In times of crisis, children and teens look to the adults in their lives for stability, clarity, and reassurance. As events unfold in Israel and continue to affect Jewish communities around the world, parents face the difficult but essential task of speaking with their children about complex and often distressing realities. These conversations require sensitivity, honesty, and age-appropriate communication that fosters emotional safety while affirming a child’s identity and sense of belonging.
With the expertise of the Israel Trauma Coalition, JReady—The Jewish Agency for Israel’s platform for community resilience in partnership with the Ministry of Diaspora Affairs, has designed this guide to help parents compassionately navigate these discussions and offer practical approaches to support their children’s well-being. We’ll explore three circles of emotional impact and provide tools for navigating each one.
