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The Path Forward on Abortion Resource Guide

Here are some resources and actions to protect and advance abortion access, including assistance for people seeking abortions and the organizations that provide that healthcare.

We Are, We Are, We Are, WRJ

Shari Carruthers
Lillian Burkenheim Silver
In October 2022, 88 of us traveled from across North America to Atlanta to join other sisters on the WRJ Civil Rights Journey. Armed with articles, movies, books, and memories about the fight for racial equality in the 1950s and 1960s, we visited historical landmarks in Atlanta, Montgomery, Selma, and Birmingham. We found what we knew intellectually was no match for walking in the footsteps of those who were there and have continued to advocate and advance racial equality. As we kick off WRJ’s end-of-year campaign, we reflect on the impact of this trip and the work still to be done.

On Comprehensive Reproductive Care and Supporting Israel

Debbie Friedman

Women of Reform Judaism was proud to bring together nearly 350 participants to Washington D.C. for our inaugural Rabbi Marla J. Feldman Social Justice Conference. After three days full of sisterhood, spirituality, and social justice, most attendees travelled

The Living and Breathing Embodiments of WRJ's Mission

Rachel Ciraldo

On April 7, after completing my lobby visits, I strolled through the Botanical Gardens and then the National Gallery of Art. As I completed my Smithsonian visits and exited the museum, I looked back at the clean, sharp white lines of the Capitol building

The Power of Acting Together

Barbara Weinstein

“The passion for social justice is reflected in the ancient words of our prophets and sages and in the declarations of our Movement’s leaders throughout its history. The ancient command ‘Tzedek, Tzedek Tirdof! Justice, justice, shall you seek!’ constantly

Don't Miss Out!

Judy Landis
Jane Taves

The countdown is on!  In just a few days registration will close for the 2025 Rabbi Marla J. Feldman Social Justice Conference (SJC). Don’t miss this opportunity to gather, advocate, and form community around social justice. Now is the time to raise our voices

Judaism in Action

Hannah Ellenson

“WRJ is the place where I can put my Judaism into action.” I heard this during a conversation with a District President about why she is involved with WRJ, and honestly, it felt holy. She told me that her Jewish practice comes alive with WRJ.  

During my time

With Hope, We Carry On

Rena Crawford
Jessica Cadmus
Michelle Scheinkopf
Hannah Ellenson

As we once again come up on Parashat Mishpatim, the portion of the Torah that contains the verses commonly referred to as the foundation of Judaism’s approach to reproductive health, rights, and justice, we will celebrate Repro Shabbat. You can find out more

Social Justice Conference is For All, Even Canadians!

Sara B. Charney

Are you curious about social justice? Do you stay current with the issues that affect women* the most? What does it mean to be an empowered advocate through a Jewish feminist lens? Whether you are a social justice novice or a seasoned advocate, you belong at t

We Start Here, and We Start Now

Linda Kline

November 5, 2024. It was a day many of us worked very hard to prepare for, both mentally and physically. Electing a president of the United States is a significant privilege. Many people were denied the right to vote for such a long time, and people lost their