October 7 Archives — Jewish Women of Words

Chagim

Shavuot: The Power of Peoplehood

By Keren Zelwer May 30, 2025

This Shavuot, Keren Zelwer finds power in peoplehood Read More

four people standing with a quilt named the quilt of hope

Israel

Gam Ve Gam

By Atida Lipshatz May 14, 2025

Atida Lipshatz reflects on her growing Hebrew vocabulary in the shadow of war, and the versatility and spirit of one very Israeli phrase. Read More

Holocaust

Preserving the Legacy of Child Survivors

By Viv Parry April 22, 2025

Viv Parry writes about the intersection of October 7 and her powerful work to preserve the legacy of Melbourne’s child survivors. Read More

Recent Posts
- Shavuot: Learning Something New, for a New World May 31, 2025
- Shavuot: The Power of Peoplehood May 30, 2025
- Postcard from Israel: Two Days in Jerusalem May 27, 2025
- Diary of a Mature-Age Nursing Student May 25, 2025
- Witness to History: Ruth Gruber May 16, 2025
Recent Comments
- Sandra on Witness to History: Ruth GruberLoved this information about this amazing woman! And she was the story for the movie Exodus, the fil…
- Betty on Gam Ve GamThis is awesome you are awesome “Gam ve Gam Way to go!!
- Sally Gillis on Gam Ve GamThank you for your perceptive comments Atida, which help us to better understand our experiences. Ke…
- Susan Goldstein on Witness to History: Ruth GruberThis was an amazing article about an amazing woman! It was stirring to learn Ruth’s story and how ma…
- Fiona on Diary of a Mature-Age Nursing StudentWell done, that is such an inspirational story to read. I trained as a nurse over 20 years ago. Keep…
- Debbie Rosenberg on Gam Ve GamSo enjoyed reading your article Atida. Proud to see my embroidery work amongst all the beautiful pie…
- Linda Eileen Benedict on Beyond the Boundaries: Unraveling the mysteries of my Jewish historyI have known Sharon for a few years. We met through mutual friends while traveling. I have followed…
- Sarah on My room in the Psych WardSo well written, I almost feel like I'm there with you!
- Sharon on United by Shared Tragedies: the Story of Jacob and Rachel KazimierekSuch a wonderful story about Rachel and Jacob. Thank you, Marilyn! Sharon Easton; Storyteller, Write…
- Sharon on A Street Named Eva KotcheverDear Emily; Thank you for bringing Eva alive in your writing. I love reading short stories about peo…
- Peter on Who Am I?Very well presented article.
- Corinne on Who Am I?Thankyou Norman for your kind words. I wish the country spoke to me in a way that represented my tho…
- Corinne on Who Am I?Thankyou Libby. I am sure I remember the name of your father. Wasnt he knighted? I really appreciate…
- Sharon on Postcard from Israel: Beyond the Lens of WarDearest Menucha; What a beautiful story. Thank you for sharing. Sharon Easton; storyteller, writer B…
- Deborah Rechter on Postcard from Israel: Beyond the Lens of WarSuch an important message

October 7

Shavuot: The Power of Peoplehood

Gam Ve Gam

Preserving the Legacy of Child Survivors

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