnipeg's The Jewish Post & News.
In “Canada Is Failing Its Students on Holocaust Education — Here’s What Must Change,” Emily explains how a lack of proper Holocaust education is leading to increased misinformation and antisemitism on campus.
“Despite curriculum requirements, Holocaust education in Canada is alarmingly inadequate. A recent survey found that nearly one in five young Canadians believe the Holocaust has been exaggerated. This highlights a dangerous gap in historical understanding, leaving students vulnerable to misinformation, denial, and rising antisemitism,” writes Emily.
“If Canada is serious about combating hate, it must take Holocaust education far more seriously.”
To read Emily's piece in its entirety, please click here.
Director of Education Gabriela Rosenblum taught workshops at three different Toronto Catholic schools
It has been a busy few weeks for our Director of Education Gabriela Rosenblum, who recently taught three workshops to Catholic school students in the Greater Toronto Area! Gabriela discussed what it means to be Jewish in Canada today, the Jewish connection to the land of Israel, and modern manifestations of anti-Jewish hatred.
Click the above graphic to learn about some prolific Canadian Jews in the arts, in honour of Canadian Jewish Heritage Month!
In honour of May being Canadian Jewish Heritage Month, we are highlighting some iconic Canadian Jews who have shaped the arts as we know it today!
Please click here to read about the legendary Canadian Jews in music, acting, and fashion.
Click the above flyer to register!
AVI is partnering with Hillel Waterloo & Laurier on a sizzling Lag B’Omer Bash!
Join us for an epic night of s’mores, snacks, and sweet jams!
🗓️ May 15
⏰ 4:30–7:30pm
📍Free entry, good vibes, and all the kosher treats you love 🇮🇱✨
Click the above graphic to register!
Generously presented by Carole & Dr. Bernard Zucker and Family and Wendy & Elliott Eisen and Familly, you are invited to join Allied Voices for Israel (AVI) for a beautiful evening of yoga and mindfulness with the freedom to select from multiple rooms offering diverse yoga styles.
The attacks of Oct. 7, 2023 and the horrific levels of anti-Jewish hatred that have accompanied it has taken a toll on our mental health. Shalom Namaste is a chance to find your inner peace, join like-minded Canadians, and embrace mindfulness and clarity.
The event will take place on Sunday, June 8 at 7pm ET in Thornhill, Ontario. The address will be shared closer to the event date. There will be a juice bar and light fare. Kashrut observed.
Please click here to register.
Vancouver's Walk With Israel will take place Sunday, May 25th at 11am PST
Please join AVI, EndJewHatred, Vancouver Stands with Israel, and Jewish Federation of Greater Vancouver on May 25 at 11am PST in Vancouver for the Vancouver Walk with Israel! Jews and our allies will stand shoulder to shoulder in unity to show our unwavering support for Israel and its people.
Our community may be smaller than the one on the East Coast — but our support can be just as strong. Let’s show up!
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