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SUMMARY:Malka Productions: Jewish Voices: Disrupting the White Colonizer Narrative
DESCRIPTION:Malka Productions Presents Jewish Voices: Disrupting the White Colonizer Narrative & Reclaiming the Mizrahi Experience in the Fight Against Antisemitism \nJoin us as we welcome 4 internationally-renowned Jewish activists of Syrian\, Iraqi and Persian descent. We are thrilled to be hosting Matthew Nouriel\, Tal Oran\, Celine Rouben\, and Abraham Hamra for their very first exclusive panel collaboration! \nOur expert panelists will be sharing actionable ways to apply lessons learned from antisemitic persecution in islamic countries to what is happening in the USA today\, explore the dialogue tactics they are using online to gain more allies\, discuss their respective Syrian\, Iraqi and Persian Diasporic experiences\, and confront the tokenization and erasure of Mizrahi advocates in the Jewish activism space. \nAbout our speakers: \nMatthew Nouriel: Digital producer and advocate who creates content that reflects their unique intersectional identity as an Iranian\, Jewish\, and queer individual\, Matthew highlights the inequities in Iran under the Islamic Republic regime\, dispels propaganda surrounding Israel and Jews\, and advocates for LGBTQ+ rights. Matthew’s work breaks down myths propagated by anti-Zionists and antisemites\, providing a nuanced and informed perspective on these important topics. In recent years\, Matthew has been using his voice to passionately advocate and fight for LGBTQ+ rights and equality within the Iranian and Jewish communities\, as well as combating antisemitism everywhere. Matthew has taken on leadership roles with both queer and non queer organizations such as JDC Entwine\, JQ International\, Tel Aviv Institute\, and works as the Community Engagement Director at JIMENA – Jews Indigenous to the Middle East and North Africa. In 2021 they were the recipient of the TrailBlazer Award at the JQ International annual Impact Awards. \nTal Oran (@thetravelingclatt): Tal Oran\, a Mizrahi Jew and advocate for Israel and global Jewry\, once a globally renowned travel vlogger Tal has shifted his focus to advocating for Israel through powerful storytelling. With nearly 30 million YouTube views\, nearly 300\,000 subscribers\, and recognition as a top content creator by Google and Youtube\, Tal has captivated audiences worldwide. halted his decade long adventures around the world after thebreakout of the Oct 7 war.He’s returned to Israel to tell the story and truths about his people the world doesn’t yet know. With a big focus on Mizrahi and Brown/Black Jews Tal wants to inspire people to break away from the white colonist lies about his country and help them find the truth on what israel really is. \nCeline Rouben: Attorney and Jewish-Persian activist dedicated to advocating for Israel and Jewish rights through both an international legal framework and a human rights perspective. Passionate about education and advocacy\, Celine uses her social media platforms to amplify the Jewish narrative\, history\, and indigeneity\, ensuring that Jewish voices are heard and represented. She also incorporates Jewish traditions into her work\, emphasizing their role in strengthening identity and resilience. In addition to her digital activism\, she delivers powerful lectures on fortifying Jewish identity as a means to combat antisemitism and foster deeper connections within the Jewish community. Through law\, education\, and activism\, Celine remains steadfast in her mission to protect Jewish rights and heritage on a global scale. \nAbraham Hamra: Damascus-born Abraham Hamra is an attorney and widely known influencer\, advocating for Jews in the face of growing antisemitism\, misinformation about Israel and the Palestinian cause. His videos on the subject have gone viral as he argues in both Arabic and English\, attracting a wide audience and millions of views. He posts in both English and Arabic\, but it is his Arabic posts that get the most attention. With millions of views\, he has become an a key influencer and activist for Israel in ways we cannot imagine. Using the logic of an attorney\, his arguments bring the Israel Palestinian issue to the fore\, creating a dynamic argument. Since October 7th\, Abraham has taken an active role in combating the type of antisemitism we have seen take the United States by storm. When I say Abraham takes an “active” role\, I mean in your face\, going toe to toe with anti-Israel protesters and the haters. He also supports victims of antisemitism and makes videos fighting misinformation about Israel and Jews. You will find him fighting back against Jew haters on social media. Abraham has organized rallies and protests and regularly gives speeches sharing his experience as a Syrian refugee. Brash\, unapologetic\, in your face\, Abraham challenges the liberal notion that all Jews are white and he celebrates the true diversity of the Jewish People just by speaking up.\nCost Range: 15 – 30 \n \n \nOrganization: Malka Productions
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/malka-productions-jewish-voices-disrupting-the-white-colonizer-narrative/
LOCATION:TBA 24hrs in advance of event- mission district\, san francisco\, CA\, 94103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Danielle Chetrit":MAILTO:danielle@malkaproductions.com
