Chabad in South Westwood is part of a world-wide organization of Chabad-Lubavitch, under the leadership and guidance of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson.
There is no mystery about our philosophy: Love every Jew; educate every Jew; reach out to help every Jew. We open our arms and hearts to all, regardless of education or affiliation.
Mission Statement: Chabad in South Westwood is dedicated to providing an open door environment to strengthen and enhance Jewish life for every Jew, regardless of background, philosophy, or level of commitment. We serve individuals and families looking for a non-judgmental, accepting, and personalized Jewish experience. We believe in the right of every Jew to experience the beautiful treasures of our Jewish heritage.
Rabbi Dovid Liberow grew up in Brooklyn, in the Chabad community of Crown Heights. After ten years of studying classic Jewish texts and law, while simultaneously immersing in the sea of Jewish mysticism and Kabbalah, Rabbi Liberow was ordained as Rabbi in the Central Lubavitcher Yeshiva. He has extensive outreach experience with adults and children, which he uses to enhance the Jewish education in the Westwood Jewish community.
Mushky grew up in the close-knit Jewish community of Oak Park, Michigan, where her parents are very active in enriching the lives of older adults in the community. Her studies in Michigan and Israel instilled in her a love for Jewish education and outreach. Her experience as program director and Educator have prepared her to co-direct the organization.
Meet our amazing Social Media Director, Levi! Levi grew up in a vibrant Jewish community in Brooklyn, NY, where he was exposed to the beauty of Jewish outreach from a young age. With his extensive experience in social media management and content creation, Levi is the perfect fit to help us spread the light of Judaism to even more people. We are grateful to have him on our team!
Meet Eitan, our experienced payroll manager. Eitan has a strong background in finance and accounting, with a passion for helping nonprofits manage their finances effectively. His experience working with various businesses and organizations has given him the skills necessary to manage payroll with accuracy and efficiency. We are grateful to have him as part of our team!
Meet Judy, our amazing secretary who keeps everything running smoothly. With impeccable organizational skills and a warm demeanor, Judy handles appointments, meetings, calls, and emails with precision and care. They create a welcoming and efficient environment, embodying our values of professionalism and exceptional service. We're lucky to have Judy as an integral part of our team.