Tanya Tsikanovsky is the founder of Highly Jewish, a nonprofit executive, speaker, and digital strategist dedicated to combating antisemitism, countering extremism and misinformation, and inspiring people to live proudly and authentically. She serves as Head of Development & Operations at Think Again, Senior Advisor to the Combat Antisemitism Movement (CAM), and host of the Highly Jewish Podcast.
A first generation American born to parents who emigrated from the former Soviet Union, Tanya has built her career at the intersection of advocacy, philanthropy, media, and community leadership. She works with nonprofits, philanthropists, creators, and public figures to develop campaigns that educate, inspire, and create meaningful change.
Through Highly Jewish, Tanya has built a platform reaching millions of people, encouraging them to embrace their identity, challenge misinformation, and stand up to hate with truth, courage, and optimism. Her work combines storytelling, strategic communications, fundraising, and public speaking to strengthen Jewish pride, expand support for Israel, and empower individuals to become leaders in their own communities.
Tanya earned a Master of Science in Organizational Behavior Management from the NYU Tandon School of Engineering and a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature and Creative Writing. She is a Merage Fellow through Nas Daily, Head of Brand at Fat Camp Films, and continues to advise organizations, speak internationally, and build initiatives that advance education, civic engagement, and the fight against antisemitism.
Tanya is also a candidate for West Hollywood City Council. Visit her official campaign site here: Tanya 4 WeHo
“Teach people to wear every part of their identity with pride: Jewish without apology, American with gratitude, and themselves without fear.”