
by Emily Comisar The idea of Do-It-Yourself (DIY) Judaism is not new, but it’s enjoying some time in the spotlight these days, particularly as a method for engaging young adults in Jewish life. Bill Robinson’s article “From Service (Back) to Leadership: The Future of Communal Agencies?” that appeared in eJewish Philanthropy last month gives a nod to this notion, and as a young Jewish adult myself, I can definitively say that DIY Judaism resonates deeply with me, particularly as I think of my own most meaningful Jewish experiences. But as someone who is tasked with creating engagement opportunities for Birthright Israel alumni, I’m also compelled to think of DIY Judaism on a professional level. In fact, DIY methodology informs almost all of the programs I run. Why? The assumption (and … [Read more...]

