Trauma? Us Jews? Nahhhh: Lessons from "My Grandmother's Hands"

My Grandmother's Hands: Racialized Trauma and the Pathway to Mending Our Hearts and Bodies by Resmaa Menakem is a seminal book on trauma and the way it impacts all of us, particularly white and Black bodied people. In this session we'll dive into the ways that we can see how this applies specifically to Jewish Americans today (Menakem actually does this in the book himself a bit!), the trauma we hold in our bodies from generations of ancestors, and what we can to do release some of it. We'll also dip into some of our other sages to interact with Menakem to see if we can learn about ourselves from our own tradition as well.

You do NOT have to have any prior knowledge of the book to attend, just an open heart and mind.

Emilia Diamant, LCSW, is a seasoned social worker, educator, and program strategist with nearly two decades of experience at the intersection of justice, leadership, and community. Trained in clinical social work, Emilia brings a trauma-informed, relational approach to her work with individuals and institutions, centering care, accountability, and transformation. She currently serves as Chief Program Officer at Avodah, where she leads national programming that mobilizes Jewish leaders toward systemic change.

Who are these classes for?

Our classes are for everyone—whether you’re brand new to the topic or have been engaging with it for years, we encourage participation from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experience levels. Unless otherwise noted, no prior knowledge or experience is needed. Not sure if a class is for you? Email us at Learning@Lehr.haus!

Why are there tickets at different prices?

Our tickets utilize a Pay-What-You-Can model so attendees can pay a range of prices based on what they are able to pay to allow for greater accessibility. Please select the price point that feels right for you.

Can I eat during class?

While we do not serve food in the study, you are welcome to order and enjoy drinks during class and join us for a meal before or after class. We highly recommend making a reservation if you know you'll be dining with us. Visit www.lehr.haus/reservation to check availability and book a table.