Women's LBTQ+ Support Group
2025-11-18 20:30 - 21:45 (America/New_York)
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 THURSDAY (Previously Tuesday) from 8:30 pm – 9:45 pm
Where: For notifications and sign-in information, register below. (You only need to register for this group one time.)

Parents Drop-In Support Group
2025-11-19 12:00 - 13:00
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 group one time.)

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Orthodox+* People of Trans Experience Support Group
2025-11-20 21:00 - 22:30
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 Orthodox, Ex-Orthodox, are welcome to come and share in a safe and confidential virtual group.
When: Meetings will be held on the third Thursday of every month at 9 pm EST – 6 pm PST.
Where: For notifications and sign-in information, please register below. (You only need to register for this group one time.)
This group is confidential: all attendees are required to adhere to the privacy of its members.
About the Group Coordinator
This Eshel Meetup is led by Joshua Avishur, a transgender Orthodox Jew who enjoys connecting with people and embracing the beauty in all individuals. Joshua is a Masters-in-Social-Work student with experience in mentoring LGBTQ+ folk and developing and leading therapy groups for children and individual counseling with at-risk youth. Joshua is also a transgender panel moderator and panelist.

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Parents of Trans & Gender Nonconforming Children Support Group
2025-11-24 21:00 - 22:00
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 each month, 9:00 PM EST – 8:00 PM CST – 6:00 PM PST
Where: For notifications and sign-in information, please register below. (You only need to register for this group one time.)
Questions? Email info@eshelonline.org

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Self Portrait Workshop with Artist Tobi Kahn
2025-12-01 18:30 - 20:30
Join Eshel for a night of self-reflection and artistic expression, with a self-portrait workshop led by respected artist Tobi Kahn. For those of us balancing LGBTQ+ and Jewish identity, the endeavor of self-perception can be equal parts daunting, confusing, and exciting. So too, self-presentation is often a process that requires deep introspection and experimentation. Through presence, we can approach our identities in new and creative ways. At this event, we will explore literal and abstract expressions of the self in what is sure to be a meaningful and fun night. Light refreshments will be served after the workshop.
Please note: This event is 21+ and for LGBTQ+ members of our community.
About the ArtistTobi Kahn is a painter and sculptor whose art has been shown in over 70 solo museumexhibitions. He is currently working a solo survey exhibition that will open in the Fall of 2026 atthe Boca Raton Museum of Art in Florida. Works by Kahn are in major museum collections,including the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, NYC; the Houston Museum of Fine Arts, TX;The Phillips Collection, DC; Albright-Knox Art Gallery, Buffalo, NY; Minneapolis Institute ofArt, MN; Yale University Art Gallery, CT; and The Jewish Museum, NYC. His travelingmuseum exhibitions include Tobi Kahn: Metamorphoses; Avoda: Objects of the Spirit;Microcosmos; Tobi Kahn: Sky & Water; and Tobi Kahn: Sacred Spaces for the 21st Century.Kahn’s commissioned installations include “Shalev,” an outdoor sculpture, New Harmony, IN;“Emet,” a meditative space for the HealthCare Chaplaincy, NYC; two Holocaust memorialgardens, La Jolla, CA, and Tenafly, NJ; the sanctuary ark doors, murals, and ceremonial objectsfor Congregation Emanu-El B’ne Jeshurun, Milwaukee, WI; “M’AHL,” a floor installation in theexhibition Rendering the Unthinkable, 9/11 Memorial Museum, NYC; a meditative space forAuburn Theological Seminary, NYC; and an installation of paintings and outdoor sculpture forthe campuses of Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA.Kahn also communicates his vision through his passion for teaching. For over 40 years, he hastaught fine arts at the School of Visual Arts, NYC. Kahn lectures extensively at universities andpublic forums internationally on the importance of visual language and on art as healing.

Straight Spouses of LGBTQ+ Partners Support Group
2025-12-01 19:00 - 20:00
Straight Spouses of LGBTQ+ Partners Support Group
Has your spouse come out to you? This support group is for anyone in the Orthodox community whose husband or wife has come out as gay, lesbian, or transgender, whether you are married, separated, or divorced. This group is a confidential and supportive space to process difficult emotions, connect with others in similar situations, navigate co-parenting under these new circumstances, and learn how to move forward with resilience.
When: First Monday each month, 7:00 pm ET / 6:00 pm CT / 4:00 pm PT
Where: Zoom – register to receive the link

Parents Drop-In Support Group
2025-12-01 20:00 - 21:00
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 out the form below. (You only need to register for this group one time.)

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LGBTQ+ Support Group
2025-12-01 20:00 - 21:00
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 of the month
8:00 pm ET, 7:00 pm CT, 6:00 pm MT, 5:00 pm PT
Register below for Zoom link and to receive notifications each month.

