Embark

Inspired by the interfaith marriage between Laura and Gary’s son, Josh, and daughter-in-law, Katherine, Laura launched Embark in 2022 to address a critical gap in Jewish community engagement – empowering young interfaith and mixed-heritage couples to participate in Jewish life. Embark is housed at Mem Global (the umbrella organization of Moishe House) and is currently one of its core programs, attracting participants from across the country from all walks of life.

Through cohort-based learning, led by local rabbis, Embark participants connect with other like-minded couples to engage in conversation about creating meaningful Jewish rituals and building a Jewish home. Embark focuses on reaching couples who wouldn’t naturally gravitate to synagogues or might not feel comfortable in traditional Jewish learning environments.

Within its first three years, Embark has already proven to be more than just a program – it is a catalyst for personal and communal growth, supporting young adults along their Jewish journeys in whatever form it may take. Survey data from Embark participants reveals increased Jewish practice, greater confidence in navigating Jewish spaces, and strengthened relationships within the couples. Embark is expected to run nearly 30 cohorts in over a dozen cities in 2026, with Laura’s continued commitment enabling the program’s rapid growth and success.

Learn more at the Embark website.

 

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