February 2023

Ta’anit Esther, the day before Purim – this year, Monday, March 6 – is the annual International Agunah Day because, like many Jewish women today, Esther was trapped in a forced marriage to the Persian king, and spent years fearing her husband. Advocates worldwide observe International Agunah Day to raise awareness of the plight of the modern-day agunah, standing in solidarity with […]

Purim is coming soon! Monday night and Tuesday, March 6-7! Do you know of a women’s Megillat Esther reading in your community, or an Orthodox community/synagogue that is hosting a Megillat Esther reading where women are welcome to read? Tell us about the women’s or partnership megillah reading in your community! Please fill out this