Reflections from the New Orleans Jewish Community on the 20th Anniversary of Hurricane Katrina

Rabbi Isaac Leider from the Jewish Zaka volunteers carries a Torah scroll out of the flooded synagogue of Beth Israel in New Orleans in September 2005. Photo by Menahem Kahana/AFP via Getty Images

20 years after Katrina, Jewish New Orleans is bigger than it was before the hurricane

by Hannah Feuer

An influx of young Jews and support from communal institutions has helped revive the Jewish community.

New Orleans’ Jewish Community Looks Back on the 20th Anniversary of Hurrican Katrina

by Greg Roques

“This truly ushered in an era of cooperation amongst all synagogues in New Orleans.”

Monumento a Trabajadores Latinos: Dr. Gershanik y NOLA

by Super User


In the chaotic aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, amidst the rising floodwaters and widespread devastation, one man’s unwavering dedication and profound empathy shone as a beacon of hope. Dr. Juan Jorge Gershanik’s story is one of duty, sacrifice, and a deep-seated commitment to recognizing Latino immigrants who contributed to the city’s resurgence.