Monday, April 20 @ 6:45 Pm – 9:00 Pm
Special Screening Of “alex’s Group” And Conversation With Director Yonatan Nir

Join Pozez Jcc, Jcrc Of Greater Washington, And Jssa For A Meaningful Community Gathering In Honor Of Yom Hazikaron – Israel’s Memorial Day For Fallen Soldiers And Victims Of Terror.

The Evening Will Feature A Screening Of The Israeli Documentary “alex’s Group,” Followed By A Conversation With The Film’s Director, Yonatan Nir, Together With Rabbi Rachel Hersh From Jssa.

The Film Follows Eight Israelis From Diverse Backgrounds Who Participate In A Year-Long Therapeutic Photography Group Led By Israel Prize–winning Photographer Alex Levac. Through Powerful Images And Open Conversations, The Group Explores The Personal And Collective Impact Of Trauma On Individuals, Families, And Communities.

While Rooted In The Israeli Experience, The Film Raises Universal Questions About How People And Societies Cope With Loss, Trauma, Support One Another In Times Of Hardship, And Find Paths Toward Healing, Resilience, And Hope.

Following The Screening, The Director Will Share The Story Behind The Film And Reflect On Trauma, Community, And Post-Traumatic Growth.

Event Program:
-Opening Moment In Honor Of Yom Hazikaron
-Opening Remarks By Director Yonatan Nir
-Screening Of “alex’s Group” (60 Min)
-Reflections On Trauma, Community, And Resilience With Director Yonatan Nir, Jssa’s Rabbi Rachel Hersh, And The Audience

This Program Is Free. Rsvp Required.

Organization: Pozez JCC

Livestream or Virtual: No, it’s not