JOFA's Torch
The Torch explores gender and religion in the Jewish community. Named for Deborah the Prophetess, “the woman of torches,” the blog highlights the passion and fiery leadership of Jewish feminists, while evoking the powerful image of feminists “passing the torch” to a new generation. Disclaimer: All posts are contributed by third party authors. JOFA does not assume responsibility for the facts and opinions presented in them.
New, Beautiful Video! Moving Highlights of the JOFA Conference
This week’s JOFA Conference, with 1000 participants from 125 cities in seven countries, over 50 sessions on topics as diverse ...
The Many-Flavored Wellspring That Is Orthodox Feminism
Little known fact: The JOFA Conference existed before JOFA existed. The first conference on feminism and Orthodoxy that took place ...
Oh, how I wish I were going to the JOFA Conference!
I’ve had a love-hate relationship with conferences since the first GA I attended as a Hillel delegate while I was ...
My First JOFA Conference!
I’ve never been to a JOFA conference before. For four years, all through college, I heard from friends living in ...
JOFA 2013: The Ultimate Conference for Orthodox Jewish Feminists
We’re getting really excited about the JOFA conference, less than a week away! The 8th International JOFA Conference, set for ...
What I’m grateful for this Thanksgivukkah
Often, when I take a moment to remind myself what I’m grateful for, I think about my grandmothers. My life ...
Mikveh Attendants Need Less Legislation and More Education
Earlier this month, Hadassah Braun Margolese wrote a blog here at The Torch describing her anguish about not being able ...
Throwing a Party for Prenups
After 28 years of marriage (BH!) Adam Dicker and I signed a post-nuptial agreement this past Saturday night at the ...
My Life as an Orthodox Feminist Harvard Undergrad
As an Orthodox Jew, feminist activist, and first-year college student, I’ve got a pretty full schedule to balance. I’ve previously ...
The Violation of Dinah; The Violation of our Society
The following is adapted from the drasha (sermon) delivered by Rori Picker Neiss at Bais Abraham Congregation, St Louis, MO ...