By: Deanna Kahn History & Significance Lag BaOmer is a minor Jewish holiday whose origins are somewhat unclear, as it commemorates a number of historical and celebratory events. Lag BaOmer falls on the 33rd day of Omer; this is because it’s comprised of the Hebrew letters lamed (ל) and gimel…

By: Hana Tzipora There are things worse than having Pride As I have learned As I have found. There are things worse than wearing your conflictions on your sleeve because you are so Tired of hiding and of Lying by Omission Just to fit in where you are supposed to …

by Sofia Bralich For me, queer identity and spirituality are deeply intertwined and inform each other. However, for most of my life, I’ve felt like they’ve been pulled apart. It’s only recently, with my journey to converting to Judaism, that I’ve felt them coming together again in a way that…

by Heni Pupco & Jess Pavlides In a month that is meant to be celebrating women and their accomplishments, we have once again found ourselves mourning, fighting, and begging for our humanity and freedom. …

By Jacob Gelman On March 11th, the European Union voted by a large majority to support a symbolic resolution declaring land within the 27 member states as an “LGBT Freedom Zone.” With 492 votes in favor and 141 against, the resolution passed through with overwhelming support and little pushback. The…

By Rabbi Mike Moskowitz & Rabbi Yale Rapport In recent history, nearly 70% of Massachusetts voted YES on ballot initiative 3, protecting the rights of transfolk against discrimination. This tremendous display of support was brought about by the tireless efforts of transfolk, activists, advocates, and allies. Now that this clear…

Jess Nora strengthens their community through baking. The past year has been a lot of change and adaptation for many. It has been a year of finding new ways to connect: to our religion, our life values, and each other. …

What Happened? Recently, two gay men in Russia were taken by Chechen security officials. The two men (Salekh Magamadov, 20, and Ismail Isteyev, 17) were kidnapped on February 4 from a safe house outside Moscow. Chechnya’s government had previously tortured the two men before being given safety by The Russian…