Leading with the principle of Tikkun Olam, WRJ mobilizes collective action for various causes to create a more just and compassionate world for people of all backgrounds and identities. From abortion access to sexual harassment and assault to pay equity and racial justice, WRJ empowers women to use their voices and cultivate the next generation of Reform Jewish leaders through education, advocacy, and action.
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Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
WRJ is committed to diverse identities and wants supporters to experience a sense of belonging as their authentic selves.
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Growing My Circle of Sisterhood
When I think about the three pillars of WRJ, it is difficult to assign a level of importance to one over the others. That said, I will write about the one that brought me to Women of Reform Judaism in the first place, “sisterhood.” When we moved to Maryland from Forest Hills, New York, in 1984 my
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My Reflection as WRJ's Legislative Assistant
I first learned about Women of Reform Judaism (WRJ) at NFTY convention in 2019. In a crowded convention hall, many of the URJ’s affiliate organizations and programs were there to advertise themselves to the hundreds of students who had gathered in Dallas, Texas. I remembered being intrigued; I had
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Finding My Personal Pillars at FWC
My journey within Women of Reform Judaism, although still very much in its beginning stages, has had a profound impact on my connection to Judaism. Having recently converted, I wasn’t sure where I would belong within the organization. WRJ is founded on the three pillars of sisterhood, spirituality