Author Talk: What Jewish Looks Like

Too many Jewish people have been told: "You don't look Jewish!" It begs the question, "What does Jewish look like?" With more than fifteen million Jewish people in the world, there are more than fifteen million ways to look and be Jewish—from setting out menorahs on tribal land to adding kimchi to the Seder plate, organizing for change, living out loud, and so much more. 

Shining a light on Paralympians and chefs, anthropologists and activists, dancers and dreamers, What Jewish Looks Like highlights a wide range of identities, all threaded together by one unmistakable truth: their lives, work, and commitment to Jewish values have changed our world for the better. The bold profiles and inspiring everyday stories the authors share come together to create a tapestry that beautifully reflects the multifaceted essence of the Jewish people. 

Liz Kleinrock is an author, anti-bias anti-racist educator, consultant, and facilitator for schools, organizations, and companies across the country. A transracial adoptee, Liz was born in South Korea and grew up in Washington, D.C. She is the author of Start Here, Start Now: A Guide to Antibias and Antiracist Work in Your School Community and Come and Join Us! 18 Holidays Celebrated All Year Long, illustrated by Chaaya Prabhat. Liz’s Ted talk “Education Everywhere” has over 2 million views and she has been named one of Top 100 Influential Jews 2022 and 2023 by The Tel Aviv Institute. She resides in Washington, D.C. and advocates for a more equitable world through her work with Teach and Transform. You can learn more about her work at lizkleinrock.com.