National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) proudly supports the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to combating Islamophobia and anti-Arab hate. Muslim and Arab American communities are experiencing skyrocketing levels of hate and harassment. The first-ever US National Strategy to Counter Islamophobia and Anti-Arab Hate is a pivotal step in building safer communities and a safer country for Muslim and Arab Americans, and …
Faith in ERA
NCJW Leads 60+ National Faith-Centered Organizations and Communities in Urging President Biden to Publish the Equal Rights Amendment December 5, 2025 The Honorable Joseph Biden, Jr. President of the United States The White House 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue Washington, DC 20500 Dear President Biden: We, the undersigned over 60 national religious, religiously-affiliated, secular, values-based, and faith-centered organizations and communities share a …
Intern Lobby Day: Advocating for the Countering Antisemitism Act
NCJW 2024 Government Relations and Advocacy (GR&A) fall interns, Skyler Sieradzky and Ella Rubinstein, went to Capitol Hill to advocate for the Countering Antisemitism Act. This bill would implement and codify the landmark National Strategy to Combat Antisemitism and ensure every branch of the government is carrying out its responsibilities set out in the strategy. From New Jersey and a …
Jewish and Women’s Groups Demand United Nations Leaders Act to Hold Hamas Accountable for Gender-Based Violence
Originally posted by Hadassah Monday, November 25, 2024 Media Contact: Lilly Freemyer lillyfreemyer@rational360.com 202-669-0998 65 organizations, led by Hadassah, ask UN Leaders to blacklist Hamas for committing crimes against humanity NEW YORK, NY – Today 65 organizations led by Hadassah, The Women’s Zionist Organization of America, along with the Hadassah Foundation, the Dinah Project, I Believe Israeli Women Global Movement, International …
Thank you for all you do.
The following reflections were sent by NCJW CEO Sheila Katz to NCJW advocates on Thanksgiving. Judaism offers us the ultimate framework for a daily thank you: Modeh Ani, “I give thanks,” a prayer of gratitude for a new day. Traditionally, the Modeh Ani is said each morning. As we approach this Thanksgiving, I am writing to offer you my Modeh …
Texas approves new Bible-based curriculum for elementary schools
Originally published by The Guardian November 22, 2024 By Erum Salam and Martin Pengelly The Texas board of education voted 8-7 on Friday to approve a new Bible-based curriculum in elementary schools. The curriculum, called “Bluebonnet Learning”, could be implemented as soon as August 2025 and affects English and language arts teaching material for kindergarten through fifth grade public school classes. Teachers …
National Council of Jewish Women Urges the White House to Take Action on Unfinished Business
November 4, 2024 The Honorable Shalanda Young Director United States Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street, NW Washington, DC 20503 Dear Director Young, Since our founding in 1893, National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) has boldly imagined a world where women, children, and families are fully valued and supported. We have consistently dedicated ourselves to the pursuit of …
National Council of Jewish Women Urges Congress to Take Action on Unfinished Business
November 12, 2024 Dear Members of Congress: Since our founding in 1893, National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) has boldly imagined a world where women, children, and families are fully valued and supported. We have consistently dedicated ourselves to the pursuit of equity and justice through a powerful combination of community organizing, education, direct service, and advocacy. We carry with …
Abortion access: “Reproductive freedom is a Jewish value”
Originally published by Jewish Telegraphic Agency, excerpt from “We asked Jewish leaders about their priorities under a second Trump term” November 10, 2024 By Sheila Katz, CEO of National Council of Jewish Women These are fraught times. For women, children, and families everywhere – our rights and our lives are on the line. While we celebrate expanded protections for abortion …
NCJW on Missouri’s Amendment 3
Originally published by The Kansas City Jewish Chronicle October 23, 2024 By Ellen Alper and Phyllis Langsdorf, National Council of Jewish Women St. Louis So much is at stake. Our vision of a just, safe and equitable democracy hangs in the balance in this upcoming election. Nowhere is this clearer in Missouri, where we have the opportunity to end Missouri’s …