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LGBTQ+ Support Group
2025-12-08 20:00 - 21:00
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 of the month
8:00 pm ET, 7:00 pm CT, 6:00 pm MT, 5:00 pm PT
Register below for Zoom link and to receive notifications each month.

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South Florida LGBTQ+ & Parents Meetup
2025-12-15 20:00 - 21:30
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: The third Monday of each month from 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm.
Where: For notifications and sign-in information, please register below. (You only need to register for this group one time.)
For more information or questions, please contact us at southflorida@eshelonline.org.

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Israel Parent Meetup
2025-12-18 12:00 - 13:00
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 person most months, with a Zoom meeting once per quarter.
Register below for monthly reminders, links, and location details.

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New York City Meetup
2026-01-05 19:30 - 21:00
Join Eshel for a New York City meetup every month! Connect in person with other Orthodox LGBTQ+ people, make new friends, and try something new. Check back for specific details and to RSVP for upcoming events.
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New York City Meetup
2026-01-05 19:30 - 21:00
May 13, 2024: Queer Chassidic Wisdom: A Journey with Yael Gedelzman
Join us for a unique and enriching experience—a Queer Chassidic Shiur led by Yael Gadelzman! Delve into the teachings of Chassidic tradition through a queer lens in this engaging session. Explore the intersection of queer identity and Chassidic philosophy with Yael’s insightful guidance. Plus, participate in an interactive activity designed to deepen your understanding and connection to the material. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, grow, and connect within our diverse queer community.
Join Eshel for a New York City meetup every month! Connect in person with other Orthodox LGBTQ+ people, make new friends, and try something new. Check back for specific details and to RSVP for upcoming events.
Sign up below to get email updates about our future events!

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Eshel Baltimore/DC Parents & LGBTQ+ Joint Meetup
2026-01-07 19:00 - 21:00
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+ individuals who are Orthodox, Ortho-curious or formerly Orthodox and for traditional Jewish parents of LGBTQ+ people who may be struggling with their child’s sexual orientation or gender identity and/or wish to connect with other parents like themselves.
WHEN: Meetings are usually held on the first Wednesday of every month, 7:00-9:00 pm.
Where: For notifications and sign-in information, please register below, if you haven’t already. (You only need to register for this group one time.)

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Israel Parent Shabbaton
2026-01-29 - 2026-01-31
Enjoy an inspiring and restorative Shabbat with Eshel Israel!
Spend Shabbat Shira with other religious parents of LGBTQ+ children. We’ll enjoy a relaxing Shabbat together, connect, give each other chizzuk, and dive deep into the challenges and joys of parenting LGBTQ+ children.
This Shabbat is an opportunity for us to slow down, take a break from our busy lives, and connect with a community of parents who share our experiences.
Date: January 29 – 31Location: Kibbutz Lavi
Weekend Highlights Include:

Spirited Shabbat davening
Thought-provoking sessions led by fellow parents and experts
Beautiful and relaxing natural environment
Delicious meals
Warm, welcoming community of parents

Register below! Payment is required via Paypal after submitting the form. Registration is not considered complete until payment is received.
Housing Options:

Eden: Modern rooms, most of which overlook the magical Galilean landscape.Double Occupancy: 2500 NIS per coupleSingle Occupancy: 2100 NIS per person

Hod: Welcoming and warm design, with a balcony overlooking the spectacular view of the Galilee and Golan mountains.Double occupancy: 3000 NIS per coupleSingle occupancy: 2400 NIS per person

Closeted Men's Support Group
2026-04-14 20:00 - 21:00
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, and experiences with other LGBTQ+ frum, Jewish men. This is a nonjudgmental space to explore your questions and concerns wherever you are on your journey. We welcome those from all backgrounds, whether you’re Chassidic, Haredi, Yeshivish, modern Orthodox, or not sure where you fit.
Second Tuesday of the month
8:00 pm ET / 7:00 pm CT / 6:00 pm MT / 5:00 pm PT

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Eshel Brooklyn Women's LBTQ+ Meetup
2026-09-15 20:30 - 21:45
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 pm – 9:45 pm
Where: For notifications and sign-in information, register below. (You only need to register for this group one time.)

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Closeted Women's Support Group
2026-09-16 20:00 - 21:30
Third Wednesday Monthly
8:00 pm ET / 7:00 pm CT / 5:00 pm PT
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 here to provide mutual support and unconditional love no matter where your journey is leading you. This support group is a non-judgmental space – there is no pressure to change your situation unless you want to.
This group might be for you if you:

Are a woman in the closet
Are married or divorced
Have children
Are afraid of what you might lose if you come out

This is a confidential group. Respect for each others’ desire to remain confidential or anonymous is of the utmost importance.

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Women's LBTQ+ Support Group
2027-09-16 20:30 - 21:45
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 THURSDAY (Previously Tuesday) from 8:30 pm – 9:45 pm
Where: For notifications and sign-in information, register below. (You only need to register for this group one time.)

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