Shira Burns


Articles by Shira Burns

Jewish Resources for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Resources for honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Holiday Resources for LGBTQ, Interfaith Families

Navigating December as an interfaith family can be both challenging and rewarding.

Joy’s Journey Across the Divide

A Keshet board member sets out to have respectful conversations in conservative communities.

LGBTQ Jewish History Quiz

How much do you know about LGBTQ Jewish history?

An Interview with Rabbi Toba Spitzer

The first openly LGBTQ person chosen to head a rabbinical association in the United States.

Meet the Orthodox Rabbi Advocating for Trans Inclusion

In this article, we share excerpts from an interview with an Orthodox rabbi who is an ally and advocate for Jews who are transgender.

LGBTQ & Ally Teen Shabbaton: Intentions for Graduating Seniors

Shabbaton alumni share words of blessing and intention for the participants who are graduating.

LGBTQ Resources for Holocaust Remembrance Day

Resources for incorporating an LGBTQ focus into your Yom HaShoah observance.

Kids Like Us: A Club for Gender Non-Conforming 8-10 Year Olds

Sarah and Naomi* are two 9-year-olds who created a club for gender-creative kids their age. We interviewed them and their moms, Hannah and Karen, about this exciting new club.

An Interview with Dr. Susie Tanchel: The First Out Head of a Jewish Day School

Tanchel was, until recently, the only out head of a Jewish day school in the country.