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Leader's Digest
A weekly hands-on guide of events, tools and news FOR LEADERS ONLY.
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NEWS |TOOLS | MEETINGS & TRAININGS| DON'T FORGET

Tools You Can Use
Announcements and resources for programs and campaigns

REMINDER: The materials you need for most of these programs can also be found by logging into hadassah.org/myHadassah.

 

Join Hadassah at the AIPAC Policy Conference
SIGN UP: Hadassah Forum: Israel and the 21st Century Monday, March 5 12:45-2:00pm: While the Middle East is undergoing significant geopolitical changes, Israel is building a 21st century state with unprecedented success in the economic, cultural and medical arenas. Is the world ready for a forward- thinking state in the midst of a changing regional political order? What does the future of the US-Israel relationship look like? If you're attending the AIPAC Policy Conference and would like to join the Hadassah Forum at AIPAC, please register at aipacpolicyconference.org. Questions? advocacy@hadassah.org

360 Degrees of Healing: New Bulletin ads
DOWNLOAD: New Bulletin ads are available in half page and full page formats. In myHadassah resource section titled Fundraising: 360 Degrees of Healing you will also find how to order or download the new brochures, opportunity cards, pledge cards, shells and the new video. Questions? Contact Karen Kalfin, kkalfin@hadassah.org

Updated Talking Points for Day in the District
SHARE: Following last week's tragedy in Parkland, FL we encourage you to speak out! We updated our Day in the District Talking Points with information on gun control legislation. If you're interested in planning or attending a Day in the District, reach out to advocacy@hadassah.org for more information.

Milestone Mission: Exciting News!
PLEASE SHARE: Gil Troy is joining "From Dream to Innovation- Hadassah Milestone Mission" as our Scholar in Residence. Register with a family member by March 1 and that family member receives a $200 discount. Register today!

Women’s Seder Haggadah
LEARN: With Hadassah's Women's 2018 Haggadah at your next event! It celebrates Henrietta Szold, and also focuses on the #MeToo movement. This was written by a member and addresses our recent Policy Statement on sexual harassment. Enjoy!

70th Anniversary of Israel: Program in the Box
CELEBRATE: The 70th Anniversary of Israel with our Program in the Box! We included tools to make your event a hit! Icebreakers, videos, recipes, book recommendations and much more.

Defining Zionism Video and Discussion Guide
WATCH: Our latest Defining Zionism in the 21st Century interview features Michael Bassin and his experiences as an American Zionist in the Arab world, his passion for Israel and Zionism, and his hopes for reconciliation and peace. Use this easy to follow discussion guide.

Living Leadership
NEW: As we wind down the month of February, including the celebration of Presidents Day, we acknowledge two of our country's revered leaders. Presidents Washington and Lincoln gave our country their gifts of leadership. Volunteers in Hadassah bring their own gifts to the table. CLICK HERE for our newest icebreaker, which can help assess your boards, committees and teams in a different way. Gifts and Hooks asks each woman: What do you bring to the table and what can we do to keep you here?

Youth Aliyah Full-Color Trifold Brochures!
ORDER FOR FUNDRAISERS & MEETINGS: These brochures will give your members an up-to-date summary of the outstanding work we do at our three Youth Aliyah villages, as well as sample grassroots-level "asks."
Order directly from Alex Corona at acorona@hadassah.org or 212-451-6268.

Takin' It Easy: Mission to Israel
ENCOURAGE MEMBERS TO SIGN UP: Join Marlene Kaplan and discover the magic and beauty of Israel - from leisurely, paced tours of Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, nature preserves and valleys, to a moving visit to the Yad Vashem Archive and a VIP visit to Hadassah's Ein Kerem Hospital. Explore the coast and visit Hadassah's Meir Shfeyah Youth Village. From visits to a chocolate workshop, an agricultural tour, kibbutz & spa experiences and with plenty of time to relax and take in the sights, this is the perfect mission for those who want to experience everything at a slower pace. Sign up today! Discounts available. April 25 - May 8, 2018.

 

News You Can Use
Stories of interest from inside Hadassah and around the world

Nursing Students Spark Change in ER Experience for Challenged Patients

Advocacy Update: Together We Can Make a Difference

Advocacy Update: February 13, 2018

First Cadre of Arab-Sector “Heart Guardians” Graduated by Hadassah

Student with MS Running the Jerusalem Marathon to Support Hadassah’s MS Program

Trainings and Meetings
We encourage you to participate in these training opportunities

Grassroots Fundraising and Major Gifts take on the Full Circle Campaign - 360 Degrees of Healing
Grassroots Fundraising and Major Gifts take on the Full Circle Campaign - 360 Degrees of Healing with an excited heart. Learn about the reimagined Round Building renovation at the Hadassah Medical Organization Ein Kerem campus and how your community can be involved. Jerulsalem Mayor Nir Barkat exalts, "The future of Hadassah ... is the future of Jerusalem." Be a part of this future! Join us for one of the following webinar trainings:

For Chapter level Leadership:
Tuesday, February 27 at 1:00 pm ETClick to Register
Monday, March 5 at 8:00 pm ETClick to Register

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