Monthly Archives: April 2011

(04/18/11) BROOKLYN– Jews around the borough marked the start of Passover at sundown today, which celebrates Jewish freedom from slavery in ancient Egypt. That spirit of freedom took on a new meaning at one Borough Park synagogue, where a special … Continue reading →

BY Simone Weichselbaum DAILY NEWS STAFF WRITER Sunday, April 17th 2011 The Passover spirit of freedom has a whole new meaning for crime victims putting together a special Seder where they will share stories about abuse, during the holy dinner. … Continue reading →

The Freedom Seder for survivors of abuse, is the brainchild of the Voices of Justice, and has taken off with an emotional and overwhelming response. Donations for food, and donations for money from all over America are simply awe inspiring. … Continue reading →

Calling all volunteers to contact the Coalition to help with the cooking Monday and Tuesday. This Pesach Seder is going to be amazing! Preparations have begun for Pesach 2011 Seder for All survivors – Yasher Koach to Yanky, Sruly, Suzie, Annie, … Continue reading →

The time has come for survivors to support each other. By showing others that there is a safe place, more victims will be encouraged to speak out. Being shunned and excommunicated by the community is no longer be a threat. … Continue reading →

Child protective Services in NY has a division called ACS, Administration for Children’s Services. These caseworkers (child protective specialists) have historically been neglectful of children’s needs, and with last week’s news story of the death of a child, changes need … Continue reading →