Eshel Across America
What is Eshel Across America? Eshel Across America is an annual event that we mark on the week of Parshat Vayera to teach the Torah of hachnassat orchim, welcoming guests. […]
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Parents Drop-In Support Group
Join our drop-in support group for parents! We meet every Wednesday at noon ET and the first Monday every month at 8pm ET. For notifications and sign-in information, please fill […]
LGBTQ+ Support Group
A confidential space for LGBTQ+ adults who are Orthodox, formerly Orthodox, or Orthodox-adjacent to access peer support, share their experiences, and connect and gain insights from others. First Monday […]
Eshel Brooklyn Women’s LBTQ+ Meetup
Women's New York Area Meetup on Zoom What: Meet other individuals who identify as female and who are exploring their Orthodox LGBTQ+ identities. When: Meeting Weekly: Every Tuesday from 8:30 […]
Parents Drop-In Support Group
Drop-in every Wednesday to shmooze, chat, ask questions, and hear topics of interest! For notifications and sign-in information, please fill out the form below. (You only need to register for this […]
NYC Comedy Outing
Event Sold out - Congrats Raye Schiller! Come grab a drink with some Eshel friends and enjoy a night of comedy from our very own Raye Schiller! Sign up below […]
Sibling Support Group
WHAT: A group for Orthodox Jews with lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer siblings seeking community and peer support.We will discuss family dynamics, supporting parents and siblings, navigating the Orthodox […]
Closeted Men’s Support Group
Connect with other closeted Orthodox men in a welcoming, supportive, and confidential peer support group. This group offers a warm and empathetic environment where you can share your thoughts, feelings, […]
Israel Parent Meetup
Wednesday, November 15 7:30 pm Israel Time Join Eshel’s local chapter in Israel for parents of LGBTQ+ children. This group will provide support and build community in an intimate, confidential […]
Navigating Challenging Times for Queer Jewish Students on College Campuses
Jewish students at universities across the US are experiencing the worst outbreak of antisemitism and anti-Zionism in recent memory. Hate speech and threats of violence are sharply on the rise […]
Orthodox+* People of Trans Experience Support Group
Welcome to Eshel's Meetup! What: This virtual support group will be a space for people who identify as transgender, non-binary, and gender questioning. All shades of Orthodox including Chareidi, Modern […]
The Holy Closet – LA film screening & panel discussion
What does the wedding ceremony of two religious Jewish gay men look like? Or a family of two mothers and four children? Or the pregnancy of a religious trans man? […]
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South Florida LGBTQ+ & Parents Meetup
What: Meet other LGBTQ+ individuals in the area of Miami, Florida! Family members and relatives of LGBTQ+ folks are also welcome to join! Our coordinators speak Spanish and French. When: […]
Eshel Brooklyn Women’s LBTQ+ Meetup
Women's New York Area Meetup on Zoom What: Meet other individuals who identify as female and who are exploring their Orthodox LGBTQ+ identities. When: Meeting Weekly: Every Tuesday from 8:30 […]
Israel Parent Meetup
Join Eshel’s local chapter in Israel for parents of LGBTQ+ children. This group will provide support and build community in an intimate, confidential setting in English. This group meets in […]
Parents of Trans & Gender Nonconforming Children Support Group
What: This group is for traditional Jewish parents who may be struggling with their child’s gender identity and/or wish to connect with other parents like themselves. When: Fourth Monday of […]
Eshel Baltimore/DC Parents & LGBTQ+ Joint Meetup
Get together with our Baltimore/DC Eshel family. Join us in this intimate, confidential setting to meet others, like yourself, in the extended Eshel network. WHAT: A private gathering for LGBTQ+ […]
Chanukah Candle Lighting Meet and Greet
JCC in Manhattan 334 Amsterdam Ave. at 76th St., New York, NYMeet us at 5 pm for a community candle lighting and meet and greet. Drop in and enjoy some Hanukkah treats 🍩 and meet some new friends. No need to […]
Closeted Men’s Support Group
Connect with other closeted Orthodox men in a welcoming, supportive, and confidential peer support group. This group offers a warm and empathetic environment where you can share your thoughts, feelings, […]
Israel Parent Meetup
Join Eshel’s local chapter in Israel for parents of LGBTQ+ children. This group will provide support and build community in an intimate, confidential setting in English. This group meets in […]
Closeted in Crown Heights
In our community, there are many women who feel vulnerable and that they have much to lose if they come out: a job, housing, children, or family. This group is […]
LGBTQ+ Support Group
A confidential space for LGBTQ+ adults who are Orthodox, formerly Orthodox, or Orthodox-adjacent to access peer support, share their experiences, and connect and gain insights from others. Second Monday […]
Israel Parent Meetup with Sunnie Epstein
Join Eshel's Israel chapter for Orthodox parents of LGBTQ+ children! We're excited to welcome Dr. Sunnie Sterling Epstein to join our group and facilitate a discussion on how we can […]
Eshel National Retreat 2024
Friday January 12 - Sunday January 14 Isabella Freedman Falls Village, CT Top Hats, Tichels, and Tiaras: The Many Hats We Wear Join us in celebrating the beauty and diversity […]
Closeted Men’s Support Group
Connect with other closeted Orthodox men in a welcoming, supportive, and confidential peer support group. This group offers a warm and empathetic environment where you can share your thoughts, feelings, […]