Josh Peskin, Ph.D.

Former Vice President for Strategic Advancement, Reconstructing Judaism

Josh Peskin, Ph.D., utilized his background in Strategic Communications and Modern Jewish Thought in his role overseeing fundraising and communications activity at the college and for the movement. As Reconstructing Judaism enters a new era for academic and Jewish organizations, the strategic advancement staff focuses on engaging our community and laying the foundation for a financially healthy and vibrant Reconstructionist future.

Peskin was a member of the president’s cabinet and worked closely with college and movement leadership around a wide range of issues that impact students, faculty, staff and Reconstructionist congregations internationally.

Prior to joining ReconstructingJudaism.org, Peskin was a Senior Strategist at Identity Advisors, providing strategic counsel to a diverse range of clients, including foundations, higher education institutions, religion in public life advocacy organizations and others. Peskin holds a Ph.D. from Stanford University in Religious Studies and completed a dissertation on the work of Emmanuel Levinas.

The Reconstructionist Network

Serving as central organization of the Reconstructionist movement

Training the next generation of groundbreaking rabbis

Modeling respectful conversations on pressing Jewish issues

Curating original, Jewish rituals, and convening Jewish creatives

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