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Empowering current and future leaders to build a more compassionate and just society

The Jewish Center for Justice is a distinguished social justice, education, and leadership development platform that meets each individual where they are in their journey to inspire change.

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“Through the Fellowship, I have been able to create tangible, positive change in our world while rooting myself in Jewish traditions.”
— Lisa F, College Fellow

A support system

“I greatly appreciate how JCJ has helped me grow both as a student and as a professional in my post-graduation ambitions.”
— Dahvi C, Former College Fellow

A deeper connection to Judaism

“JCJ provides a platform for me to advocate for legislation that aligns with my Jewish values while also creating meaningful relationships with the people I work with.”
— Jude H, High School Fellow

Empowering my daughter

“The JCJ fellowship program has helped her discover that her voice matters and that her contributions are meaningful.”
— Heather L, Parent

An opportunity few high schoolers have

“I jumped at the chance to travel to Sacramento again… because as teenagers, we need to start fighting for our future right now however we can.”

— Samantha A, JCJ LEAD Participant

The Micah D. Bycel Fund for Legislative Fellows

On August 27, 2022, the Jewish Center for Justice community suffered a devastating loss with the sudden and untimely death of Board Member Micah Bycel (z”l).

The JCJ community has created a special fund to honor Micah’s memory and secure his legacy. Micah was a kind and compassionate soul. He saw a broken world and was determined to make it better for his kids and the next generation. In his honor, The Micah D. Bycel Fund for Legislative Fellows will help shape the next generation of Jewish justice activists.

In addition to the Fund, we have renamed the program, The Micah D. Bycel Legislative Fellowship. All future fellows will learn of Micah’s memory and advocate for justice in his honor.

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As we mark one year since the horrifying terror attacks of October 7th, we find ourselves in a moment of reflection—on the grief, the impact, and the resilience we’ve witnessed within our community.

For many of us, this past year has brought challenges in how we express our Jewish identity and navigate difficult conversations about Israel. Yet, it has also strengthened our bonds and our resolve to stand together, even in moments of profound division.

Let’s honor the lives lost, uplift each other, and continue to seek paths toward healing and understanding. Watch our tribute to all those we lost on, and since, October 7th.

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