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Or Ami Awards: Submit Your Program Today!

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What does it mean to “be a light?” These three words are packed with power, motivation, and inspiration. They are words that can prompt us to take action, to make a difference, and to shine from within.

I’ve used these three words a lot lately in my social

Don't Miss Out!

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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

Choosing Judaism, Choosing Sisterhood

Karen Goldberg

I did not grow up Jewish, but now, I cannot imagine my life without Reform Judaism. Being Jewish is a fundamental part of who I am. It has helped shape my values, perspectives, and all that I do. My love of storytelling, social justice, Torah, and Israel fuel

A Privilege and A Sacred Duty

Rabbi Marla J. Feldman

Anyone who has been to a Women of Reform Judaism (WRJ) worship service knows that the moment we hear Debbie Friedman’s Miriam’s Song, there will be a spontaneous surge of women leaping out of their seats to re-enact the moment of unbridled joy at our ancestors

Let’s Be Welcoming and Inclusive

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As Women of Reform Judaism who live our progressive values, we make every effort to welcome and include people when they join us for events and programs. We are all aware that it only takes one instance of feeling unwelcome for someone to say, “I’m never going

WRJ Microgrants: Applications NOW OPEN!

Sherri Feuer

Is your WRJ-affiliated women’s group planning an outstanding engagement, social justice, or advocacy project or program that could serve as a model for other women’s groups?  If so, take note—you may be able to qualify for a microgrant to help you defray the

Handmaids Show Up for Israeli Democracy

Shoshana Dweck, VP of Social Justice, Temple Shaaray Tefila, Bedford Corners, NY

“Astonishing.”

That is the word acclaimed author Margaret Atwood chose to describe images of protestors marching as “handmaids.” It is astonishing and inspiring to see the sea of red and white in the middle of the protests. It is astonishing and

Celebrating Women Who Tell Our Stories

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March is Women’s History Month, a celebration that recognizes and celebrates the contributions of women throughout the nation’s history. This year’s Women’s History Month theme is “Celebrating Women Who Tell Our Stories.” At the Religious Action Center of

Four Tips for In-Person District Conventions

Just as the Israelites struggled with their post-slavery life after leaving Egypt, so do we find ourselves facing uncertainty as we navigate our post-pandemic freedom. Which parts of our Zoom world do we want to keep? Which parts do we want to cast away? What skills have we honed and which habits should we cast aside? Here are four things to consider as we gather together in person at the upcoming conventions in March, and at upcoming Sisterhood events.