Tag: Equity

Rabbi Jacob Blumenthal reflects on the Jewish value of equity and the miracle of creation, emphasizing that although humans are made in the same image, we are all unique individuals with diverse qualities and talents.
The text discusses the Jewish perspective on inclusion, equity, and justice, particularly in the context of recent debates within the community.
In a sponsored post on Jewish values by Rabbi David Jaffe and Yehudah Webster, the ongoing practice of justice and equity is highlighted as fundamental in Judaism, emphasizing the Torah's instructions to care for the vulnerable, share resources, and oppose oppression.
Ilana Kaufman, CEO of the Jews of Color Initiative, emphasizes the importance of maintaining commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts despite challenges and conflicts that may arise.
Whitney Weathers, a Black Christian woman working in the Jewish nonprofit sector as a diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice practitioner, reflects on her journey and learnings.
Republican politicians, led by figures like DeSantis, are pushing back against Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives at universities, passing laws to ban such programs across several states.
Amid challenging times since October, Jewish organizations face a turbulent period marked by tragedy, rising antisemitism, and shifting priorities.
In response to the challenges faced by the Jewish community since October, including antisemitism and polarization, it is essential for Jewish organizations to prioritize fostering cultures of safety, respect, and equity within the workplace.
The text discusses the intellectual failure to recognize the threat of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs to Jews and Hindus, highlighting how these communities are often considered oppressors due to their success.
The recent surge of anti-Israel activism on American university campuses has taken on a more radical and sometimes antisemitic tone, fueled by the growing presence of foreign students, particularly from Arab and Muslim countries, with nationalist and tribal grievances against Israel and the United States.
The author, who identifies as both Black and Jewish, argues that diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs need to be reimagined in order to address the needs of Jewish people.
The article discusses the decline of American higher education and the spread of DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) ideology on college campuses.
The article discusses the rise of antisemitism in academia, specifically on college campuses.
This article describes the author's personal journey of finding her voice and embracing her rage in response to the rise of antisemitism.
Employee resource groups (ERGs) are emerging as an important aspect of Jewish life in the workplace.
The SRE (Safety Respect Equity) Network was formed in 2018 to address gender-based harassment and discrimination in Jewish spaces.
In this discussion, the focus is on the WHO's classification of aspartame as a potential carcinogen, questioning whether this decision is justified or exaggerated.
This article discusses the launch of the first-ever Jewish justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) certificate program at the University of San Francisco.
Juneteenth, the federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States, should not be compared to the Jewish holiday of Passover.
A controversial Florida bill, House Bill 999, that aims to limit race and gender studies may also have unintended consequences for Judaic studies programs in the state.
The author, a mother of four children who are Russian, Black, and Jewish, reflects on the value of Jewish day schools in instilling pride in their Jewish identity and providing a strong educational foundation.
The author argues that the prioritization of identity fragments, such as gender and race, can lead to a totalitarian trend in society.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs often fail to properly address antisemitism and misunderstand Jewish identity.
Princeton University's Board of Trustees extended President Eisgruber's term, lauding his support of free speech despite recent actions that contradict such principles.
Princeton University's president, Christopher Eisgruber, is seen as holding contradictory principles regarding academic freedom and social justice, which has led to concerns about the university's direction.