Jessica Abelsohn
A still from Safe Room. Photo: supplied
September 11, 2026, 9:24 am
Inside the room that held onto hope
Award-winning filmmaker Haley Geffen's new documentary captures what happened when a group of strangers sheltered together on October 7 and became a family.
By Jessica Abelsohn
September 10, 2026, 3:27 pm
Every tune leads to the same gate
Between Sephardi and Ashkenazi melodies, one family discovers the beauty of praying in two traditions.
By Jessica Abelsohn
Just an Illusion. Photo: Manuel Moutier
September 10, 2026, 10:51 am
A varied program for a varied community and beyond
The 2026 JIFF program that responds to the current creative environment with breadth, warmth and a seven-film Mel Brooks retrospective.
By Jessica Abelsohn
Gloria Steinem attends Equality Now 30th Anniversary Gala at Guastavino's on November 15, 2022 in New York City. Photo: John Lamparski/Getty Images via JTA
September 7, 2026, 9:32 am
Gloria Steinem never forgot her Jewish roots
Gloria Steinem, who died aged 92, was the face of American feminism for over 50 years. Her Jewish heritage shaped her fight against all oppression.
By Jessica Abelsohn
The makeshift memorial to the Bondi Beach terror attack. Photo: Nadine Saacks
September 1, 2026, 3:42 pm
Giving voice to the stories from Bondi
After Bondi: Survivor Stories explores what went through people's minds when they thought it was the end, and what has stayed with them since.
By Jessica Abelsohn
Team Shalva running the Sydney Marathon. Photo: Ben Klein
September 1, 2026, 9:37 am
Team Shalva surrounded by community support
Team Shalva joined more than 40,000 participants on the 42.2-kilometre course from North Sydney to the Sydney Opera House, with every member of the delegation finishing the race.
By Jessica Abelsohn
August 31, 2026, 11:18 am
A voice that won’t break
With a smile that can light up even the darkest days, Daniella Gilboa has shown the world that nothing will break her spirit. The AJN spoke to Gilboa about bringing her debut single and beautiful light to Australia for SHIR.
By Jessica Abelsohn
August 31, 2026, 10:30 am
The film about cancel culture that got cancelled
Danny Ben-Moshe's Cancelled tracks four Jewish artists facing threats and silencing since October 7.
By Jessica Abelsohn
August 28, 2026, 10:48 am
A celebration of life and love
Former hostage Emily Damari has married partner Dani Amit in Tel Aviv, surrounded by family, friends and fellow survivors.
By Jessica Abelsohn
Mia Lazarus and Jenna Caspary with their finished mural. Photo: supplied
August 28, 2026, 9:32 am
Painting hope on the Sea Wall
Sydney artists Jenna Caspary and Mia Lazarus spent six months planning a mural that honours the victims of the Bondi Beach massacre with light and unity.
By Jessica Abelsohn
August 27, 2026, 2:59 pm
Mark Holden’s tribute to Bondi
Mark Holden has recorded a version of Tom Traubert's Blues as a tribute to Matilda Bee Britvan, the youngest victim of the Bondi Beach massacre.
By Jessica Abelsohn
August 27, 2026, 11:39 am
Building confidence through stories
Lisa Farber's debut book, Tilly Doesn't Want to Jump, aims to help children who need a little encouragement to take that big leap.
By Jessica Abelsohn
August 27, 2026, 11:27 am
Playball Bondi kicks goals as business awards finalist
'Being named a finalist in the Waverley Best Business Awards is a lovely acknowledgement of nearly three decades spent building confident movers and capable learners, one lesson at a time'
By Jessica Abelsohn
Rawan Osman in conversation with NCJWA national president Lynda Ben-Menashe. Photo: supplied
August 27, 2026, 11:18 am
‘Unbreakable’ women unite at NCJWA conference
Women from across Australia united in Sydney for two days of courage, leadership and powerful testimony.
By Jessica Abelsohn
Photo: Ron Davis/Getty Images/Hey Alma!
August 26, 2026, 11:31 am
How Dolly Parton inspired Jewish bedtime stories
Country music legend Dolly Parton, who died aged 80, inspired the creation of PJ Library, now reaching thousands of Jewish families in Australia.
By Jessica Abelsohn
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