Jewish Center for Justice

ABOUT
ADVOCACY
COHORTS
BLOG
DONATE

Select Page

Watch: Jewish Community Response to Capitol Siege

by Jewish Center for Justice | Jan 11, 2021 | Activism, Anti-Semitism, Events, Featured, Ideas, JCJ Blog, Judaism

On Friday, January 8, 2021, Jewish Center for Justice Executive Director Rabbi Joel Simonds moderated a panel for the Jewish Democratic Council of America (JDCA), a conversation which featured Congresswoman Susan Wild, Congressman Brad Schneider, Congressman Mike...

Our Jewish identities cannot erase our racial identities

by Jewish Center for Justice | Jul 29, 2020 | Anti-Semitism, Cohorts, Featured, Ideas, JCJ Blog, Judaism, Racial Justice

My Jewish education has made me who I am today. It has taught me to learn, question, and debate Jewish texts. It has taught me to be proud of Jewish culture and customs. It taught me how to read, write, and speak Hebrew. It has taught me to remember the Holocaust. It...

Our Country Cannot Afford to Ignore Anti-Semitism

by Jewish Center for Justice | Mar 15, 2019 | Activism, Anti-Semitism, Featured, Israel, JCJ Blog

By Gabi Becher Throughout my seven years at a small, warm Jewish elementary school in Los Angeles, I was taught to love being Jewish and to love the state of Israel. The culture, food, language, history and people have always fascinated me. Further, when I met...

Search for:

Blog

Letter to Governor Newsom: Expand emergency paid sick days for California’s families
JCJ Board of Directors Adds Two New Members
Watch: Jewish Community Response to Capitol Siege
JCJ Responds to violence, coup attempt in Washington, DC
VIDEO: What happened in 2020?

▶️ Watch JCJ’s 2020 Video Recap ▶️

Get News & Updates from JCJ

Stay up to date with news and opportunities to get involved.

Name
First Last
Email
Okay to text?
Yes, you have my permission to text me.
JCJ may send occasional texts about special events or opportunities. (You can opt out any time.)
Mobile Phone
I’m most interested in supporting…
- Women’s Rights
- The Environment
- Economic Justice
- Voting Rights
- LBGTQ Rights
- Racial Justice
- Immigration Reform
- Criminal Justice Reform
- Gun Violence Prevention
- Protecting Israel
I’d like to know more about…
- Events & Gatherings
- Education & Learning
- Leadership Development
- Advocacy & Activism
- Joining a Cohort
- Donating
Help JCJ Magnify Our Impact…

CLICK HERE to make an online donation (opens a new tab).
Phone
This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

Clergy Council

Build a network of fellow justice minded clergy members. Offer faith-based insights on JCJ resources and insider briefings. Create resources for sermons, text studies, and other educational opportunities.

Name
First Last
Email
Phone
College Attended
Seminary
Jewish community affiliations, past affiliations
Who are some of your rabbinic/Jewish communal mentors?
What issues of Justice are you most concerned about as a Jewish communal leader?
What leadership skills are you hoping to gain from this experience?
Current Activities (job, hobbies, etc.)
What else we should know about you?
(Social media, strengths or skills, experiences, aspirations)
Email
This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

Lawyer’s Committee

Leverage your legal skills on social justice issues in JCJ’s portfolio. Monitor legislation and help JCJ interpret key legal decisions with advice, strategy, and insights. Work with issue-area experts to help JCJ craft public positions and statements.

Name
First Last
Email
Phone
College Attended
Law School
Jewish community affiliations, past affiliations
(Synagogue, organizations, youth movement, Hillel)
What are your areas of legal interest or expertise?
What issues of Justice are you most interested in?
Current Activities (job, hobbies, etc.)
What else we should know about you?
(Social media, strengths or skills, experiences, aspirations)
Comments
This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

Seminary Cohort

Receive social justice focused education in monthly mentor sessions and in-person advocacy trainings. Engage in study and leadership development based on the social justice issues of our tradition. Find your authentic voice and learn why a well-crafted justice rabbinate is so necessary.

Name
First Last
Email
Phone
College Attended
Seminary
Jewish community affiliations, past affiliations
Who are some of your rabbinic/Jewish communal mentors?
What issues of Justice are you most concerned about as a Jewish communal leader?
What leadership skills are you hoping to gain from this experience?
Current Activities (job, hobbies, etc.)
What else we should know about you?
(Social media, strengths or skills, experiences, aspirations)
Name
This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

College Cohort

Receive personalized mentorship from JCJ Executive Director Rabbi Joel Simonds | Collaborate with college activists and network with JCJ constituents | Hone your passion for Judaism and justice while becoming an on campus leader

Name*
First Last
Email*
Phone number
Name of university / college*
Year in School*
What is your major / field of study?*
Tell us a little bit about why you want to be a JCJ college fellow*
What social justice issues interest you the most?*
Have you had experience as an activist / advocate in the past? If so, please elaborate. (Note: Prior experience not required for consideration)*
Who is your favorite character from any TV show?*
Phone
This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

Teen Cohort

Learn leadership and advocacy skills alongside other teen activists | Attend events, rallies, lobby meetings, and conferences in Los Angeles and throughout California | Participate in advocacy sessions from the JCJ office monthly

Name*
First Last
Email*
Phone Number
Year in School*
Name of High School*
Year in High School*
Tell us a little bit about why do you want to be a high school fellow.*
What are some skills you hope to learn or improve as a JCJ high school fellow?*
What social justice issues interest you the most?*
Have you had experience as an activist / advocate in the past? If so, please elaborate. (Note: Prior experience not required for consideration)*
What are your favorite foods/snacks? Do you have any dietary restrictions?*
Name
This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

Watch: Jewish Community Response to Capitol Siege

Our Jewish identities cannot erase our racial identities

Our Country Cannot Afford to Ignore Anti-Semitism

Blog

Categories

▶️ Watch JCJ’s 2020 Video Recap ▶️