Program Toolkits for Units
The Program Department at Hadassah has many resources and assets available to make it easier for you to create engaging, educational local programming. The Program toolkits here each collect these assets about a specific topic of interest. Take what you need and use your own creativity and inspiration to create memorable programs that will appeal to your members.
Add a speaker to any program you plan. For information on how to find and book a speaker, visit the Speakers' Bureau webpage: click here. For guidance and resources to help you promote an event, click here. If you are looking for ways to incorporate advocacy initiatives into your event, click here. It’s always important to incorporate fundraising into your programs. For guidance on encouraging Annual Giving, click here. When planning programs, make sure to fill out all forms required by your Region.
Women’s Health Empowerment Toolkit back to top
Advancing women’s health and well-being through education, advocacy, and research all year long is a cornerstone of Hadassah’s mission. Use this Women’s Health Empowerment Toolkit along with our collections of Breast Cancer Awareness Toolkit and Heart Health Toolkit Resources as suggested or change them up according to your unit’s character, needs, and goals. For more support, please contact your Geo Area staff.
RESOURCE: Women's Health Program Resources
Click for Women's Health resources
08-30-2023
RESOURCE: Program Idea #1
Click for Women's Health Empowerment curriculum #1
08-30-2023
RESOURCE: Program Idea #2
Click for Women's Health Empowerment curriculum #2
08-30-2023
Women's Health Equity in Israel with Dr. Donna Zwas
An interview with Hadassah Cardiologist Dr. Donna Zwas about issues related to gender equity in medicine in Israel.
08-24-2023
Women, Heart Health, and Empowering Themselves at the Doctor's Office
A conversation with Dr. Diana Flescher on advocating for yourself at the doctor's office
08-24-2023
A Nurses View on Caring for Self and Others with Dr. Caroline Dorsen
A discussion with Dr. Caroline Dorsen on the important role of nursing in Women’s Healthcare.
08-24-2023
How to Talk to Your Doctor with Dr. Danielle Ofri
An interview with Dr. Danielle Ofri on how to research for yourself and ask questions before seeing your doctor
08-24-2023
2023 Hadassah Issue Guide
08-24-2023
Hadassah For Choice Guide
08-24-2023
Magazine Discussion Toolkit back to top
Engage your unit with this dynamic programming provided by Hadassah Magazine for their Hadassah Magazine Discussion online series. Go beyond the popular stories from Hadassah Magazine with these videos featuring Executive Editor Lisa Hostein in compelling conversations with the many fascinating personalities behind the news. Use Customizable invitations to gather chapter members to watch and/or discuss the topic using provided discussion questions. Create a tie-in with one of Hadassah’s initiatives such as Israel and Zionist Education or Advocacy. Click to read "How to Use This Toolkit.
DISCUSSION GUIDE: ANITA DIAMANT: FROM THE RED TENT TO MENSTRUAL ACTIVISM
Discussion questions to consider for your chapter.
12-09-2022
INVITATION TEMPLATE: ANITA DIAMANT: FROM THE RED TENT TO MENSTRUAL ACTIVISM
A customizable flyer with an image and description to promote this magazine discussion.
12-09-2022
VIDEO: ANITA DIAMANT: FROM THE RED TENT TO MENSTRUAL ACTIVISM
Hadassah Magazine Executive Editor, Lisa Hostein, in conversation with author, Anita Diamante.
12-09-2022
DISCUSSION GUIDE: ANTISEMITISM ON CAMPUS: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Discussion questions to consider for your chapter.
12-09-2022
INVITATION TEMPLATE: ANTISEMITISM ON CAMPUS: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
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12-09-2022
VIDEO: ANTISEMITISM ON CAMPUS: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Hadassah Magazine Executive Editor, Lisa Hostein, moderates a panel on the rise of antisemitism.
12-09-2022
DISCUSSION GUIDE: 50 YEARS OF FEMALE RABBIS
Discussion questions to consider for your chapter.
12-09-2022
INVITATION TEMPLATE: 50 YEARS OF FEMALE RABBIS
A customizable flyer with an image and description to promote this magazine discussion.
