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We Have Mexican Jews?

Growing up in the South as a Persian-Jew was anything but easy, but it also stirred my interest in learning more about other cultures and religions. I was constantly asked questions about my identity and was curious to know if others shared  similar experiences.  The more I conversed with people, the more I realized how… Read more »

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Why Stand in Solidarity?

It didn’t take long for thousands to stand in solidarity with victims of the  Orlando terror attack, targeting the LGBT community. Countless individuals took to social media honoring the victims and their loved ones. Yet what happened to the  LGBT community when the  media shifted its attention? Did they receive a shift in support, only to see it plummet back down? What  are some challenges they continue to face? In… Read more »