COJECO is excited to launch a second cohort of Adult B’nai Mitzvah Journey, a program for Russian-speaking Jewish adults in New York! This unique experience encourages and enables the participants to join meaningful Jewish learning, celebrate their Bar/Bat Mitzvah, and bring the joy of Jewish living to their families.
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!
We invite you to join COJECO and the Russian-speaking Jewish community of New York and New Jersey as we proudly march on NYC’s 5th Avenue in support of Israel. We welcome all RSJ community organizations and individuals to join and march together as one strong community.
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.
SHALOM! HOLA! WELCOME TO THE NEW COJECO TOUR: JEWISH ARGENTINA WITH JACOB SHOSHAN (December 1st-9th, 2025). Experience rich Jewish history and today's vibrant Jewish community in Argentina with COJECO with world renowned tour guide and educator Jacob Shoshan.
Join COJECO in its upcoming events, programs, and trips within the COJECO Center for Adult Jewish Education
Tue, October 21, 2025
Sun, January 18, 2026 – Fri, January 23, 2026
17 Apr, 2019
“The teens had an opportunity to touch the scroll, to learn Hebrew and to read from the Torah. It brings them closer to their Jewish roots, opens new horizons and gives them the foundation for their future lives.” A lovely article about COJECO B’Nai Mitzvah ceremony at Ansche Chesed in EJewish Philanthropy. Read the article
17 Apr, 2019
We are happy to announce the launch of New York/New Jersey edition of JEvents NY/NJ Mobile App. This project gathers and presents Jewish events and programs of interest to the Russian-speaking Jews in a single user-friendly app with the main goal of helping Jewish people and communities connect. Read the Newsletter
16 Apr, 2019
We would like to introduce an innovative Jewish educational project for the families: RJkrug. RJkrug is a new Jewish learning initiative for and by the Russian-speaking Jewish families in the New York Metropolitan area. The program is a joint effort of COJECO, Hebrew Learning Circles (headed by Rabbi Reuben Modek), iMishpacha and RJeneration. Read the Newsletter
16 Apr, 2019
May 2019 bring only light, happiness and laughter to you and your family! May all your wishes come true. Happy New Year! С Новым Годом! Read the Newsletter
16 Apr, 2019
The Second Cohort of B’nai Mitzvah Families has been learning the Jewish history and traditions, creating a community of practice and celebrating Jewish life together. We are excited to be part of this journey with the participating families. Read the Newsletter
15 Apr, 2019
The IX Cohort BluePrint Fellows have begun their journey. The Fellows spent a weekend exploring their Jewish identity and the collective memory of our people, experiencing the joy of Shabbat away from the city hustle and bustle and working on their community engagement projects. Read the newsletter
15 Apr, 2019
May this New Year be sweet like honey, plentiful as a freshly baked challah, and filled with as many good deeds as a pomegranate!
15 Apr, 2019
BluePrint Fellowship Application is Live! Arts and Culture? Jewish and Israel Education and Advocacy? Community building? Come with a great idea and COJECO BluePrint Fellowship will help you turn your community project ideas and passions into reality with the help of implementation grants, inspiring sessions and an incredible network of BluePrint Fellows, alumni, and educators. […]
15 Apr, 2019
Join COJECO in celebrating 17 years of service to the Russian-speaking Jewish Community. Honoring: Kate Kalmykov, COJECO Board Co-President, Greenberg Traurig LLC Ronn Torossian, President and CEO, 5WPR, Philanthropist Marina and Michael Zurakhinsky, Community Leaders, Founders of Zplay School and The Art Story Foundation. Read the April-May 2018 COJECO Events Newsletter
20 Feb, 2018
27 Mar, 2017
Join COJECO in celebrating 16 years of service to the Russian-speaking Jewish community of New York, providing culturally sensitive programs for young families, opportunities for young artists/writers/filmmakers, supporting grassroots community organizations, and more.
7 Mar, 2016
Spring is here and Purim is around the corner! There is a myriad of incredible events happening in the Russian-speaking Jewish community. Get ready to mark your calendars! We hope to see you soon. See what’s happening in the Russian-speaking Jewish community in New York. Read the Newsletter.
7 Mar, 2016
See what’s happening in the Russian-speaking Jewish community in New York. Read the Newsletter.
15 Oct, 2015
During this tumultuous time in Israel, our thoughts and prayers are with the families of the victims of terror, and with all of our brothers and sisters in our homeland. Now, more than ever, is the time to support the IDF Project, led by COJECO BluePrint Fellow, Ross Den, to provide tactical gear for IDF soldiers. Please donate now, in whatever sum is meaningful to you.
See what’s happening in the Russian-speaking Jewish community in New York. Read the newsletter.
14 Oct, 2015
This year we at COJECO are exploring the need and interest of the Russian-speaking Jewish community for a customized, culturally sensitive, pluralistic family program for parents and their children leading up to Bar/Bat Mitzvah.
We envision a year-long program that would offer Russian-speaking Jewish families an immersive, multifaceted experience so children and parents can learn about the history, significance, traditions, and rituals of becoming Bar/Bat Mitzvah through a culturally sensitive lens and with a like-minded community.
May be interested in this program? Help us customize and tailor this program to your needs and interests.
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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