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It was Friday afternoon, Erev Shabbat, and I was in the hills of Western

Galilee, near the Lebanese border. I was in a cozy home in the village of

Mitzpe Hila, but despite the lovely surroundings my visit was difficult. I

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Though the world knows us for our great institutions, Hadassah's essence is not in buildings but in connection — the dedicated network of Jewish women who empower one another to do good work.

Our podcast this month focuses...

In her book Standing By: The Making of an American Military Family in a Time of War, Alison Buckholtz describes the challenges, anxieties and rewards of forming a Jewish community in a military environment and taking care ...

Dr. Esti Galili talks about the importance and urgency of the Child Intervention Center, a program supported by Hadassah International.

Meital Lebowitz tells us about her path to Hadassah college and what her hopes for her future are.

Hadssah College's latest project; The Milton Gottesman Bridge -- a Bridge to Education.

Michi Kern, a German businessman and yoga enthusiast give his time and money to Hadassah International.

Dr. Yoav Mintz explains how Minimally Invasive Surgery has revolutionized treatment at the Hadassah medial Organization and around the world.

In 2002 the National Board of Hadassah boldly and courageously voted unanimously to build a new hospital tower on it's Ein Kerem campus. Here is where we are now.

Barbara Goldstein takes us for a stroll in Yokneam with Inna and her fiance. Inna was left disabled after a terror attack in Jerusalem; the doctors at Hadassah saved her life. Now she's campaigning for more parks with spec...

Tamar Blum was on her Year Course when she heard about a Ethiopian boy whose parents could not afford to give him a Bar Mitzva. She organized her friends and family and made Orco's dream come true.

Daniel was a very sick boy, and then he was diagnosed with liver cancer. The wonderful doctors at Hadassah and a grieving family who gave him their son's liver saved his life. This is his story.

Hadassah's WIN/SPIN program in Netanya provides its members the opportunity to volunteer for a 1-2 period in this beautiful city.

A glimpse at Hadassah's wonderful projects in Israel and the US.

Young Judaea Alumnus talk about how Young Judaea impacted their own lives and why they decided to give back and donate.

The Israeli Scouts tour and perform around the Sates, bringing Israeli songs to the Jewish communities.

This is the first podcast given by Nancy Falchuk. Speaking as the newly installed National President of Hadassah, she shares her personal commitment to Hadassah and her passionate love for Israel and the Jewish people.

The history and future of Hadassah International and how it supports the Hadassah Medical Organization.

Supporters of Hadassah talk about the various projects and programs provided by Hadassah and how they impact and enrich their lives.

Politicians, donors and committed supporters talk about the importance of Hadassah.

Dr. Esti Galili is the Director of the Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Department at Hadassah Medical Organization. She is responsible for one of our most successful outreach programs, formed by Israels Ministry of Health...

This message from Nancy addresses how each Hadassah project builds bridges to peace.

Young Founders Chair Melissa Zales Koller tells young women how they can continue the extraordinary work of Hadassah in the U.S. and Israel.

Building bridges to nations through medicine. For the past 25 years, that has been Hadassah Internationals mission.

Young Judaeas summer camp for young children, where Jewish and Zionist values are first taught and nourished, and summer lasts a lifetime.

Todays teens become tomorrows leaders as they find their Jewish and Zionist values and traditions at Young Judaeas senior summer camp.

This facility rescues delinquent boys who are one step away from jail. Many of them are alienated from their families. They find refuge, nurturing and rehabilitation at Wing of Love.

Dr. Elliott Berry, former head of the Hebrew University-Hadassah Braun School of Public Health, introduces a fun and exciting way to get fit. Every Step Counts is an easy walking program to support a more physically activ...

Professor Drorith Hochner-Celnikier is the Director of the Midwifery Unit at Hadassah Mount Scopus. She provides the best health care for women, whether its infertility, obstetrics, gynecology or clinical research.

Andrea Moriahs 50th birthday didnt turn out exactly how she expected. She received devastating news that she had chronic lymphatic leukemia. See how Professor Dina Ben-Yehuda at Hadassah Medical Organization adopted an i...

Celebrate a special week in Israel with some Hadassah donors who contributed and fundraised for the new Sarah Wetsman Davidson Tower

Hadassah Associates was formed in 1966; today we have over 30,000 associates that raise millions for ongoing Hadassah projects. Nancy pays homage to these reliable, resourceful and remarkable men.

Hadassah donors explain the importance of giving and why they are committed to Hadassah.

Nancy takes us on a tour to sacred sites in the ancient city of Jerusalem and explores how Hadassah has become an integral part of the great state of Israel.

Benny Birencweig was born with a genetic defect that left him crippled and partially blind. Through the work and treatment of Professor Orly Elpeleg of HMO, Benny is now pumping iron at the gym.

Hadassah International was founded in 1983 and now has a presence in over 24 countries. This message from Nancy explores how Hadassah International builds bridges to peace through medicine.

Take a tour with Nancy of the Hadassah Medical Organization. Youll see some new technologies, medical breakthroughs as well a multitude of caring people that embody the essence of this amazing place.

On May 8, 2008 Israel celebrated the 60th anniversary of its independence. Nancy covers this momentous occasion by taking you on a visual journey that explores Israels past and present.

The cliché Laughter is the Best Medicine is certainly taken to heart at Hadassah Medical Organization and Mount Scopus. Their medical clowns bring joy and comfort to sick children everyday with the simple act of making th...

Young Women are seizing the day and shaping the world to be a better place. TAKE A STAND! The advocacy and fundraising initiative in which young women educate others about the promise of stem cells.

A Hadassah surgeon explains the history, and the importance, of minimally invasive surgery. Hadassah was the first to use this approach and continues to lead in the field.

The former head of Hadassahs Department of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery,

Prof. Yossef Borman, recalls some of the dramatic firsts that HMO accomplished under his supervision.

From Australia to Panama to Holland, Hadassah Internationals presence in countries around the world proves that medicine has no borders.

Bostonian Melissa Eddison is your tour guide through Young Judaeas Year Course, including a visit to the Youth Hostel Beit Ar-El. YJs focus is on connecting to Judaism, Israel, and each other.

The head of Hadassahs Department of Neurosurgery explains new procedures that can return quality of life to patients suffering from crippling diseases like dystonia. One girl and her family tell their dramatic story.

The moving story of how the life of a Hadassah patient was saved, and then changed forever by the In Vitro Fertilization Department.

A group of 8th grade girls discover compassion and respect when they start celebrating Rosh Hodesh. They also learn how ancient Jewish themes and holidays connect to their lives.

An Ethiopian immigrant shares her story of starting an arts, crafts and clothing center with the support of Hadassah.

A woman entrepreneur shares her story of learning to run her own restaurant with the help of Hadassah Foundations Economic Empowering Program for women.