Henrietta Szold

Henrietta Szold was a Jewish American leader born in 1860 who dedicated her life to improving the lives of Jewish communities. She founded and directed important organizations like Hadassah, a women's Zionist organization that promoted healthcare, education, and Zionist ideals in Palestine. Szold was also an advocate for social justice, education, and better living conditions for immigrants and marginalized groups. Her work helped build medical infrastructure, promote Jewish identity, and support community development in Palestine and the United States. She is remembered as a pioneering humanitarian and a significant figure in Jewish history.