12-09-2022
VIDEO: 50 YEARS OF FEMALE RABBIS
Lisa Hostein, Executive Editor at Hadassah Magazine in conversation with the first female Rabbis ordained in the Jewish world.
12-09-2022
DISCUSSION GUIDE: HOW GENEALOGY BECAME THE GREAT JEWISH PASTIME
Discussion questions to consider for your chapter.
12-09-2022
INVITATION TEMPLATE: HOW GENEALOGY BECAME THE GREAT JEWISH PASTIME
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12-09-2022
VIDEO: HOW GENEALOGY BECAME THE GREAT JEWISH PASTIME
Hadassah Magazine Executive Editor, Lisa Hostein, has a rich discussion with three panelists.
12-09-2022
DISCUSSION GUIDE: TOVAH FELDSHUH
Discussion questions to consider for your chapter.
12-09-2022
INVITATION TEMPLATE: TOVAH FELDSHUH
A customizable flyer with an image and description for you to promote this magazine discussion.
12-09-2022
VIDEO: TOVAH FELDSHUH
Lively conversation between Tovah Feldshuh and Hadassah Magazine Editor Lisa Hostein
12-09-2022
One Book, One Hadassah Toolkit back to top
Many chapters have regular book groups and clubs. Here is an excellent way to engage those groups with programming and assets provided by Hadassah Magazine for their One Book, One Hadassah online series. Use a pre-recorded author interview with a well-known author from the series and its accompanying discussion guide as featured below and follow it with an in-person book group discussion. Create a tie-in with one of Hadassah’s initiatives such as Israel and Zionist Education. Click to read "How to Use This Toolkit.
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Our guide to helpful tips and strategies to present engaging book clubs and events.
DISCUSSION GUIDE: KANTIKA
Discussion questions for KANTIKA
08-15-2023
INVITATION TEMPLATE: KANTIKA
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08-15-2023
AUTHOR INTERVIEW: KANTIKA
Elizabeth Graver, author of Kantika, with Hadassah Magazine Editor Lisa Hostein.
08-15-2023
DISCUSSION GUIDE: THE LATECOMER
Discussion questions for The Latecomer
06-13-2023
INVITATION TEMPLATE: THE LATECOMER
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06-13-2023
AUTHOR INTERVIEW: THE LATECOMER
Jean Hanff Korelitz, author of The Latecomer, with Hadassah Magazine Editor Lisa Hostein.
06-13-2023
DISCUSSION GUIDE: CODE NAME SAPPHIRE
Discussion questions for Code Name Sapphire
06-13-2023
INVITATION TEMPLATE: CODE NAME SAPPHIRE
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06-13-2023
AUTHOR INTERVIEW: CODE NAME SAPPHIRE
Pam Jenoff, author of Code Name Sapphire, with Hadassah Magazine Editor Lisa Hostein.
06-13-2023
DISCUSSION GUIDE: SHANDA: A MEMOIR OF SHAME AND SECRECY
Discussion questions for Shanda: A Memoir of Shame and Secrecy
01-17-2023
INVITATION TEMPLATE: SHANDA: A MEMOIR OF SHAME AND SECRECY
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01-17-2023
AUTHOR INTERVIEW: SHANDA: A MEMOIR OF SHAME AND SECRECY
Letty Cottin Pogrebin, author of Shanda: A Memoir of Shame and Secrecy, with Hadassah Magazine Editor Lisa Hostein.
01-17-2023
DISCUSSION GUIDE: FLORENCE ADLER SWIMS FOREVER
Discussion questions for National Book Award winner Florence Adler Swims Forever.
10-12-2022
INVITATION TEMPLATE: FLORENCE ADLER SWIMS FOREVER
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10-12-2022
AUTHOR INTERVIEW: FLORENCE ADLER SWIMS FOREVER
Rachel Beanland, author of Florence Adler Swims Forever, with Hadassah Magazine Editor Lisa Hostein.
10-12-2022
DISCUSSION GUIDE: BIG SUMMER
Discussion questions for Big Summer
11-21-2022
INVITATION TEMPLATE: BIG SUMMER
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11-21-2022
AUTHOR INTERVIEW: BIG SUMMER
Jennifer Weiner, author of Big Summer, with Hadassah Magazine Editor Lisa Hostein.
