WRJ & Voting Rights
Until 1920, women did not have the right to vote—and over a century later—barriers to prevent individuals from voting are still prevalent. Voting affects all our social justice issues, and in order to maintain a robust democratic society, it is crucial for as many eligible voters as possible to easily be able to vote.
WRJ knows that within a thriving democracy, we cannot actively advocate for our highest priority advocacy priorities.
Action options:
Day of Action participants are welcome to use the following actions as replicable programs for groups or individuals either in an in person or virtual setting.
- Actions for a sisterhood and/or organization to do in person
- Actions for a sisterhood and/or organization to do virtually
- Actions for one person or a small group to do
Jewish Framing
History shows us that Jews benefit from living and participating in democratic processes. Our tradition teaches us that we have a moral imperative to pursue justice and to speak out against oppression. Voting provides each of us an opportunity to use our voice. We must advocate for free and fair elections for ourselves and every individual living within a democratic system. As it is written, “Thus said Adonai Tz’vaot: Execute true justice, deal loyally and compassionately with one another. Do not defraud the widow, the orphan, the stranger, and the poor; and do not plot evil against one another. (Zechariah 7:9-10)”
For further information please visit the Day of Action homepage.
For additional resources or further guidance, please reach Rena Crawford, WRJ Social Justice Manager, rcrawford@wrj.org.
WRJ Day of Action
