Yael Eckstein is president and CEO of the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews.
10 Facts About Yael Eckstein
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Yael Eckstein was born in Evanston, Illinois, and raised in Chicago.
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Yael Eckstein has degrees in Biblical and Jewish studies and sociology.
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Yael Eckstein made aliyah in 2005 with her husband, who is Israeli.
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Yael Eckstein has spoken at international events, including a on religious persecution in the Middle East in Washington, DC Yael Eckstein shares her perspective on Judaism, life in the Holy Land, and her work with the IFCJ on the group's radio program, Holy Land Moments, and, as of 2021, hosts the Nourish Your Biblical Roots and Conversations with Yael podcasts.
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Yael Eckstein previously held the positions of global executive vice president, senior vice president, and director of program development and ministry outreach.
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Yael Eckstein oversees all Fellowship programs as its President and CEO and is the organization's international spokesperson.
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In 2014, Yael Eckstein was named "One of Israel's 100 Most Influential Women" by Makor Rishon.
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In both 2020 and 2021, Yael Eckstein was named one of The Jerusalem Post's "50 Most Influential Jews".
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In 2023, Yael Eckstein received the Humanitarian Award from The Jerusalem Post.