Project Roots enables Russian-speaking Jewish families conduct genealogical research and explore their family roots by accessing archives and materials in the US, Eastern Europe and former FSU with the assistance of a professional researcher.
The program empowers RSJ change makers to create their own community-building initiatives, with the support of a network of peers, educational workshops, one-on-one mentorship, and mini-grants for project implementation.
A customized, year-long family program for Russian-speaking Jewish parents and their children leading up to Bar/Bat Mitzvah.
The Virtual Academy of Jewish Heritage offers a series of top-notch Jewish and Israel-related educational sessions in English and Russian. Learn more on how to attend these free virtual lectures and help support the academy!
Interested in a unique Jewish learning program co-created by Russian-speaking Jewish families and leading Jewish educators? RJKrug, an Innovative Jewish Learning Program For Children and Parents, will soon begin its cohort for 2023-2024.
Bringing Russian-speaking Jewish young adults on a 9-day educational trips to Germany to explore the past and present of Jewish life in Germany, and to experience modern Germany first hand.
We have launched a successful program for adults, children, teens, and families in Northern New Jersey, in partnership with the Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey.
As the war in Ukraine rages on, our community is welcoming more refugees from Ukraine every day. COJECO has been working tirelessly to help people impacted by the War in Ukraine to resettle in New York and New Jersey. Read more about our efforts and Join!
Join COJECO in celebrating its annual gala honoring the RSJ Community. Stay tuned for details about the 2024 annual gala!
2 Jul, 2024
COJECO Academy of Jewish Heritage presents: Jewish Italy (Part 1) by Dr. Yigal Kotler Tuesday, July 23rd, @7:30PM EST on Zoom in Russian В своей новой презентации д-р Игаль Котлер откроет для Вас малоизвестные страницы истории итальянских евреев. Итальянские евреи не ашкеназы и не сефарды. Их община, которой уже больше двух тысяч лет, создала особую […]
23 May, 2024
COJECO Academy of Jewish Heritage presents: Жертвоприношение Исаака в европейском искусстве by Yulia Patrakova Tuesday, June 25th @7:30PM EST on Zoom in Russian Как библейский текст видят художники на протяжении почти 2000 лет? Почему где -то Исаак совсем ребенок, а где-то бородатый дядя? Почему нож на картине- это очень важно? А что с барашком? И что будет, […]
2 May, 2024
Teev Events presents: Heroes Thursday, May 9th, @8PM Museum of Jewish Heritage 36 Battery Place, New York, NY Heroes is an illuminating and unifying experience that honors heroic acts of October 7th. It is dedicated to those who lost their lives while saving the lives of others on that horrific day. Jewish heroes throughout history […]
2 May, 2024
Jewish Federation of Northern NJ presents: Yom HaShoah Program and Concert Sunday, May 5th, @3PM Congregation B’nai Shalom/Fair Lawn Jewish Center, 10-10 Norma Avenue, Fair Lawn, NJ Join Jewish Federation of Northern NJ for a journey of music written during the Holocaust. “Holocaust Music Lost & Found” shares music written during the Holocaust in concentration camps […]
29 Mar, 2024
Worlds Apart: The Journeys of My Jewish Family in Twentieth-Century Europe May 7, 2024 @7:30 pm on Zoom Topic Description: “Two brothers grow up on the Jewish streets of Warsaw. At the turn of the twentieth century, Adolphe leaves to seek work and start a family in Switzerland. Marcus moves east, inspired by his Communist […]
28 Mar, 2024
COJECO Academy of Jewish Heritage presents: A Journey into Little Odessa by The Sea through Food Tuesday, April 16th, @7:30PM EST on Zoom If you take the local B train downtown from Manhattan to the last stop, suddenly you are transported into another world known as “Little Odessa by The Sea.” As you look around […]
21 Mar, 2024