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SUMMARY:Tessa Veklser + Adela Cojab: Not Silent Not Sorry Q&A
DESCRIPTION:Tessa & Adela – Not Silent Not Sorry: Changing The Landscape In The Fight Against Antisemitism \nJoin us as we welcome two internationally-renowned Jewish activists\, Tessa Veklser and Adela Cojab\, for their first exclusive panel collaboration! \nTessa and Adela will be sharing actionable ways to integrate and maintain Jewish and Israel activism post-war\, explore their personal and familial immigration experiences with antisemitism from the Former Soviet Union to Mexico and draw parallels with the USA today\, combatting antisemitism with groundbreaking victorious lawsuits and engaging students around the country\, and confronting the tokenization of Jewish women in the advocacy space. \nAbout our speakers: \nTessa Veklser:\nTessa Veksler\, originally from the East Bay Area in California\, is a 2024 graduate from the University of California\, Santa Barbara (UCSB). She served in multiple fellowships\, including ICC’s prestigious Geller Fellowship which took her to Israel and the UAE\, learning about the Abraham Accords.\nTessa completed her term as the Student Body President of UCSB. She represented 24\,000+ students\, and she made history by becoming the first ever Shabbat-observant Associated Students President at UCSB. After facing targeted harassment and antisemitism in the wake of October 7th\, Tessa has chosen to speak out bravely about her experiences while encouraging Jewish people nationwide to fight against hate.\nWith 35\,000+ followers on Instagram and videos racking up more than 6.5 million combined views\, Tessa has become a prominent Jewish and Zionist voice on social media – with national sway. Her courage in the face of adversity has awarded her numerous recognitions\, including invitations to the White House and UCSB’s University Service Award. In addition to her recent feature in the documentary October 8th\, she now travels nationwide to share her message of strength\, resilience\, and continued activism while simultaneously working full time in public relations for Hiltzik Strategies in New York City. \nAdela Cojab:\nAdela Cojab Moadeb is a legal advocate and media contributor recognized for her commitment to protecting Jewish rights and addressing antisemitism in academic institutions.\nAdela is best known for filing a complaint against NYU under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act in 2019 for failing to protect its Jewish community from discrimination and harassment. Her case contributed to the Executive Order on Combatting Antisemitism\, laying the groundwork for subsequent cases. Adela is currently a legal Fellow at the National Jewish Advocacy Center (NJAC)\, focusing on strategic litigation and public policy initiatives\, and serves as the Director of Strategic Engagement\, for the Birthright Israel Foundation\, building the Jewish future.\nAdela has been a correspondent on antisemitism for major media outlets across the US\, Latin America\, Europe\, the Middle East\, and Africa. She previously hosted the interfaith podcast Americanish: Daughters of Diasporaand currently anchors Today Unpacked\, a YouTube program by OpenDor Media. Born in Mexico City and raised in Deal\, New Jersey\, she holds a Juris Doctor from Yeshiva   Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law and a Bachelor’s degree from New York University (NYU) with a concentration in Middle Eastern Diaspora Structures.\nCost Range: 18 – 36 \n \n \nOrganization: Malka Productions
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/tessa-veklser-adela-cojab-not-silent-not-sorry-qa/
LOCATION:Richmond District- to be announced 24hrs prior to event\, san francisco\, california\, 94121\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Danielle Chetrit":MAILTO:danielle@malkaproductions.com
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SUMMARY:Shabbos Kestenbaum: From Harvard to Capitol Hill
DESCRIPTION:Malka Productions Presents: Shabbos Kestenbaum- From Harvard to Capitol Hill \nShabbos Kestenbaum is the lead plaintiff against Harvard University in the first case in history to go to trial alleging pervasive and systemic antisemitism. He is a regular contributor on national media\, has testified before United States congress\, and the Israeli Knesset. Shabbos has elevated the voices of Jewish students all over America through his strategy meetings with Israel’s minister of Foreign Affairs\, Prime Minister Netanyahu\, and cooperation with senators on Capitol Hill\, and lectures internationally on Jewish communal issues. \nA recipient of the Voices of Iron Award\, which honors Israel Advocacy warriors\, Shabbos was invited to the Knesset in January to be part of the ceremony\, and speak on a panel with Eylon Levy and Lizzy Savetsky. \nShabbos has courageously stood up for Jewish students facing discrimination. His leadership and activism have made him a powerful voice for Jewish pride and resilience in the face of adversity.\nSpecial thank you to our event partners: Russian-speaking Jewish Community of SF Bay Area\, Jewish Community Federation & Endowment Fund.\nCost Range: 15 – 36 \n \n \nOrganization: Malka Productions
URL:https://gatherdc.org/event/shabbos-kestenbaum-from-harvard-to-capitol-hill/
LOCATION:TBA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Danielle Chetrit":MAILTO:danielle@malkaproductions.com
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