11-21-2022
DISCUSSION GUIDE: LAST SUMMER AT THE GOLDEN HOTEL
Discussion questions for Last Summer at The Golden Hotel
11-21-2022
INVITATION TEMPLATE: LAST SUMMER AT THE GOLDEN HOTEL
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11-21-2022
AUTHOR INTERVIEW: LAST SUMMER AT THE GOLDEN HOTEL
Elyssa Friedland, author of Last Summer at the Golden Hotel, with Hadassah Magazine Editor Lisa Hostein.
11-21-2022
DISCUSSION GUIDE: THE RABBI WHO PRAYED WITH FIRE
Discussion questions for The Rabbi Who Prayed with Fire
11-21-2022
INVITATION TEMPLATE: THE RABBI WHO PRAYED WITH FIRE
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11-21-2022
AUTHOR INTERVIEW: THE RABBI WHO PRAYED WITH FIRE
Rachel Sharona Lewis, author of The Rabbi Who Prayed with Fire, with Hadassah Magazine Editor Lisa Hostein.
11-21-2022
DISCUSSION GUIDE: WOMAN ON FIRE
Discussion questions for Woman on Fire
11-21-2022
INVITATION TEMPLATE: WOMAN ON FIRE
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11-21-2022
AUTHOR INTERVIEW: WOMAN ON FIRE
Lisa Barr, author of Woman on Fire, with Hadassah Magazine Editor Lisa Hostein.
11-21-2022
DISCUSSION GUIDE: ATOMIC ANNA
Discussion questions for Atomic Anna
11-21-2022
INVITATION TEMPLATE: ATOMIC ANNA
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11-21-2022
AUTHOR INTERVIEW: ATOMIC ANNA
Rachel Barrenbaum, author of Atomic Anna, with Hadassah Magazine Editor Lisa Hostein.
11-21-2022
DISCUSSION GUIDE: OTHER PEOPLE’S PETS
Discussion questions for Other People’s Pets
11-21-2022
INVITATION TEMPLATE: OTHER PEOPLE’S PETS
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11-21-2022
AUTHOR INTERVIEW: OTHER PEOPLE’S PETS
R.L. Maizes, author of Other People’s Pets, with Hadassah Magazine Editor Lisa Hostein.
11-21-2022
DISCUSSION GUIDE: THE BOOK OF LOST NAMES
Discussion questions for The Book of Lost Names
10-12-2022
INVITATION TEMPLATE: THE BOOK OF LOST NAMES
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10-12-2022
AUTHOR INTERVIEW: THE BOOK OF LOST NAMES
Kristin Harmel, author of The Book of Lost Names, with Hadassah Magazine Editor Lisa Hostein.
10-12-2022
DISCUSSION GUIDE: THE VIXEN
Discussion questions for The Vixen.
10-12-2022
INVITATION TEMPLATE: THE VIXEN
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10-12-2022
AUTHOR INTERVIEW: THE VIXEN
Francine Prose, author of The Vixen, with Hadassah Magazine Editor Lisa Hostein.
10-12-2022
DISCUSSION GUIDE: THE LIGHT OF DAYS
Discussion questions for The Light of Days.
10-12-2022
INVITATION TEMPLATE: THE LIGHT OF DAYS
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10-12-2022
AUTHOR INTERVIEW: THE LIGHT OF DAYS
Judy Batalion, author of The Light of Days, with Hadassah Magazine Editor Lisa Hostein.
10-12-2022
DISCUSSION GUIDE: THE YELLOW BIRD SINGS
Discussion questions for The Yellow Bird Sings.
10-12-2022
INVITATION TEMPLATE: THE YELLOW BIRD SINGS
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10-12-2022
AUTHOR INTERVIEW: THE YELLOW BIRD SINGS
Jennifer Rosner, author of The Yellow Bird Sings, with Hadassah Magazine Editor Lisa Hostein.
10-12-2022
DISCUSSION GUIDE: THE BOOK OF V.
Discussion questions for The Book of V.
10-12-2022
INVITATION TEMPLATE: THE BOOK OF V.
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10-12-2022
AUTHOR INTERVIEW: THE BOOK OF V.
