Gabi Schiller - Empowering the next generation of young Jewish leaders

This week, Margarita interviews friend and activist - Gabi Schiller. Gabi works for StandWithUs and runs a popular Instagram account @yehudimomrim . In this episode, Gabi walks us through her amazing work with students at StandWithUs and Margarita and Gabi discuss antisemitism in academic settings and beyond. Follow Gabi on Instagram @yehudimomrimSupport our work: buymeacoffee.com/peoplejewwannaknowWhat We Discuss: 00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda03:00 Who is Gabi Schiller? On StandWithUs & Yehudim Omrim07:31 Gabi's journey of self-discovery in 2021 when she questioned Zionism given that the progressive movement didn't support it 08:58 "Have I been lied to?" 12:34 How did Gabi decide to work in Jewish advocacy & activism? 14:00 The antisemitism Gabi experienced in college & the failures of campus Hillels 20:48 Gabi's work with high schoolers - how are they thinking about Israel & Zionism? 26:40 On radicalization of students in schools & universities - how can students defend themselves? 30:42 Margarita's rant on useless conspiracy theories & whataboutisms re: Israel 32:32 On Gabi's Instagram page, Yehudim Omrim, & the stories that have come out of it 36:04 The difference between social media influencers & activists 39:05 Closing Remarks & Guest Nomination