Messages from Executive Director, Rabbi Paul F. Resnick

JAFI's Work





 

This second video, in a series of three, highlights some of the different organizations our delegation visited. These are networks which do amazing work in the Afula-Gilboa region. Inspiring word in an area of Israel that has been under attack from Hezbollah for many years. 

Keeping Our Community Safe: Security Review at Congregation Adath Israel



On March 11, 2025, Jewish Federation of Western CT Regional Security Advisor (RSA)  Michael Shanbrom, and SCN Regional Director (RD) Mike Butsch, conducted a comprehensive security assessment of Congregation Adath Israel in Newtown, CT. The security assessment was provided by the Jewish F…

Municipalities and Organizations In the Afula Gilboa Region



This first video, in a series of three, highlights some of the different organizations our delegation visited. These are networks which do amazing work in the Afula-Gilboa region. Inspiring word in an area of Israel that has been under attack from Hezbollah for many years. 

Countering Active Threats Training at Yeshiva K’Tana of Waterbury


On March 5, 2025, Michael Shanbrom, the Regional Security Advisor (RSA) for the Jewish Federation of Western CT, led a Countering Active Threats training at Yeshiva K’Tana of Waterbury (YKW). This important, federation-sponsored session equipped 40 participants with life-saving skills to …