Anna Solomon, author of The Book of V., with Hadassah Magazine Editor Lisa Hostein.
10-12-2022
DISCUSSION GUIDE: MARJORIE MORNINGSTAR
Discussion questions for Marjorie Morningstar and Other Essential Reads for Jewish Women.
10-12-2022
INVITATION TEMPLATE: MARJORIE MORNINGSTAR
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10-12-2022
AUTHOR INTERVIEW: MARJORIE MORNINGSTAR
A panel of authors discuss Essential Reads for Jewish Women with Hadassah Magazine Editor Lisa Hostein.
10-12-2022
Breast Cancer Awareness Toolkit back to top
Hadassah is deeply committed to breast cancer education and raising funds for Hadassah Medical Organization's breast cancer treatment and research. If you're looking to host an engaging program in your unit please select from the informative resources below. Use your own creativity to create a program about breast cancer awareness that appeals to your members' interests. Click to read "How to Use This Toolkit"
Talking Points Breast Cancer 2023
10-03-2023
Breast Cancer Awareness Resources
10-02-2023
Breast Cancer Handout 2023
09-29-2023
Social Media Graphic - Womans Risk Doubles (Choose 1 of 3 Below)
Facebook
Instagram
Twitter
10-04-2021
Social Media Graphic - 10x Greater Frequency (Choose 1 of 3 Below)
Facebook
Instagram
Twitter
10-04-2021
VIDEO: Awareness, Research and Treatment
The A. R. T. of Empowering Health webinar with doctors, nurses, patients, and HMO presented by Hadassah Greater Atlanta
03-17-2022
VIDEO: HMO Research
A breast cancer research update from Dr. Shani Paluch-Shimon
Director, Breast Oncology Sharett Institute, HMO
03-17-2022
AUDIO: HMO Research
UPDATED interview with HMO researcher and physicians from Hadassah On Call.
(2021)Length 44:57
LISTEN AND SHARE
10-31-2021
VIDEO: Survivor Journey #3
Young women with metastasized breast cancer, miraculously cured at HMO.
(2021) Length: 5:09
WATCH AND SHARE
08-31-2021
VIDEO: HMO Research
Science-rich update. Hadassah National President Rhoda Smolow with many Hadassah researchers and physicians.
(2020) Length: 38:54
WATCH AND SHARE
08-31-2021
VIDEO: Survivor Journey #2
On the 10-year anniversary of her diagnosis, HMO patient is empowering women.
(2020) Length: 2:13
WATCH AND SHARE
08-31-2021
VIDEO: Survivor Journey #1
Story of hope and healing since diagnosis at 27 and treatment at HMO.
(2017) Length: 5:24
WATCH AND SHARE
08-31-2021
VIDEO: Breast Cancer Screening
Clear tips and info from Dr. Tamar Sella, Director, Breast Imaging at HMO’s Marlene Greenebaum Diagnostic Breast Center
(2020) Length 44:00
WATCH AND SHARE
08-31-2021
Heart Health Toolkit back to top
Hadassah is deeply committed to heart health and raising funds for Hadassah Medical Organization's treatment and research. If you're looking to host an engaging program in your unit please select from the informative resources below. Use your own creativity to create a program about Heart Health that appeals to your members' interests. Click to read "How to Use This Toolkit."
VIDEO: Keys to Resilience
Tips from Dr. Shiri Ben-David, Chief Psychologist, HMO
10-24-2023
VIDEO: How to Stay Motivated
Tips from health psychologist, Dr. Elisheva Leiter
10-24-2023
RESOURCE: PROGRAM IDEA Hadassah ❤️ YOU
Click for program idea.
06-26-2023
How to Use This Toolkit
Click to read "How to Use This Toolkit."
03-21-2023
AUDIO: HMO Research
Hear from Dr. David Planer about new and innovative heart treatments.
