NECHAMA in the News
Published:
June 6, 2024
Last updated:
March 30, 2026

Tikkun Olam is a Tool to Combat Antisemitism

NECHAMA in the News
Published:
06 Jun 2024
Last updated:
30 Mar 2026
Key Takeaways
  • NECHAMA CEO Stephan Kline wrote an opinion piece entitled "Tikkun Olam is a Tool to Combat Antisemitism" in EJewish Philanthropy, the preeminent newsletter for the Jewish nonprofit sector.
  • Our commitment to rebuilding those communities stems from Tikkun Olam, the Jewish imperative to repair the world, regardless of faith affiliations.

NECHAMA CEO Stephan Kline wrote an opinion piece entitled "Tikkun Olam is a Tool to Combat Antisemitism" in EJewish Philanthropy, the preeminent newsletter for the Jewish nonprofit sector. As discussed in the article, most of the communities that NECHAMA serves do not have a large Jewish population. Our commitment to rebuilding those communities stems from Tikkun Olam, the Jewish imperative to repair the world, regardless of faith affiliations. Through our work, we have found an increased appreciation for Jewish people, decreased stigma about Jewish identity, and stronger collaboration across differences. It is our hope that others learn from us and continue to offer direct service for the good of the world.

To read the full article, click HERE.

Stephan Kline became CEO of NECHAMA in February 2024. He previously worked for over two decades at the Jewish Federations of North America in senior policy and emergency management roles.

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