What are the goals of HerVoice?
What is the time commitment of HerVoice?
What is the application process?
How much does HerVoice cost?
How can I learn more?
What are the goals of HerVoice?
All graduates will:
- be empowered to leave an enduring mark on the Atlanta Jewish community,
- gain tools to strengthen their leadership and strategic thinking skills,
- deepen their connection to Jewish history, heritage and spiritual wisdom - gaining an appreciation for where and how our own unique voice adds depth to the tapestry of the Jewish people,
- develop the skills and knowledge to combat antisemitism and support Israel, and
- leave the program with a wide range of skills and knowledge to lead within the Jewish community on a local and national level, as well as gain skills on a personal growth level.
What is the time commitment of HerVoice?
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7 three-hour workshops (6 prior to the Israel experience, 1 post Israel experience) = 21 hours of immersive adult education focused on leadership and Jewish wisdom taught by internationally known educators who are experts in their field.
- Select Sundays @ 5pm in Dunwoody (October 15, October 29, December 3, December 10, January 7, 2024, January 21, 2024, March 17, 2024)
- Each session includes classes, breakouts, dinner & schmoozing
- A one week journey to Israel in February 2024 (February 26 - March 3, 2024, Travel Dates February 25 and March 4)
HerVoice participants will be expected to attend all sessions, as well as travel with the group to Israel as part of the program. All dates are outlined here.
Please complete the application only if you can attend all sessions and the Israel trip.
What is the application process?
The application contains 9 questions. Once your application has been received, you will be contacted for an interview. In addition to a few demographic questions, the questions are:
- Share with us some of your Jewish experiences that have helped formed you to this day.
- HerVoice is predicated on the belief that every Jewish woman shows up as a leader in various modalities. Please share any examples you might have from your own life:
- What would you hope to gain from the HerVoice program?
- What strengths do you bring to group dynamics? What are two or three qualities that you admire in leaders?
- Is there anything else you would like to share about yourself that would be relevant to your application?
- Please tell us if we can provide any accommodations so you can fully participate in this program (accessible seating, accessible parking, ASL interpreting, etc.)
Click here to begin the application
How much does HerVoice cost?
Contribution: $2,500 - Fee includes all workshop sessions and the trip to Israel with lodging and most meals. Trip does not include airfare expenses. Payment plans available.
Each woman's participation fee is heavily subsidized thanks to a generous grant from the Marcus Foundation.
For those of you who are concerned about the cost of the program, it may be possible for you to get an interest free loan through the Jewish Interest Free Loan of Atlanta (“JIFLA”). For further information about this, see http://jifla.org/ or email them directly at [email protected].
JWC Atlanta is committed to providing access to HerVoice for all women. Please contact us if you face financial barriers to participate in this leadership program.
How can I learn more?
If you have additional questions please contact us.