Oren Jacobson
The Progressive Movement, Israel and Antisemitism: Exploring What’s Happening and Why
Summary
Shine A Light is a purpose-driven convening platform for organizations, companies, institutions, and individuals to unite in shining a light on antisemitism in all its modern forms. Oren Jacobson and Carly Maisel discuss the creation of the program as well as its current and past endeavors.
Oren Jacobson
Oren Jacobson is a civic entrepreneur, thought leader, and policy advisor focused on helping communities and organizations build the strength and capacity necessary to address systemic challenges. His civic advocacy spans local to international engagement, and he has advised global Jewish institutions and supported global corporations as a subject matter expert on antisemitism. In professional and personal practice, deep pride in his Jewish identity instils in Oren a sense of duty to disrupt the unjust imbalances of our world. Oren cofounded Project Shema, which helps Jewish students, leaders, and organizations navigate the difficult conversations surrounding Israel and antisemitism in social justice spaces and provides social justice-cantered antisemitism education to public and private institutions. Oren holds a master’s in international relations from the University of Chicago, a master’s in economics and policy analysis from DePaul University, and an MBA from Regis University.
Carly Maisel
Carly Maisel is the global CEO of Kirsh Philanthropies.