StandWithUs
Julie Paris was part of a group that protested a recent visit by Rep. Rohit Khanna, who represents California’s 17th Congressional District. (Photo courtesy of Jeremy Kazzaz)
August 4, 2026, 1:53 pm
Pittsburgh protester presses Rep. Khanna on Israel, Gaza and support for Platner
“I spoke with him extensively about how language is causing significant harm to Jewish communities around the world,” Paris said.
By David Rullo
Sami Steigmann and StandWithUs Kenneth Leventhal High School Intern Sam Stavchansky (Photo by Octavia Liku)
June 2, 2026, 1:46 pm
Holocaust survivor brings living history to local schools
Sami Steigmann recounts his experience navigating loss and leadership with Pittsburgh Public School students and community members.
By Octavia Liku
(Photo by AllyE, courtesy of iStock)
May 28, 2026, 10:09 am
Jewish American Heritage Month: Defending the promise of the American dream
This Jewish American Heritage Month, I commend my many friends and neighbors who have chosen to pick up the mantle of American democracy.
By Julie Paris
U.S. District Judge Roy Altman and Pennsylvania Supreme Court Justice David Wecht. (Photos courtesy of StandWithUs)
April 28, 2026, 11:54 am
Judges Roy Altman, David Wecht discuss ‘Israel on Trial’ May 5 in Pittsburgh
“He brings a message of education to Jews and non-Jews alike,” Wecht said.
By David Rullo
HonestReporting’s Executive Director Gil Hoffman spoke about “Israel and the Media” as part of a collaborative StandWithUs event. (Photo provided by Julie Paris)
February 24, 2026, 1:20 pm
HonestReporting’s Gil Hoffman makes a stop in Pittsburgh
Discusses ‘Israel and the Media Landscape’
By David Rullo
Julie Paris (right) and StandWithUs is bringing a concert featuring Joshua Washington to Temple Emanuel of South Hills. (Photo provided by Julie Paris)
January 19, 2026, 6:34 pm
Joshua Washington brings a ‘Journey of Healing’ to the South Hills
“It was really important to him that we understood our faith as Christians is really an outgrowth of Jewish faith."
By David Rullo
StandWithUs’ Julie Paris introduces members of Sharaka who visited the Church of the Redeemer for a round table discussion. (Photo by David Rullo)
November 11, 2025, 9:16 am
Sharaka brings message of peace, understanding and partnership to Pittsburgh
“I wish people would have the humbleness to judge Israel once they have been there,” he said.
By David Rullo
Jews around the world celebrate with Rosh Hashanah with apples and honey while off from work. Photo by Samuel, courtesy of Flickr.com.
September 17, 2025, 9:30 am
Now more than ever, Jewish Pittsburgh must lead with grace and truth
The Chronicle strives to counter false narratives while amplifying facts.
Julie Paris , SWU Mid-Atlanitc regional director (right) with the Chronicle staff, from left: Jim Busis, Amy Weiss, Toby Tabachnick and David Rullo (Adam Reinherz not pictured) (Photo by Christina Montemurro Photography)
September 12, 2025, 9:29 am
Community unites as StandWithUs honors truth in journalism and student advocacy
The Pittsburgh Jewish Chronicle received the Lion of Truth in Journalism Award; local students Miriam Levari and Harrison Romero honored
By Toby Tabachnick
Those attending the Bring Them Home rally hold signs of the 50 hostages still held in Gaza by Hamas. (Photo by David Rullo)
July 14, 2025, 4:23 pm
Pittsburgh Jewish community rallies to ‘Bring Them Home’
“These gatherings give us a space to process our grief and draw strength from one another.”
By David Rullo
Leventhal intern Miriam Levari at a community vigil in Squirrel Hill, advocating for the release of the Hamas-held hostages (Photo by Jonathan Dvir)
July 11, 2025, 2:07 pm
Students become Israel advocates through StandWithUs internships
"These heroic students proactively and responsively dedicate themselves to critical work in their schools and communities.”
By Andrew Rich
Julie Paris in conversation with Iranian scholar and journalist Mohamad Machine-Chian at an event sponsored by StandWithUs in Pittsburgh on June 24 (Photo by Gene Tabachnick)
June 30, 2025, 12:23 pm
Reformer in exile: Scholar says Iranian people reject regime’s ideology and terror tactics
Mohamad Machine-Chian, now a researcher at Pitt, describes the disconnect between the Iranian people and the regime that governs them.
By Toby Tabachnick
Sai Patil, second from left, speaks during a June 8 panel discussion at the Hindu Jain Temple. (Photo by Adam Reinherz)
June 9, 2025, 1:53 pm
Nearly 200 gather to strengthen Hindu-Jewish bonds at Monroeville temple
‘Harmony Across Traditions’ delivers Hindu and Jewish Pittsburghers song, food and chance to learn together
By Adam Reinherz
Students share stories at Rodef Shalom Congregation during an April 3 program created by Ella Greenfield, Zev Loring and local leaders. (Photo by Adam Reinherz)
April 4, 2025, 4:31 pm
Teens discuss antisemitism and create community at pop-up program
'If we don’t tell our story, who will tell it'
By Adam Reinherz
Community Relations Council Director Laura Cherner (left) stand with attorneys Efrem Grail, Carolyn McGee and Ronald Hicks, StandWithUs Mid-Atlantic Regional Director Julie Paris and Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh President and CEO Jeff Finkelstein after the defeat of a BDS referendum that would have asked Pittsburgh residents to bar the city from doing business with the State of Israel. City Council has introduced ordinances to stop similar referendums to alter the city's Home Rule Charter. (Photo provided by Julie Paris)
March 12, 2025, 4:36 pm
In praise of heroes
Pittsburgh is fortunate to have so many capable people who are committed to the well-being of our city and the safety of its Jewish constituents.
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