In Episode 5 of the Chai There! Podcast hosts Addison Borhaven and David Sklar are joined by Ashley Kravetsky, a nurse, drag performer, and Jewish LGBTQ Advocate.

June is Pride Month, so it's the perfect time to sit down with Ashley, discuss finding community, being true to yourself and never backing down. Ashley's story is one of Jewish empowerment, it's important and educational. Currently Ashley is the Chair of the Jewish Federation of Edmonton's Pride Committee.

Ashely also speaks about offering support to Jewish people in the queer community, and helping them find their safe place in this world.

If you are in need of help in Edmonton or Calgary, Jewish Family Services is a great place to reach out to, and will be there for you

https://www.jfse.org/

https://www.jfsc.org/

What's coming up in your community?

On June 28 Calgary Jewish Federation is hosting “Bridges of Faith: Christian-Jewish Allyship in Our Modern Day” visit https://jewishcalgary.crowdchange.co/59590

On June 28 in the HOJMI parking lot, Calgary Jewish Federation, HOJMI, and the JCC are hosting their annual Kosher Stampede Breakfast, all are welcome to attend and enjoy pancakes, a bouncy castle, pony rides, and more!

In Edmonton the Heritage Festival is coming up Saturday August 1 – Monday August 3 at Hawrelak Park. Visit booths and pavilions from countless countries. The Israel Pavilion is still seeking volunteers for several positions. Visit jewishedmonton.org for more information

Save the date on Monday September 7 for the annual Walk with Israel in Calgary. Meet the organizations that make up Jewish Calgary, a children’s carnival, Rosh Hashanah Market, and more!

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