Elana Sztokman
We can birth life instead of birthing violence.
Rockets, Bombs and Babies: Wartime in the Maternity Ward
Author: Elana Sztokman
Dr. Elana Maryles Sztokman is a gender writer, educator and consultant. Her book, The Men’s Section: Orthodox Jewish Men in an Egalitarian World, was published by the Hadassah Brandeis Institute, UPNE, in 2011.
Amy Coney Barrett and the Women Who Uphold the Patriarchy
Elana Sztokman
Despite her own myriad accomplishments, she is a vehicle for sending women backwards.
Why We Started a New Women’s Political Party in Israel
Elana Sztokman
Studies show that women’s inclusion in decision-making is necessary for lasting peace.
Why Are Women Dropping Out of Synagogue Life?
Elana Sztokman
Many women are alienated from synagogues because of misogyny. Statements from these women uncover hard truths and possible solutions.
Stop Asking “Why Are You Still Orthodox?”
Elana Sztokman
Even though I am not Orthodox anymore and haven’t been for a while, I will continue to defend to the ends of the earth women’s decisions to stay.
Jewish Women in India Have a Powerful New Role Model
Elana Sztokman
Sharona is on a mission to change this, and to revive Jewish life here.
God’s Girlfriends: A Review
Elana Sztokman
Elana Sztokman analyzes this play exploring the relationships between female characters in the Bible.
Does Judaism Generate Eating Disorders?
Elana Sztokman
The trauma of food triggered by Yom Kippur reflects a deeper problem in Jewish culture when it comes to food. The overemphasis on food in excess in Jewish life—so often served by women—combined with family surroundings in which body commentary is the norm, can launch different painful relationships with food and body.
Choosing Not to Fast: Eating Disorders and Yom Kippur
Elana Sztokman
That’s when I realized, I can’t fast. I can’t be healing from an eating disorder and fast as a Jew.
Passover: Freedom for Women NOW—Not 3000 Years Ago
Elana Sztokman
“Passover is really the height of gender irony in Judaism.”