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Values-Integrated Experiential Engagement

By embedding Jewish values within immersive, participatory experiences, the organization fosters deep Jewish identity and ethical action, because lived experiences rooted in meaningful tradition are more likely to internalize values and inspire lasting personal and communal transformation. This strategy unites programs that go beyond didactic instruction or service delivery by weaving Jewish values—such as tikkun olam, chesed, and tzedek—into hands-on, emotional, and relational experiences. Whether through gaming, summer camps, intergenerational programs, or social justice fellowships, the shared belief is that identity and behavior change most effectively when individuals *live* the values in contexts that are personally relevant and emotionally resonant, distinguishing it from purely educational, transactional, or faith-based service models.

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orgs running it
397
activities of those orgs
12
clusters touched
who runs it

organizations running this strategy · 18

what it looks like in practice

activities of orgs running this strategy

A sample of programmatic activities from the orgs above. These are what the strategy looks like on the ground.

  • Administering the Simon Rockower Awards AMERICAN JEWISH PRESS ASSOCIATION
    capacity building
    Administers the annual Simon Rockower Awards to recognize and celebrate excellence in Jewish journalism.
  • Administering the Simon Rockower Awards AMERICAN JEWISH PRESS ASSOCIATION
    capacity building
    Administers the annual Simon Rockower Awards to recognize and celebrate excellence in Jewish journalism.
  • Administering the Simon Rockower Awards AMERICAN JEWISH PRESS ASSOCIATION
    capacity building
    Administers the annual Simon Rockower Awards to recognize and celebrate excellence in Jewish journalism.
  • Administers Simon Rockower Awards for Jewish journalism AMERICAN JEWISH PRESS ASSOCIATION
    capacity building
    Runs an annual awards program recognizing excellence in Jewish journalism through the Simon Rockower Awards.
  • Annual Conference Organization AMERICAN JEWISH PRESS ASSOCIATION
    direct service
    Organizes an annual conference for members, including a Welcome Reception, networking events, speaking opportunities, and the Rockower Banquet; the next conference is scheduled for June 2026 in New York, NY.
  • Annual Conference and Networking Events AMERICAN JEWISH PRESS ASSOCIATION
    direct service
    Organizes an annual conference for members, including a Welcome Reception, networking events, and the Rockower Banquet, with scheduled events such as the June 2026 conference in New York, NY. Registration options are available for evening events, and members receive speaking opportunities and access to all conference-related gatherings.
  • Facilitating Press Release Distribution AMERICAN JEWISH PRESS ASSOCIATION
    direct service
    Distributes press releases related to Jewish community content through its JReleases platform, serving as a communication channel for members.
  • Facilitating Press Release Distribution AMERICAN JEWISH PRESS ASSOCIATION
    direct service
    Distributes press releases related to Jewish community content through its JReleases platform, serving as a communication channel for members.
  • Facilitating Press Release Distribution AMERICAN JEWISH PRESS ASSOCIATION
    direct service
    Distributes press releases related to Jewish community content through its JReleases platform.
  • Hosts annual conference for Jewish journalists AMERICAN JEWISH PRESS ASSOCIATION
    direct service
    Organizes an annual conference for members, including a Welcome Reception, networking events, speaking opportunities, and the Rockower Banquet; the next conference is scheduled for June 2026 in New York, NY.
  • JReleases Press Distribution Platform AMERICAN JEWISH PRESS ASSOCIATION
    direct service
    Operates JReleases, a platform for distributing press releases related to Jewish community content, serving as a communication tool for members and affiliated organizations.
  • JReleases Press Distribution Platform AMERICAN JEWISH PRESS ASSOCIATION
    direct service
    Operates JReleases, a platform for distributing press releases related to Jewish community content.
  • Maintains member-only forums for professional exchange AMERICAN JEWISH PRESS ASSOCIATION
    capacity building
    Operates five dedicated online forums for members: Business, Editorial, Freelancer, Good and Welfare, and Story, facilitating discussions on sales, editorial matters, freelancing issues, community announcements, and article collaboration.
  • Member Forums Facilitation AMERICAN JEWISH PRESS ASSOCIATION
    capacity building
    Operates five dedicated online forums for members to discuss business, editorial, freelancing, welfare announcements, and story collaboration.
  • Member Forums and Networking Groups AMERICAN JEWISH PRESS ASSOCIATION
    direct service
    Operates five dedicated online forums for members: Business (circulation, advertising, sales), Editorial (editorial matters), Freelancer (freelancer networking and issues), Good and Welfare (announcements and recognition), and Story (article requests and pitches), facilitating professional exchange and support.
  • Membership Program AMERICAN JEWISH PRESS ASSOCIATION
    direct service
    Offers membership to Jewish media organizations, individual journalists, and affiliated organizations in the United States and Canada, providing access to professional resources, networking, and benefits such as discounted AP Stylebook subscriptions.
  • Membership Program AMERICAN JEWISH PRESS ASSOCIATION
    direct service
    Offers membership to Jewish media organizations, individual journalists, and affiliated organizations in the United States and Canada, including access to benefits such as discounted AP Stylebooks and participation in member forums.
  • Offering Discounted Associated Press Stylebook Access AMERICAN JEWISH PRESS ASSOCIATION
    direct service
    Provides members with access to the annual online Associated Press Stylebook at a reduced rate through a bulk subscription.