COJECO Summer Family Retreat June 14-16, 2024 @Camp Zeke in Lakewood, PA Continuing the great tradition of COJECO Family Retreats and following a memorable Winter Family Retreat, registration is now open for the third annual JFAM Summer Family Retreat at majestic Camp Zeke in Lakewood, PA. The theme of the retreat is ISRAEL. Join us for a weekend […]
21 Mar, 2024
“Stateless” 10th Anniversary Screening and Celebration Produced by COJECO BluePrint Fellowship Alumni Michael Drob Sunday, May 5th @1-5pm Museum of Jewish Heritage, 36 Battery Pl, New York, NY 10280 Please join the Drob family for a celebration of the 10th Anniversary of Stateless! Ten years has allowed for a new generation to come of age and […]
7 Mar, 2024
COJECO Academy of Jewish Heritage presents: Jewish Tradition and Archeology: Exploring Historical Findings and Biblical Texts Tuesday, March 19th, @7:30PM EST on Zoom in Russian In which historical document are the Jewish People first mentioned? Is there any proof of King David and his kingdom’s existence? How did the kings of Judah struggle with idolatry? […]
31 Jan, 2024
Jewish Federation of Northern NJ presents: Antisemitism on College Campuses Wednesday, February 7th, @7PM Join Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey for a virtual free seminar on Antisemitism on College campuses. Topics include: Israeli history, student rights, safety, communication, what Antisemitism looks like on campus, and more! Sign up HERE!
31 Jan, 2024
COJECO Academy of Jewish Heritage presents: I’ll Have What She’s Having: A Delve into History of the Jewish Deli Thursday, February 22nd, @7:30PM EST on Zoom One of the most iconic pastrami sandwiches in NYC can be found at Katz Deli in NYC. The historic Jewish deli in the Lower East side serves up a dose of nostalgia and […]
31 Jan, 2024
Benefit for Odesa Peace Fund Thursday, February 15th, @ 6PM Join Benefit for Odesa Peace Fund for a Wine and Art Auction! 100 % of the proceeds will go to the Odesa Peace Fund. The auction will feature the works by COJECO BluePrint Fellowship alumna, Irina Sheynfeld, and her exhibit “A Land of Fire and […]
31 Jan, 2024
COJECO NJ Purim Party Sunday, March 17th, @12:30PM Join COJECO NJ and its NJ community partners, Jewish Federation of Northern NJ, Wayne Y, and others for a community Purim Party. The party will include bounce houses, a magic show, photo booth, carnival games, bubbles, food and more!! Tickets to enter will be $10 per family! […]
4 Jan, 2024
Arts Against Antisemitism – NEW GRANT OPPORTUNITY Project Proposals are due January 29, 2024 New Opportunity for Young Adults in the NYC area! Grants are now available for community projects promoting mutual respect and combating Antisemitism. Now, more than ever, COJECO aims to amplify the voices of the Russian-speaking Jewish community against hate and Antisemitism. “Arts Against […]
13 Dec, 2023
A Taste of Jewish Theater: COJECO Winter Family Retreat @Camp Isabella Freedman Winter Promotion!!! $50 OFF each adult and child registration Friday, January 26- Sunday, January 28 Russian-speaking Jewish Families with children ages 6-12 are invited for an unforgettable weekend experience at the majestic grounds of Camp Isabella Freedman in Falls Village, CT. Discover the […]
COJECO was formed in 2001 as an umbrella organization for grassroots community organizations of Russian-speaking Jewish immigrants in New York to make their voices heard and respected. Today we represent over 30 such network organizations, including young adult leadership groups, Holocaust Survivors, professional associations, arts & culture organizations, and social justice groups.
COJECO was formed in 2001 as an umbrella organization for grassroots community organizations of Russian-speaking Jewish immigrants in New York to make their voices heard and respected. Today we represent over 30 such network organizations, including young adult leadership groups, Holocaust Survivors, professional associations, arts & culture organizations, and social justice groups.
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