Category Archives: Atlanta Jewish Times

Palestinian Human Rights Activist Praises Israel

East Jerusalem resident Bassem Eid built his worldwide reputation as a human rights activist by reporting on abuses by the Israeli authorities. Read more » »

Mask Maker Shares Success Story

An Israeli startup that used its technology to create anti-pathogen fabric facemasks is the focus of a virtual webinar Sept. 16 hosted by the Atlanta Israel Coalition, AJC Atlanta, Temple Emanu-El and others. “Behind the Scenes with Sonovia” explains how the Israel-based company helped provide a solution to stop the spread of COVID-19. Read more » »

Mask Maker Shares Success Story

An Israeli startup that used its technology to create anti-pathogen fabric facemasks is the focus of a virtual webinar Sept. 16 hosted by the Atlanta Israel Coalition, AJC Atlanta, Temple Emanu-El and others. “Behind the Scenes with Sonovia” explains how the Israel-based company helped provide a solution to stop the spread of COVID-19. Read more » »

B’nai B’rith to Recognize Young Essay Winners

Nine winners of the Enlighten America 2020 Essay Contest will be recognized at a virtual awards ceremony Aug. 30 by the Achim/Gate City (Atlanta) Lodge of B’nai B’rith International. Read more » »

Obituary: Phillip Martin Redisch

Phillip Martin Redisch, a beloved father, brother and grandfather and 70-year-old native and resident of Mobile, Ala., passed away June 26, 2020. After growing up in Mobile and proudly attending the University of Alabama (Roll Tide!), Phillip moved to Atlanta in 1973, where he raised his family and lived for 40 years. Read more » »