Or Ami Programming Awards

Established in 1973, WRJ’s Or Ami “Light of My People” Award for Special Achievement in Programming recognizes exemplary events that can serve as a model for other WRJ Districts and sisterhoods. These awards honor those WRJ-affiliated women’s groups/sisterhoods and WRJ Districts undertaking replicable programs or projects of distinctive character and significance. 

Applications are currently being accepted for programs that occurred between July 1, 2022, and June 30, 2025. Applications must be submitted by July 31, 2025. Before you apply, read the instructions and guidelines.

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Those whose programs and projects are selected as recipients will be announced by email/on WRJ’s website in Fall/Winter 2025 and recognized in early 2026. All programs and projects will be available on the Women of Reform Judaism website and in other resources. 

For more information about applications or how to replicate these award-winning programs in your community, please contact WRJ Program Associate Talia Blank at tblank@wrj.org 

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Past Award Winners

The previous award-winning programs are useful resources for WRJ Districts and sisterhoods looking for new program and advocacy ideas as they can be replicated, adapted, or taken in new directions. For more information on specific projects, please contact the WRJ District or sisterhood directly, using the provided link.

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Group photo from Jewtina Fellowship