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Judith Kaplan Eisenstein (1910-1996), who, in 1922, became the first American to be called to the Torah as a bat mitzva.

Kolot’s Bat-Mitzah Year 13 years of promoting gender equality in Judaism

Kolot has spent 13 years bringing innovative practices and insights to the Jewish community. From its unique position as a feminist center based in a rabbinical seminary, Kolot develops resources and provides programs for Jews across the denominational spectrum and advances scholarship in the gender analysis of Judaism.

What's New at Kolot?

Lori Lefkovitz: Leave Taking and Farewell
In Scripture: New book by Kolot Director Lori Lefkovitz
Ritualwell.org editors write about "How Women and Girls Revitalized Jewish Ritual" in the “New Jewish Ritual” edition of CONTACT
Kolot and its director contribute to RRC being the only Jewish institution cited for exemplary practices in preparing clergy to address sexual health and justice
Kolot.org cited among "Top 10 Jewish Sites for Women"
Kolot Memorial Funds
Pat Barr, z"l
Tikva Frymer-Kensky, z"l
Savina Teubal, z"l