(2023) Length: 24:34
03-21-2023
GRAPHIC: Hadassah ❤️ YOU
03-13-2023
VIDEO: Star of David Meditation
De-Stress tips with Lisa Bondy
03-07-2023
VIDEO: Breath Awareness
De-Stress tips with Lisa Bondy
03-07-2023
VIDEO: Four-Count Breath
De-Stress tips with Lisa Bondy
03-07-2023
VIDEO: Progressive Relaxation with Sleep
De-Stress and Sleep tips with Lisa Bondy
03-07-2023
HADASSAH ❤️ YOU HEALTHY HABITS JOURNAL
03-03-2023
VIDEO: Building Israeli Salad
Israeli-inspired cooking video
02-09-2023
VIDEO: "Israeli Fruits" and Farro Salad
Israeli-inspired cooking video
02-09-2023
Sleep Well Handout
Sleep Tips
02-01-2023
VIDEO: Roasted Vegetable and Chickpea Salad
Israeli-inspired cooking video
01-27-2023
VIDEO: Patient Story - Young Girls Journey
Noia, a young Hadassah cardiac patient talks about her heart-warming experience.
01-23-2023
VIDEO: Patient Story - Marcels' Road to Recovery
Marcel's massive heart attack led to drastic lifestyle changes and a commitment to warn others.
01-23-2023
AUDIO: HMO Research
Hear from Dr. Joel Reiter Can't Sleep? Here's What’s Keeping Us Awake
(2020) Length: 48:51
01-18-2023
VIDEO: Funky Colabs
Cardio Dance Fitness with Luisa Narins
01-05-2023
VIDEO: Retro Beats
Cardio Dance Fitness with Luisa Narins
01-05-2023
VIDEO: Israeli Beats
Cardio Dance Fitness with Luisa Narins
01-05-2023
VIDEO: Chametz-Free Funk
Cardio Dance Fitness with Luisa Narins
01-05-2023
VIDEO: Pop-Tunes
Cardio Dance Fitness with Luisa Narins
01-05-2023
VIDEO: Straight From The Heart
Cardio Dance Fitness with Luisa Narins
01-05-2023
VIDEO: Afro Pop Party
Cardio Dance Fitness with Luisa Narins
01-05-2023
VIDEO: Heart Meditation for Women Who Do
01-09-2023
VIDEO: How to Stay Motivated
Tips from health psychologist, Dr. Elisheva Leiter
01-06-2023
TALKING POINTS: 2023
What's new in Cardiology and Heart Health from HMO
01-09-2023
VIDEO: Patient Story #3
When it's not indigestion.
01-06-2023
VIDEO: Member Strategies
Hadassah members share ways they improve heart health.
Length: 4:16
WATCH AND SHARE
12-29-2022
VIDEO: Member Stories
Hadassah members share how heart disease has affected their lives.
Length: 5:16
WATCH AND SHARE
03-03-2022
Social Media Graphic #3 - Warning Signs
02-28-2022
Social Media Graphic #2 - Multi Stat
02-28-2022
Social Media Graphic #1 - 80% Preventable
02-28-2022
Heart Health Handout
02-28-2022
AUDIO: HMO Research
Hear from Dr. Offer Amir on heart Health Breakthroughs, Risks and Warning Signs (2020)
Length: 40:26
LISTEN AND SHARE
02-17-2022
VIDEO: Women's Research and Action
Hadassah's Dr. Zfat-Zwas on COVID-19's effects on women women’s heart health. (2020)
Length: 1:00:10
WATCH AND SHARE
02-17-2022
VIDEO: HMO Research
Directors of Hadassah's Milstein Heart Center on how technology is diminishing heart disease. (2021)
Length: 44:10
WATCH AND SHARE
02-17-2022
Program Planning Resources & Training back to top
In addition to the topic-specific program toolkits posted on myHadassah, here are some general resources filled with smart tips and techniques for planning successful programs. As always, reach out to program@hadassah.org for help.
VIDEO: Book Club Chair Fall 2023 Meeting
10-15-2023
Hadassah Together: Plan For 2024
09-08-2023
VIDEO: Book Club Chair National Kickoff!
07-03-2023
VIDEO: Program Power Training: Health and Wellness Clubs, Community, and Events March 2023
03-21-2023
Tip Sheet for Book Clubs and Programs
10-27-2022
Program Power Training Guide 2022
08-03-2022
Program Power Training June 2022: Incorporating Philanthropy and Advocacy Into Your Events
07-12-2022
Program Power Training Q&A
04-11-2022
Program Power Training March 2022
04-05-2022
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