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 …
God and Amendment 4: How religion plays into Florida’s abortion debate
Originally published by Florida Politics May 28, 2024 By Gabrielle Russon ‘We’re just trying to make the world a better place. That’s what religion is all about.’ When Roe v. Wade fell, Rabbi Rachel Greengrass fought back. At holiday celebrations, Shabbat services, whenever they could, her congregation collected 1,800 petitions to help get abortion rights on the ballot this November. “I’m somebody …
Florida’s Jews Are Anxious About Election Day, but Not for the Reason You’d Think
Originally published by Haaretz November 1, 2024 By Ilene Prusher BOCA RATON, Florida – On the eve of a too-close-to-call U.S. presidential election, America is awash in political anxiety. But in the state that’s home to one of the country’s largest Jewish electorates, it’s not just the Harris vs. Trump showdown that’s keeping Jews up at night. Also cause for …
Our Voice is Our Vote
On Monday, October 28, NCJW joined the Poor People’s Campaign for their final Moral Monday, calling for justice ahead of the upcoming elections. NCJW CEO offered remarks, watch the video and read the full speech below. Good morning. I’m Sheila Katz, CEO of National Council of Jewish Women, a 131 year old Jewish feminist civil rights organization advocating for all …
Being Jewish On Campus: Reflections from NCJW’s E&L Intern
Written by Talia Field, NCJW Engagement & Leadership Intern This past year has been unlike any other, filled with mourning, confusion, anger, and exhaustion. Since October 7, 2023, antisemitism has surged across college campuses, including my own. I am currently a Junior at George Washington University studying political science. I’m originally from Chicago, Illinois where I grew up immersed in …
More than 30 Jewish Groups urge Congress to Pass Comprehensive Disaster Relief
National Council of Jewish Women, Dayenu, MAZON: A Jewish Response to Hunger, and Union for Reform Judaism Lead State and National Jewish Organization Sign On Letter Supporting Comprehensive Disaster Relief Dear Senator/Representative: On behalf of the undersigned 31 state and national Jewish organizations, our hearts go out to the people impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Homes and businesses are …
THINKING ABOUT END-OF-THE-YEAR GIVING?
November is the perfect time to start planning your year-end charitable donations. If you haven’t yet made your tax-deductible Annual Fund gift this year, please consider making it today! You can CLICK HERE to make your gift securely online. You can also mail a check to our office: NCJW/Cleveland, 26055 Emery Rd.,Cleveland, OH 44128 Another option is a recommendation of …
GOT CANDLES?
Do you have leftover Chanukah candles in your cupboard? Probably! Please consider donating them to our collection. We will take any amount, size, or color of candles (but not broken ones), and the boxes too! Drop off Instructions: NCJW Office from Monday, November 4 through Tuesday, November 26. What will we do with them? To share in the light of …
