The Hadassah-Brandeis Institute (HBI) develops fresh ways of thinking about Jews and gender worldwide by producing and promoting scholarly research, artistic projects and public engagement.
One of the world's only academic centers of its kind, HBI provides research resources and programs for scholars, students and the public. The Institute publishes books and a journal, convenes international conferences and local programming, and offers competitive grant and internship programs.
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Two powerful art exhibitions at HBI this fall
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By Yofi Tirosh
Recently, I spoke at the protest against Israel's government in New York's Washington Square Park. The response was overwhelming, but I know that criticizing Israel publicly can be difficult for its friends in America...
“HBI is providing an important model of women supporting other women, by saying, ‘We think your work and creativity is really valuable and we think it should be heard around the world and we will help you with that.’ Who else is going to do that?”
Elana Sztokman, HBI Author, recipient of two Jewish Book Awards