The Hero Within
Wednesday, October 7, 2026 · 5:30 PM EDT · Kaplen JCC on the Palisades · Tenafly, NJ
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Switch to HebrewSwitch to English The Hero Within What does courage look like when it’s your turn to show it? Project Heroes, also known as the “Jewish Heroism Experience for Humanity”, seeks to shift the narrative of the Jewish people from one of victimhood to one of heroism. It aims to redefine the principles and values of Jewish heroism, which have been uniquely shaped over time. Join Israeli singer-songwriter, musician, and Project Heroes visionary Gilad Segev for The Hero Within, an interactive experience created to help teens explore courage, resilience, Jewish identity, and what it means to stand up for who you are. Launched with the October 7th Heroes Commemoration program, the Heroes Project has quickly made a significant impact. This event highlights Jewish heroes of all time, from the biblical eras to recent times, showcasing the greatest heroism stories and its modern reflections. Jewish heroism is a special kind of heroism, with unique characters that reappeared along time. It has persisted throughout history, from the times of Abraham and Moses to the present day, exemplified by figures like King David, the Maccabees. Unlike the cinematic action heroes that blast blindly with machine guns their enemies, The Jewish heroism is rooted in a commitment to freedom, equality, peace, and morality, Jewish heroism refrains from conquering others and fosters harmony. This form of heroism extends beyond survival, contributing significantly to humanity’s future survival. FREE and open to teens in the community. Registration required. Limited seating. Wednesday, October 7 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM About Project HEROES Project HEROES is a nonprofit initiative working to shift the Jewish narrative from victimhood to heroism. Through educational and artistic programs, Project HEROES seeks to strengthen Jewish pride, inspire resilience, and empower a new generation to stand confidently in the face of rising antisemitism. Its long-term vision is bold yet simple: to…
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