A heartfelt thank you to Hartmut Koschyk and Werner Sonne from Stiftung Verbundenheit, as well as Steffen Kudella, head of the Hanns Seidel Foundation office in Jerusalem,  for their recent visit to the LBI Jerusalem!

The Oral History Workshop is part of the Leo Baeck Institute's online lecture series, in collaboration with the Oral Documentation Department and the Israel Oral History Association. For the full playlist of the workshop: bit.ly/45CSvpa

One of the most prominent figures in German Jewry is Rabbi Ismar Elbogen. Elbogen passed away at the beginning of August 1943. His archive is entrusted to the Leo Baeck Institute and includes many letters, diaries, pictures, and manuscripts. bit.ly/44wXEwO

Reevaluating Boycott The theme of this year's online lecture series by the Leo Baeck Institute in Jerusalem was “#Boycott, #Banishment, #Exclusion.” In the shadow of the #war, this topic became more relevant than ever. Full recap on Youtube: bit.ly/45CCEa2

#Olympics? Meet the #BarKochba Association! At the end of the 19th century in Germany, the exclusion of Jews from German sports clubs led to the establishment of Jewish sports clubs in Germany. The first of these was the Bar Kochba Berlin club, founded in October 1898.

55 Years Since Theodor Adorno’s Death Adorno’s focus on critical thinking and negativity challenges simple narratives and pushes for real social change. His legacy urges us to question norms and deeply understand the forces shaping our lives. #Adorno #CriticalThinking

#Summer is here, and so are the youth camps! Just like Israeli teens, German-Jewish youth in the 1930s enjoyed summer camps with mountain hikes, group photos, and discussion circles. 📸 Explore these memories in the Leo Baeck Institute's digital archive. bit.ly/3SFle7I

#JobOpp: The Leo Baeck Jerusalem Institute is seeking an Office Manager for an immediate start (75% position). Apply here: bit.ly/4fEeHnw

Leo Haas (1901-1983), a German-Jewish artist, survived Auschwitz and Theresienstadt. After WWII, he became a celebrated illustrator in Prague and East Berlin, earning multiple awards. #ArtHistory #HolocaustSurvivor

In honor of International #DogDay, we recommend the #book “Canine Pioneer: The Extraordinary Life of Rudolfina Menzel”, edited by Susan Martha Kahn. bit.ly/4dXrNuf

"Wear it with pride, the yellow badge! This year we marked 133 years to Robert Weltsch — a renowned journalist and #Zionist advocate whose work significantly impacted #Jewish thought and identity.

127 years since the First World Zionist Congress! The congress ended with nearly an hour of applause, singing, and chants of "Next year in Jerusalem!" The Jewish state was born in Basel, but Zionism has faced challenges Herzl couldn't have imagined. #Zionism #Herzl #JewishState

NEW! Research Group at the Leo Baeck Institute: Displaced Heritage - German-Jewish Migration and Cultural Transfer in the 20th Century. Explore here: bit.ly/4dGXMz4 #JewishHistory #CulturalHeritage #MigrationStudies

LBI Jerusalem mourns the loss of six hostages. In response, we will join the labor strike on Sept 2nd, urging the Israeli government to secure the release of all remaining captives in Gaza.

Rachel Hirsch became the first female professor of medicine in Prussia in 1913, revolutionizing gastroenterology. Despite fleeing Nazi persecution, her legacy as a trailblazer in science and gender equality lives on. #WomensHistory #MedicalPioneer

Charlotte Joel (1887-1943), a Jewish-German photographer. For 25 years, her Berlin studio thrived until Nazi persecution forced its closure. Deported to Auschwitz in 1943, she did not survive. Research on her life began only in 2019. #CharlotteJoel #Holocaust

📢 #Vote for “The Library of Lost Books” – Grimme-Institut Online Award Nominee! 1️⃣ Go to this site: lnkd.in/dDPHsdj 2️⃣ Search for Leo Baeck 3️⃣ Tick the box next to The Library of Lost Books 4️⃣ Scroll to the end of the page and fill in your details!

On Wednesday, October 9, at 8 pm, LBI Jerusalem will present the latest edition of the Jewish Almanach at an event organized by the Jüdisches Museum FFM Join us! juedischesmuseum.ticketfritz.de/Home/Wartungsm…

Walter Benjamin passed away 84 years ago today. Did you know he also critiqued children's literature? He praised old books for their charm and moral impact, criticizing modern trends for lacking authenticity and connection with young readers. #WalterBenjamin #ChildrensLiterature

LBI Jerusalem had the honor of hosting Ms. Petra Pau, vice-president of the German Parliament, for her first visit. We engaged in a fruitful discussion with Ms. Pau, and we deeply appreciate her commitment to our work, especially during these challenging times.