What Transformative Experience Means
When I started working at the Jewish Agency in 2017, I revived this old blog to share my reflections during international travels. I was blessed to visit 13 countries, taking the time to meet with Shlichim , future Olim , Masa participants and see firsthand the activities of the Jewish Agency. Then came March 13th, 2020, a global halt to travel. We all went inwards and I have not used my passport to cross any border since then. Much has happened since then, a global response, a new reality and a new position for me. As the Regional Director for the Southeast, I oversee operations and relationship for an entire area. In the world of Jewish organizations involved in the connection between Israel and Jewish communities many programs have adapted, closed or have simply been put on pause. Most of our programs have remained intact, if anything Jewish communities around the world need us more than ever. August is supposed to be a time for planning, repurposing or cleaning up files...that&
