Announcing Hillel International’s Climate Action Plan
Hillel International is excited to announce the launch of its Climate Action Plan in partnership with Adamah.
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Hillel International is excited to announce the launch of its Climate Action Plan in partnership with Adamah.
Busy studying for midterms but want to know what steps Hillel is taking to address climate change? Here are the top five things you need to know about Hillel International’s Climate Action Plan:
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The Purim story is a foundational model for how the Jewish community can respond to hate and fear.
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