10/10/2026
Shabbat Shalom!
On Wednesday, the United Jewish Federation of Utah gathered for an intimate and moving commemoration of October 7 under the banner of “We Will Dance Again.”
Maya Skurnik led a powerful conversation with Nova survivor Elizabeth Anukwu, who shared her harrowing experience of that day.
“Save yourself,” an officer told her as the attack unfolded.
“It happened so quickly,” Anukwu recalled. “Terrorists fired an RPG at us. I woke up in a different place. I really thought I was dead.”
The evening was a palpable reminder of the importance of remembrance, the strength of community, and the resilience of the Jewish people. Even in the face of unimaginable tragedy, we continue to remember, to find hope, and to embrace life.
Hillel for Utah led joyful Israeli dances with participants to end the evening.
Am Yisrael Chai!