Tag: Inclusion
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The Reform movement’s decision to admit intermarried rabbis is good. Truly welcoming them would be great.
Hebrew Union College's decision to admit intermarried rabbis marks a significant step towards inclusivity, addressing the discrimination faced by interfaith couples and expanding the pool of eligible students amid decreasing enrollment.
In a time when antisemitism is on the rise, the fight against this hatred is crucial to defending democracy and the safety of all communities.
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.
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‘The call is coming from inside the house’: Why queer Jews fear discrimination at Pride events this year
Queer Jews are expressing fear of discrimination at Pride events due to increasing antisemitism and anti-Zionist sentiment within the LGBTQ community, exemplified by bans on Jewish symbols like Israeli flags and Stars of David at some marches.
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Breaking barriers: A Black Christian DEI practitioner’s journey in the Jewish nonprofit field
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.
Eden Primary School in Muswell Hill has been commended by Ofsted for maintaining its status as a good school post-Covid inspection, with pupils demonstrating maturity, kindness, and enthusiasm for learning.
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.
Green Bean publisher Michael Leventhal has released what could be the first Jewish children's book in braille featuring a blind protagonist, "This is My Shabbat," aiming to promote diversity and inclusion.
The authors reflect on the recent pain and challenges faced by the Jewish community worldwide as a result of the conflict in Israel and the rise of antisemitism.
The article discusses the rise of antisemitism in academia, specifically on college campuses.
The author reflects on her experience as a single, observant Jewish woman and the challenges she faces in finding a place within the Jewish community.
Hillel Ontario has identified engaging Jewish students and addressing their most pressing needs as a top priority.
The article discusses the challenges faced by Jewish summer camps in navigating the inclusion of transgender and gender non-conforming campers.
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A Pathway to JEDI work for Jewish Institutions and Communities: Reflections from a Jewish DEI consultant and a Rabbinic student activist
This article discusses the launch of the first-ever Jewish justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) certificate program at the University of San Francisco.
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.
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Why a Christmas Day gift-giving caravan is ‘the most Jewish thing’ Chicago-area residents can do
On Christmas Day, Tamar Manasseh, a Jewish woman from Chicago, organizes a gift-giving caravan to distribute toys to children and families in poor neighborhoods who might not otherwise receive gifts.
In a roundtable discussion conducted by The Minyan, Jewish Americans with physical disabilities share their experiences and challenges in Jewish spaces.
Dr. Andreas Hackl, an anthropologist at the University of Edinburgh, explores the multi-layered Palestinian presence in Jewish Tel Aviv in his book "The Invisible Palestinians: The Hidden Struggle for Inclusion."
In this episode of Adventures in Jewish Studies, host Avishay Artsy and guest scholars Julia Watts Belser and nili Broyer discuss the connection between Jewish studies and disability studies.
The author argues that the prioritization of identity fragments, such as gender and race, can lead to a totalitarian trend in society.
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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Programming’s Antisemitism Failures; Buffalo Shooting and Great Replacement Theory
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs often fail to properly address antisemitism and misunderstand Jewish identity.
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Her son on the spectrum was mistreated at school. Thirteen years ago, she started a month for Jews with disabilities.
Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance, and Inclusion Month (JDAIM) was co-founded by Shelly Christensen in 2009.
The first American bat mitzvah occurred on March 18, 1922, marking its upcoming 100th anniversary.
This article discusses the intersection of Critical Race Theory (CRT) and its impact on Jewish individuals.