President’s Message The first months of 2021 have brought change to our national landscape and to the Sisterhood of Salaam Shalom. After being the voice of the Sisterhood for more than ten years, co-founder Sheryl Olitzky will be stepping down as executive director as of March 1. The Sisterhood will remain in good hands under the …
Winter 2021 Newsletter~ Transitions and New Opportunities Read More »
Director’s Note 2020 has been a year of trials and triumphs, of unprecedented challenges and connections. You, the members of the Sisterhood of Salaam Shalom, have been a source of inspiration, support, and friendship to your fellow sisters. We’ve heard countless stories of sisters coming through in times of need to share laughter and to lighten …
Fall 2020 Newsletter~ Reflecting Back and Looking Ahead Read More »
The Sisterhood teens recently welcomed an esteemed group of panelists for a conversation on Black women’s experiences in Muslim and Jewish communities. We were grateful to be joined by Sisterhood former teen co-leader, Asiyah Ball, former jGirls Magazine editor, Makeda Zabot-Hall, Be’chol Lashon Director of Community Engagement, Lindsey Newman, and Assistant Professor at Rhode Island College, …
Teens Present: Embracing Black Women’s Voices in Faith Communities Read More »
Since late spring, the teens of the Sisterhood of Salaam Shalom have participated in monthly programming designed to develop leadership skills and allow girls to connect with other teen girls from across the country. In October, Leadership Coach and Sisterhood Co-Leader, Rachel Baldi facilitated an exploration into identity, the components that comprise it, and how …
Teens Explore How Identity Influences Their Relationship to the World Read More »
Director’s Note The past months have been challenging, but the Sisterhood continues to offer new opportunities for connection and engagement. Join us as we strengthen relationships, pursue justice, and stomp out hate. Now, more than ever, our connections to one another are our strength. Please consider a donation to help co-create the future of the Sisterhood of Salaam Shalom. As …
Director’s Note The first months of 2020 have been challenging, beginning with hate attacks targeting Jews, followed by the arrival of a global pandemic. The Sisterhood of Salaam Shalom has responded to each of these challenges, bringing members together to provide a safe place for support, spiritual growth, and solidarity. Together, we have raised spirits and continue …
Aneesa Saha and Naomi Meininger, high school seniors in New Jersey, are the co-leaders of our Northern Valley teen Sisterhood chapter. Throughout the 2019-2020 school year, they’ve dedicated their efforts to helping classmates and their communities better understand Islam and Judaism. Using explorations of kosher and halal cuisine as a jumping off point, the girls …
New Jersey Teens Create Content for Observing Passover and Ramadan During COVID-19 Read More »
Director’s Note The Sisterhood of Salaam Shalom entered 2020 full of hope and energy, renewing our commitment to one another and to rising and responding to hate. Throughout 2020, sisters will be engaged in advocacy to change the tide of hate that surrounds us. The New Year’s confetti in Times Square had yet to be swept away and, …
Director’s Note We are still riding the wave of hope and energy resonating from our 6th annual gathering, which took place November 1-3. We spent the weekend with an incredible group of women and teenage girls and returned home inspired by your enthusiasm, generosity, and support of one another. Read on for a recap of …
Director’s Note It has been a busy first few months of 2019, with regional trainings, preparation for our Building Bridges trip, and increased resources and opportunities for learning and connecting! We are dismayed and disturbed by recent attacks on our houses of worship. These acts of cowardice go against everything we stand for and are devastating …
