Goldie Hershon

Goldie Hershon is a Canadian activist from Montreal and former president of the Canadian Jewish Congress (1995-1998). Her presidency was marked by the focus on national unity, support for Jewish communities living in smaller Canadian centres, and the aid Jewish communities in places like the former Soviet Union.[1]

References

  1. ↑ Irwin Block (16 May 1995). "CJC president's 16-vote win fuels bitter feelings; Hampstead activist Goldie Hershon elected to top post amid confusion". The Montreal Gazette.
Preceded by
Irving Abella		 President of the Canadian Jewish Congress
1995-1998 		Succeeded by
Moshe Ronen
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