Join us for a special CSP online conversation with Dr. Sharon Keller and Rabbi Elie Spitz, who recently returned from a powerful weeklong visit to Cuba’s Jewish community. In a country where time seems to have stood still—Cold War-era slogans still hang alongside vintage American cars and crumbling colonial buildings—Jewish life persists with resilience and hope. Participants in the recent Cuba trip met with community leaders, visited synagogues in Havana, and witnessed firsthand how, after decades of religious repression, Cuban Jews are once again celebrating their heritage openly and joyfully. Alain Bastow, the man who at age 24 (30 years ago) escaped Cuba in an inner tube will join the conversation to tell his personal story. With fewer than 1,300 Jews remaining in a nation of 11 million—many of them elderly, isolated, and struggling with severe shortages of food, medicine, and basic supplies—they encountered stories of incredible perseverance, dignity, and community spirit. In this program, we'll learn about the rich and often overlooked history of Jewish life in Cuba, garner insights into the challenges facing the community today, and explore meaningful ways we can offer support and solidarity. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with a Jewish story that is both deeply rooted and urgently unfolding.