Hakhel Resources

The right model of leadership

After all, without trust it is not going to work. Listening to this speaker, from a different field, is an interesting way to open real questions. Do we know how to create and nourish a trusting enviroment?

Ask yourself: Am I trustworthy? In what sense? Who do I expect to trust me? Why?

Loneliness: The Existential Jewish Problem

by ELI Talk Rabbi Marc Katz

How can we make our communities nourish our broader needs of its members and become a force in tackling lonliness?

Ask your community members about lonely moment they have sensed within the community. Ask them to share it, and offer ideas for gestures which could according to them minimize that feeling. Write it down and share with all the community. Try do the same with the children.

I Am Here; Hear Me Bark: Comedy, Disability, and the Inclusive Synagogue

by Eli Talk Pamela Schuller

Inclusivity and acceptance are part of the living spirit of any Jewish community. This video is worth a thousand words on the topic.

Honoring the Conversation: Turning a Neighborhood into a Community in Intown Atlanta

by Stephen Wing

Is a true story, believe it or not. People can really change reality by voicing ideas in a heartful way. You can do it too.

Tell yourself about a conflict you experienced in the past. Write down some ideas you could have used for a better outcome. Share with other members and ask for feedback.

The Welfare State: Is the Jewish Approach to Poverty Individual or Communal?

by Richard Friedman

This piece explores the integral connection between social justice, welfare and community.

Ask your board members: in what sense we apply already to these values and where do we still have a way to go. Good luck!

Makom?s Community in Mitzpe Ramon

by MAKOM

Have you thought about it: The link between parenting and community life? Take a look!

Ask yourself- What are the parenting challenges you face in your daily life? Ask your fellows what are they struggling with. Imagine what could you and your community gain from sharing, processing and learning together parenting tools….

How to get from diversity to inclusion

by Dolly Chugh

Dolly Chugh shares with us a useful perspective regarding warming up the room for the sake of better team working.

Compassion and the true meaning of Empathy

by Joan Halifax

One of the strongest tools ever is compassion. Watch this powerful talk, it is more than worth you time.

Sample Community Budget

Either you are a beginner or an experienced treasurer, good to get some clarity when it comes to budgeting.

Participatory Budgeting in an Income-Sharing Community

by Adder Oaks

Money has never been an easy topic. So how do you work with it? This is an inspiring one.

Jewish Fundraising

by Aharon Ariel Lavi

A different take on money and Judaism. Where can Jewish spirit become a powerful inspiration in your fundraising journey? Read this piece.

Giver and Receiver