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A Letter from United Jewish Federation

In an era when diversity and inclusion are heralded as pillars of a progressive society, it is deeply disturbing to witness an elected official expressing blatantly exclusionary antisemitism. Anabel Figueroa's recent statements have drawn widespread condemnation, and rightfully so. Her comm…

Gary Jones Joins UJF As JCRC Director

United Jewish Federation of Stamford, New Canaan and Darien is pleased to announce that Gary Jones has been appointed as its Director, Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC).

Gary's role with the JCRC will include fighting antisemitism and working to safeguard the safety and security of…

UJF and UJA-JCC Greenwich Welcomes Michael Rapaport to Stamford

By Nancy Schulman 

United Jewish Federation (UJF) of Stamford, New Canaan and Darien and UJA-JCC Greenwich invite the entire community to enjoy a conversation featuring advocate, actor, and comedian Michael Rapaport. This event, which promises to be exciting and informative, will take plac…

New Around Town: Lara Agatstein

When you call the offices at UJF, Lara Agatstein is there to greet you with a warm ‘Shalom’.

Having recently joined the staff at United Jewish Federation of Stamford, New Canaan, and Darien, Lara serves as the new administrative assistant where she works closely with CEO Diane Sloyer,…

Finding a Home Away from Home

By Yoav Yaron

I’m in Jerusalem. 

It’s a February morning in 2022. 
 
Spring is just around the corner and the weather’s starting to warm up. With anxious anticipation, I’m heading toward the Citadel Hotel for an interview that will change my life. As I’m walking into the hot…