Jewish Stereotypes Redefined

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Malden, MA
United States

Tell Us Your Good Deed

I've run multiple 5Ks and walks for charity. Mentored a middle school boy in the MAAV (Melrose Alliance Against Violence) program.

Why are you participating?

I thought it was an interesting project.

Worcester, MA
United States

Tell Us Your Good Deed

I am blessed to provide medical care to a very diverse population, including many "underserved" people whose lives can sometimes be so hard. I teach medical students how to do medically competent and empathetic interviews, respectful of patient autonomy. I am proud to support many charitable causes.

Why are you participating?

I was captivated by the display at our med school. So many different people, and all "b'tselem Elohim", reflections of the Divine image, doing good in the world!

Boston, MA
United States

Tell Us Your Good Deed

My family and I founded a non-profit organization called Debbie's Treasure Chest that provides resources to low income families and foster children in our community.

Leominster, MA
United States

Tell Us Your Good Deed

In my life and as a sustainability and energy manager, I work to reduce the impact we have on the environment so I can leave to my future children a legacy and planet they can be proud of.

Why are you participating?

I am continually saddened by the hate, discrimination, and judgment in the world today. While I do not see my see myself a religious person, despite labeling myself as Jewish, I was reminded of a pray by Rabbi Kushner entitled Prayer for the World an excerpt which reads:

Millville , MA
United States

Tell Us Your Good Deed

I work in early childhood education for minimal pay in downtown Worcester.

Why are you participating?

I love the idea of being celebrated for differences instead of shamed for them.

Haverhill, MA
United States

Tell Us Your Good Deed

I volunteered at a soup kitchen in Israel. I helped serve food and deliver the food to tables. The experience was extremely gratifying. I learned the universal language that day: happiness. The smiles of everyone in the room still resonate in my mind.

Why are you participating?

I make many judgments towards others often in a joking manner but I want to prove to myself and others how caring I am.