The federation movement protects and enhances the well-being of JEWS worldwide through the values of tikkun OLAM (repairing the world), tzedakah (charity and social justice) and torah (jewish learning). The jewish federations of north america leads a continental federation movement to mobilize financial and social resources through philanthropic endeavors, strategic initiatives and international agencies that strengthen the jewish people.
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