Sharon Weiss-Greenberg, at The Blogs

Apr 7, 2025, 4:16 PM

This grown adult doesn’t know how to ask

The four sons, from the 14th century Sarajevo Haggadah. (via The Times of Israel)

Sometimes, I'm realizing, it's just too hard to ask - which means the last of the Haggadah's 4 children is not dumb at all

Mar 20, 2025, 10:03 PM

From Soviet’s #LetMyPeopleGo to #BringThemHome

A few weeks ago, I had the privilege of interviewing Dr. Shaul Kelner at ANU – Museum of the Jewish People about his newest book, A Cold War Exodus: How American Activists Mobilized to Free Soviet Jews. The Mike...

Feb 26, 2025, 9:47 PM

Holding Onto Dignity When the World Forgets It

I am aghast at the utter loss of human dignity we have witnessed in recent weeks. Today, Shiri, Ariel, and Kfir Bibas were buried. Throughout history, different traditions and communities have held varying understandings of how to maintain dignity...

May 13, 2021, 9:24 PM

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I spent the night in a bomb shelter with my kids before. Last night was different

GAZA CITY, GAZA - MAY 12: Fire erupts at Energy facility in Ashkelon city after it was hit by rockets fired from Gaza in response to Israeli airstrikes on the Gaza Strip, on May 12, 2021. (Photo by Ashraf Amra/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images)

My family moved to Israel for many reasons, but certainly, this was not one of them. I do not want such violence to be the reality here

Feb 21, 2021, 3:00 PM

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For my second pandemic Purim, I’m focusing on giving to the poor

This year, we need to adjust our attitude and lean into a different and often neglected side of the holiday

Oct 30, 2018, 12:57 PM

From Celebrating Shabbat to Shedding Light in the Face of Hate

This past week, the residents of Modiin have gathered twice in the park. To welcome a shabbat of unity, we prayed together on the basketball court. The gathering was not extravagant, but it was deeply spiritual and meaningful for...

Oct 6, 2016, 9:11 PM

The Yom Kippur Diet: Mom Edition

“Are you going to fast on Yom Kippur?” “Are you going to try not to eat until chatzot, midday?” These were the questions my friends and I were discussing around the age of 10 and 11. We had never considered...

Jul 18, 2016, 3:35 PM

How to Prevent a Modern Day Agunah

What are the benefits and challenges of Jewish marriage and divorce? What is the wedding officiant's role in making couples aware of the Halakhic Prenup and of agunah prevention? What can we learn about the halakhic and legal nuances...

May 27, 2016, 8:46 PM

Women Aliyyot: Scholars Weigh In

Starting May 31-June 2, join JOFA for an online conversation about women's aliyyot. Channa Lockshin Bob, Rabbi David Brofsky, Miriam Gedwiser and Rabbi Ysoscher Katz will engage in a conversation including halakhic and societal considerations in relation to this topic. Please...

Apr 16, 2016, 12:21 PM

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No, rabbi, ‘traditional’ women are not immune from rape

A response to Rabbi Steven Pruzansky's suggestion that campus rape culture has been overblown

About Me

Sharon Weiss-Greenberg is a skilled executive leader, educator, and nonprofit strategist dedicated to empowering individuals and communities. She currently serves as Manager of Resource Development at ANU – Museum of the Jewish People and is a sought-after fundraising consultant. She is also the Director of Education Partnerships for My Jewish Learning and has held leadership roles at ELI Talks, Camp Stone, and Harvard University, where she was the first Orthodox woman chaplain. A proud board member of Magen, Sharon is a passionate advocate for women’s rights, Jewish education, and philanthropy. She holds a PhD in Education and Jewish Studies from NYU, is a Wexner Fellow/Davidson Scholar and Schusterman ROI member, and earned her B.A. and M.A. from Yeshiva University. Recognized among the Forward 50 and New York Jewish Week’s “36 to Watch,” she continues to drive meaningful change in the Jewish community. Learn more at sharonweissgreenberg.com.

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