OU Mourns the Passing of Rabbi Berel Wein zt”l
The Orthodox Union joins with Klal Yisrael in mourning the loss of Rabbi Berel Wein, zt”l. Rabbi Wein was a uniquely impactful Rav whose work, perspective, and voice profoundly influenced
OU Kosher’s Women’s Seminar Offers Deep Dive into Kosher...
ASK OU 2025 Summer Women’s Kashrus Experience Attendees Gain Rare Insights into the Precision and Professionalism Behind OU Kosher’s Work As a cooking instructor, personal chef, and author
Yachad and Camp Morasha Celebrate 25 Years of Unity...
Highlighting the Growth and Impact of Inclusion on the Entire Camp Community This year, Camp Morasha pulled out all the stops to mark a significant milestone: 25 years
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The OU Women’s Initiative Awards Grants for Creative Tehillim...
Five women receive funding and support to bring innovative, experiential Tehillim experiences to their communities The OU Women’s Initiative, a division of the Orthodox Union that has galvanized
New IVDU Girls’ Middle School Opening This Fall in...
IVDU is opening a new Girls’ Middle School in Brooklyn this fall, offering a holistic special education program focused on academic success, social-emotional growth, and Torah values for students with learning...
Jewish Action Wins Five Rockower Awards
Jewish Action, the OU’s quarterly family magazine, won five Simon Rockower Awards for Excellence in Jewish Journalism for work that appeared in 2024. The announcement was made at the American Jewish
Statement on U.S. Bombing of Iran’s Nuclear Sites
The Union of Orthodox Jewish Congregations of America thanks God for the success of today’s critical action by the United States Air Force, destroying Iran’s nuclear sites. We thank President
200 Industry Professionals Unite at Annual OU Kosher Conference...
Presenters and Honorees Included Leaders from International Kashrus Agencies For over 30 years, OU Kosher Rabbinic Coordinators (RCs) and Rabbinic Field Representatives (RFRs) have convened for OU Kosher’s
Diverse Rabbinic Leaders Convene at OU Kosher Conference in...
Kashrut leaders meet in Jerusalem for the OU's annual kashrut conference, shaping the future of Jewish kashrut and policy.
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