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Accessible Entry Points

By lowering barriers to participation through inclusive, incremental, and relatable forms of engagement, we foster sustained Jewish involvement, because people are more likely to deepen their connection when initial experiences are welcoming, non-intimidating, and personally relevant. This strategy emphasizes meeting individuals where they are—culturally, spiritually, educationally, and economically—and offering low-threshold pathways into Jewish life. It distinguishes itself from more doctrinal or intensive models by prioritizing accessibility over completeness, using tools like media, holiday events, sliding-scale pricing, and bite-sized learning to build comfort and curiosity before expecting commitment. Unlike strategies focused solely on text study or strict observance, it treats engagement as a journey that begins with joy, relevance, and belonging.

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who runs it

Organizations running this strategy · 16

what it looks like in practice

Activities of orgs running this strategy

A sample of programmatic activities from the orgs above — what the strategy looks like on the ground.

  • Audio and video Torah classes CHABAD LUBAVITCH TORAH EDUCATIONAL
    direct service
    Produces and distributes audio and video lectures from master teachers on Jewish topics including Kabbalah, Chassidism, Jewish mysticism, and general Torah teachings, available through Chabad.org.
  • Digital Jewish education and study programs CHABAD LUBAVITCH TORAH EDUCATIONAL
    direct service
    Offers structured daily study programs in core Jewish texts including the Chumash with Rashi, Mishneh Torah (Rambam), Sefer Hamitzvot, Psalms (Tehillim), and the Tanya, accessible online through Chabad.org. Programs include multi-year cycles such as 3 chapters per day of Rambam or daily study of Hayom Yom.
  • Global Chabad center directory and location service CHABAD LUBAVITCH TORAH EDUCATIONAL
    direct service
    Operates and maintains a worldwide directory of Chabad centers and synagogues to help individuals locate religious, educational, and community services. This service is part of the Chabad-Lubavitch Media Center under Lubavitch World Headquarters.
  • Jewish calendar and ritual time tools CHABAD LUBAVITCH TORAH EDUCATIONAL
    direct service
    Provides public access to a Jewish calendar and Shabbat times, as well as tools like a Jewish birthday calculator, to support observance of religious dates and rituals.
  • Jewish holiday observance resources CHABAD LUBAVITCH TORAH EDUCATIONAL
    direct service
    Provides educational content and guidance on the observance of major Jewish holidays, including Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Sukkot, Chanukah, Purim, Passover, and Shavuot, emphasizing their historical, spiritual, and ritual significance.
  • Jewish lifecycle education and guidance CHABAD LUBAVITCH TORAH EDUCATIONAL
    direct service
    Provides educational resources and practical guidance on key Jewish lifecycle events, including Bris, Pidyon Haben, Bar/Bat Mitzvah, Upsherin, weddings, divorce (Get), and death and mourning practices, including the Mourner's Kaddish.
  • Online access to Jewish texts and teachings CHABAD LUBAVITCH TORAH EDUCATIONAL
    direct service
    Provides digital access to a comprehensive library of Jewish texts, including the Tanakh, Tanya, Torah commentaries, and mystical teachings, through Chabad.org. The platform supports users of all backgrounds and knowledge levels.
  • Online rabbinic guidance service CHABAD LUBAVITCH TORAH EDUCATIONAL
    direct service
    Provides an online platform where individuals can submit questions and receive answers from rabbis on Jewish law, practice, and belief. This service is accessible via Chabad.org and includes an archive of hundreds of Q&As.
  • Subscription-based Jewish learning and spiritual content CHABAD LUBAVITCH TORAH EDUCATIONAL
    direct service
    Offers email subscription services such as Halachah For Life to deliver ongoing religious guidance, study materials, and spiritual insights directly to users.
  • Alumni and Community Engagement Events Ohr Torah Stone Institutions of Israel
    direct service
    Hosts reunions, graduation ceremonies, public celebrations, and community events such as Parents’ Day for emissary training programs, student productions, and moments of gratitude for reserve soldiers’ families.
  • Expansion of Jewish Educational Institutions Ohr Torah Stone Institutions of Israel
    capacity building
    Founded The Katz Yeshiva High School and established the Hahn Judaic Campus in Florida to support Jewish education; restructured the Graduate Program of Advanced Talmudic Studies for Women at Yeshiva University.
  • Founding and Development of Efrat Ohr Torah Stone Institutions of Israel
    direct service
    Founded the city of Efrat in 1983, which has grown to house over 13,000 residents, and established its first school, catalyzing the development of Ohr Torah Stone’s broader network.
  • Global Jewish Education and Leadership Development Network Ohr Torah Stone Institutions of Israel
    direct service
    Operates 32 institutions and programs worldwide focused on Jewish education, outreach, and leadership development for men and women, engaging approximately 3,500 additional students annually.
  • Graduation and Recognition of Halakhic Leaders Ohr Torah Stone Institutions of Israel
    capacity building
    Graduated three women from the Susi Bradfield Women’s Institute of Halakhic Leadership and recognized staff members from OTS schools for professional achievement.
  • International Deployment of Jewish Emissaries Ohr Torah Stone Institutions of Israel
    direct service
    Deploys emissaries to 111 cities across 42 countries to promote Jewish education and communal engagement.
  • Jewish Heritage and Education Programs for Secular Israelis Ohr Torah Stone Institutions of Israel
    direct service
    Engages thousands of secular Israelis annually in Jewish programming to explore and reclaim their heritage through educational and spiritual initiatives.
  • Leadership and Educational Initiatives for Jewish Women Ohr Torah Stone Institutions of Israel
    direct service
    Operates multiple institutions including the Besen Family Center for Advanced Women's Studies, Midreshet Lindenbaum College for Women (with branches in Jerusalem, Lod, and Carmiel), and the Susi Bradfield Women’s Institute of Halakhic Leadership, which offers full-time Talmud study and halakhic training for women.
  • Legal Aid and Advocacy for Agunot and Mesuravot Get Ohr Torah Stone Institutions of Israel
    direct service
    Provides legal aid, free counseling, and representation to approximately 800 women annually, including legal representation for 150 clients at a time, enabling about 60 women per year to gain freedom from unresolved marriages; addresses an estimated 2,400 cases annually.