Gila Drazen has a BA in English from the University of Judaism. Gila has diverse experience in the field of development operations and communications, with roles at organizations such as Congregation Emanu-El of the City of New York and the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism. In their various positions, Gila has taken on responsibilities such as newsletter editing, web management, convention logistics coordination, and youth activities planning. Gila's background also includes teaching roles at schools and camps, showcasing their passion for education and Jewish studies.
Congregation Emanu-El of the City of New York
Founded in 1845 as the first Reform Jewish Congregation in New York City, Temple Emanu-El is among the largest Jewish Houses of Worship in the world. We continue to build upon the legacy of leadership and the timeless values of Jewish tradition as we strive toward a more just, ethical and compassionate world. Temple Emanu-El offers a robust religious school program for children of all ages, a first-rate nursery school, the Bernard Museum of Judaica, the Stettenheim Library, a range of community events through the Streicker Center, and more. In addition, our Tikkun Olam Committee and Philanthropic Fund support a wide range of humanitarian, educational, and cultural causes, as well as initiatives that advance Reform Judaism and strengthen our connection to Israel. We are a community of warmth and awareness where every individual matters. We embrace our diverse membership and offer all who comprise it a meaningful life grounded in Judaism. We commit our spiritual, intellectual, physical, and financial resources to strengthen our community today for a vital tomorrow.