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I am a poet, essayist, and children’s book author, passionate about researching and writing about my Iraqi Jewish roots. Words are what I love to conjure over a pot, mixed with garlic, onion and ginger, to feed my husband, four boys (and dog).

            

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20Feb

The Poetry of Exile and Return with JIMENA

21 February, Wednesday. The Poetry of Exile and Return – Ty Alhadeff, director of education at JIMENA, and Sarah Sassoon, author of “Shoham’s Bangle”.. Read More →
04Jan

Clinging to My Grandmother’s Afsa

My Iraqi Jewish amulet represents my Mizrachi ancestor’s love and wisdom. It’s my history and memory. Read this personal essay about clinging to.. Read More →
07Dec

Stories of Children from Baghdad – Harif: Association of Jews from the MENA

December 12, Tuesday, 2023 –  The story of the exodus of the Jews from Arab countries is at last beginning to be told.. Read More →
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