NextGen Shabbat with Author Dr.  Jonathan Branfman!

Join us for Shabbat + a talk with Dr. Jonathan Branfman on Jewish identity, race & pop culture. Food, convo, & community.

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Join us for an engaging evening with Dr. Jonathan Branfman, Eli Reinhard Postdoctoral Fellow in Jewish Studies at Stanford, as part of the JFCS Young Adult Leadership Speaker Series. Jonathan will dive into his ground‑breaking research on how Jewish identity, race, gender, and antisemitism intersect in popular culture—drawing from his acclaimed book Millennial Jewish Stars: Navigating Racial Antisemitism, Masculinity, and White Supremacy. Expect thoughtful conversation on how media shapes our understanding of Jewishness, plus an interactive Q&A.This event is part of the JFCS Young Adult Leadership Speaker Series, a new initiative spotlighting inspiring Jewish leaders and changemakers who are shaping their communities and industries. Come for the food, stay for the story, and connect with other thoughtful young adults over a warm, welcoming Shabbat experience.This Community Connection Event is open to all young adults in the Bay Area.A donation of $18 – $36 to support the JFCS Young Adult Speaker Series Program is suggested. Click here to donate.For any questions, please feel free to email Danit at ZGhldHNyb25pIHwgamZjcyAhIG9yZw==.

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