Being Jewish with Jonah Platt Being Trans & Jewish with CoverGirl model Madison Werner
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Oct 16, 2025 Madison Werner, a groundbreaking transgender model and activist, made history as the first transgender CoverGirl in 2024. In a heartfelt conversation, she delves into her unique journey of faith as a Jewish woman. Madison discusses the challenges of navigating LGBTQ+ identities amidst rising tensions in Israel, sharing her experiences during Tel Aviv Pride and the emotional impact of recent events. She emphasizes the importance of acceptance within the Jewish community and shares insights on gender identity, resilience, and the need for compassion.
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Judaism's Theology Encourages Acceptance
- Madison finds the Jewish community very accepting because Judaism teaches humans are born in the image of God and not sinners.
- That theological view fosters open-mindedness and questioning which helped her sense of belonging.
Ten-Year Transition Milestone
- Madison says the most common question she gets is how long ago she transitioned and it's almost been ten years.
- She marks that milestone with gratitude and notes the passage of time in her journey.
Bridging Jewish And LGBT Communities
- Madison highlights JQ International as a strong bridge between Jewish and LGBT communities focused on Tikkun Olam.
- She credits such organizations with building diaspora community and shared belonging.