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Shared histories, shared purpose: Jews and Pride
When the Jewish community participates in Pride, we send a clear message. Identity should not have to be hidden.
Gay Pride Flag with David's Star by Jonatan Svensson Glad (Josve05a) courtesy of flickr.com
June 2, 2026, 9:34 am
Shared histories, shared purpose: Jews and Pride
When the Jewish community participates in Pride, we send a clear message. Identity should not have to be hidden.
By David Knoll
Michael Lowenthal (Photo by Scott Heim)
May 29, 2026, 1:21 pm
Jewish author Michael Lowenthal sits with complexity in new book ‘Place Envy’
Author to debut his new novel on June 11 at the Carnegie Library Lecture Hall
By Emma Riva
In a new ad for the reelection of Republican Congressman Thomas Massie, a rainbow star of David is prominently featured behind Republican activist investor Paul Singer, who is Jewish. (Screenshot via YouTube)
May 13, 2026, 9:25 am
Jewish Republican Paul Singer tarred with rainbow Star of David in Kentucky candidate’s anti-LGBTQ ad
The Kentucky ad encourages viewers to vote for Thomas Massie, the anti-Israel Republican incumbent.
By Jackie Hajdenberg
Activist Peter Tatchell is arrested during a pro-Palestinian protest on Jan. 31, 2026 in London, England. (Guy Smallman/Getty Images)
February 2, 2026, 12:35 pm
Prominent British LGBTQ activist arrested for carrying ‘globalize the intifada’ sign in London
Protesters calling for “intifada” meanwhile marched in Philadelphia on Sunday.
By Grace Gilson
Our Lady J at The Elizabeth Taylor Night of Compassion held at The Beverly Hills Hotel on Sept. 18, 2025 in Beverly Hills, California. (Tommaso Boddi/Variety via Getty Images)
January 8, 2026, 12:34 pm
Trans screenwriter Our Lady J condemns anti-Zionism in LGBTQ spaces
“Zionists have always been at the core of LGBTQ progress,” said J on social media.
By Grace Gilson
A person wears a pride-themed yarmulke in the West Village in New York City, on June 26, 2020. (Noam Galai/Getty Images)
December 20, 2025, 7:34 pm
A Wider Bridge, a pro-Israel advocate in LGBTQ spaces, is shutting down
The organization said financial challenges forced the decision to close after 15 years.
By Asaf Elia-Shalev
Artist Rosabel Rosalind stands in front of Mosaic Apartments—the first LGBTQ+ housing community for LGBTQ+ older adults. The artist is painting a mural on the exterior of the building. (Photo provided by Dan Rothschild)
June 24, 2025, 1:59 pm
Jewish artist creates mural for Mosaic Apartments
The project is the region’s first affordable housing community for LGBTQ+ friendly older adults
By David Rullo
New Community Chevra Kadisha is working with members to ensure Jewish burial reflects dignity and respect. (Photo by RDNE Stock Project via Pexels)
June 20, 2025, 9:27 am
New Community Chevra Kadisha adopts gender-inclusive rituals in Jewish burial practices
'The time has come for the Jewish community, locally and broadly speaking, to pay attention to part of our community that has been hidden, and that has been hiding for various reasons'
By Adam Reinherz
Gay Pride Flag with David's Star by Jonatan Svensson Glad (Josve05a) courtesy of flickr.com
June 12, 2025, 9:33 am
Judaism never asked me to choose between identity and belonging
As I learned about LGBTQ+ history, I was proud and not too shocked by the outsized contributions of Jews.
By Beth Wallach
Kane Street Synagogue in Cobble Hill is known as "The Mother Synagogue" of Brooklyn — the oldest Jewish congregation serving the Brooklyn neighborhood in which it was founded, with roots dating back to 1856.(Ramin Talaie)
June 11, 2025, 9:47 am
Brooklyn interfaith Pride service nixed over synagogue’s alleged pro-Israel alignment
Kane Street Synagogue’s rabbi wrote that she was “crushed/offended” by the “discriminatory decision” to cancel the event.
By Grace Gilson
US singer songwriter Kehlani arrives at the 51st American Music Awards in Las Vegas, Nevada on May 26, 2025. (Michael Tran / AFP)
June 10, 2025, 7:31 am
All San Diego Jewish organizations pull out of Pride festival over Kehlani performance
The announcement is the latest in a string of recent criticism and cancellations Kehlani has faced.
By Grace Gilson
Rabbi Ari Berman, president of Yeshiva University, speaks during an event in August 2024. (Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images)
March 27, 2025, 11:39 am
After announcing LGBTQ club, Yeshiva U president says Pride values ‘antithetical’ to the school
In an email to students, Rabbi Ari Berman rejected the idea that Y.U. had reversed its prohibition on the club.
By Ben Sales
A pedestrian on the campus of Yeshiva University in New York City on Aug. 30, 2022. (Spencer Platt/Getty Images)
March 21, 2025, 2:33 pm
Yeshiva University recognizes LGBTQ student club, reversing a longtime ban
The announcement marks a significant shift for the Modern Orthodox flagship university in Manhattan.
By Ben Sales
Evan Wolfson (to the right of Joe Biden) along with his extended family at the Citizens Medal ceremony (Photo courtesy of Evan Wolfson)
January 13, 2025, 12:49 pm
Pittsburgh’s Evan Wolfson awarded presidential medal for advancing same-sex marriage rights
“Hope is a key element of successful activism.”
By Deborah Weisberg
Thousands take part in the annual Gay Pride Parade in Jerusalem, on May 30, 2024. (Yonatan Sindel/Flash90)
October 31, 2024, 9:28 am
Historic global LGBTQ advocacy group boycotts Israel
The ILGA kicked out The Aguda after the Israeli group nominated Tel Aviv as a conference location.
By Andrew Lapin
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