At a Glance: This gathering is all about gender and gender norms. We will talk about what “gender” means. We will also explore the countless messages about gender norms we receive regularly from the media and society as a whole. We will then cast our attention back to the very first appearance of gender in…
At a Glance: This gathering focuses on one of the most significant concerns for teen girls: self-confidence. Participants will explore cultural and social messages about the connections between gender, self-confidence, and beauty, as well as learning Jewish wisdom that teaches the balance between being confident and being humble. Participants will leave with a toolkit of…
At a Glance: This gathering is designed for a Rosh Hodesh group’s initial meeting. It introduces participants to the concept of Rosh Hodesh and rituals associated with the holiday. In this meeting, participants start working toward creating a comfortable and supportive environment for the group. While getting to know each other, they will also spend…
Facilitator’s Tip: it’s worth noting to your participants that this session looks at how female gender norms relate to connecting with and expressing our emotions. We recognize that all teens, including nonbinary teens, are also impacted by female gender norms, and we may use the term “girls” or “teens” interchangeably to reflect this. Please see…
At a Glance: This gathering focuses on a significant concern for teens: self-confidence. Participants will explore cultural and social messages about the connections between gender, self-confidence, and beauty, as well as learning Jewish wisdom that teaches how to balance being confident with being humble. Participants will leave with a toolkit of helpful tactics for feeling…
At a Glance: This month, we will discuss the unique pressures associated with being socialized as a girl in today’s world and how they affect Jewish girls and nonbinary teens. We will take a critical look at expectations of and stereotypes about girls perpetuated by the media, culture, and our own peers and families. Then,…
Objectives: By the end of the session, participants will: Understand purpose of group. Start cultivating a group dynamic for Rosh Hodesh. Understand expectations and hopes for the program.
Objectives Discuss the history of Jewish women activists and consider the role of historical and contemporary Jewish women and girls as change makers Describe a range of emotions and circumstances that motivate change makers to act Reflect on the role activism and change making currently play in their life and what type or types of…
Summary: Objectives: Reflect on their own boundaries in sexual and non-sexual situations Practice setting boundaries. Feel inspired to build a deeper understanding of trust and sexual consent
