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Antisemitism has skyrocketed since October 7 — in the media, in the streets, and especially virulently at universities across America. With Jewish students back on campus and grappling with an escalating tide of hate, join UJA Women’s WordsMatter series for a timely panel discussion moderated by Ari Ackerman and featuring three student representatives leading the charge at prestigious universities -- Maya Cukieman (Columbia), Shabbos Kestenbaum (Harvard), and Yasmeen Ohebsion (Tulane).

Hindy Poupko, senior vice president for Community Strategy and External Relations at UJA-Federation will also speak about UJA’s powerful and multifaceted work helping to combat antisemitism on campus.

This event is hosted by Interboro Women.

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Ari Ackerman

Entrepreneur, Strategic Investor & Philanthropist

Ari Ackerman is a powerful Jewish social media influencer, Miami Marlins co-owner, and philanthropist. He was the founder and CEO of the very popular camp technology company Bunk1.com and the Jewish dating app Tribe. Ari has been featured in media outlets including ABC, CBS, NBC, CNN, CNBC, The New York Times, and The Wall Street Journal. He is a partner and board member in the Derek Jeter-led group that purchased the Miami Marlins in 2017.

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Maya Cukierman

Student Activist, Columbia University

Maya Cukierman is a freshman at Columbia University studying mathematical economics and modern Jewish studies. She is actively involved in her campus chapter of TAMID and SSI (Students Supporting Israel). Maya is the Columbia campus #EndJewHatred fellow and has been extremely outspoken throughout her college experience so far. Maya is also a proud alumni of UJA's PACT program. 

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Shabbos Kestenbaum

Graduate Student and Activist, Harvard University

Shabbos Kestenbaum is a student activist and the lead plaintiff against Harvard University in a lawsuit alleging systemic antisemitism. He is a regular contributor to national media, has testified in front of the United States Congress multiple times, and lectures internationally on Jewish communal issues.

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Yasmeen Ohebsion

Recent Graduate and Student Activist, Tulane University

As co-president of the Movement to Address Antisemitism at Tulane, Yasmeen Ohebsion successfully advocated for implementing mandatory antisemitism education for all students. Yasmeen is currently co-founding CampUs, an app designed for Jewish students on university campuses across North America.

Leadership

Chair: Rachel Kalnicki
Advisory chairs: Candice Koerner & Seryl Ritter
Event chair: Judy Tuchman
Committee members: Eva Galpern, Judy Kaufthal, Judy Rosen



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