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Our Hearts are with the People of Israel and the Civilians in Gaza

As we pray for the safe return of all hostages, we reaffirm our call for a negotiated ceasefire and unimpeded humanitarian aid to innocent civilians in Gaza. See our resources and actions you can take.

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Honoring Rabbi David Saperstein: 50 Years at the RAC

For the past five decades, Rabbi Saperstein has contributed his brilliant mind, compassionate heart, and rich Jewish soul to build and strengthen the RAC. Watch the event that was held in his honor on October 30, make a donation, and add a note to the guest book.

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Sign Up for a REDI Workshop!

The URJ Racial Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (REDI) team offers a variety of free workshops which highlights the important year-round work. Register now.

Take Action

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Urge the Senate to pass the Women’s Health Protection Act

It’s time to codify abortion rights in law. Urge the Senate to pass the Women’s Health Protection Act, which would establish a legal right for health care providers to provide, and for their patients to receive, abortion services free of restrictions and bans that delay or obstruct access to care. The House passed the bill in September; now it’s time for the Senate to act.

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Support the Study and Development of Reparations for Slavery and Systemic Racism

The ongoing wounds of slavery and more than four centuries of entrenched racial oppression continues to impact every part of American society. Systemic disparities and injustices will endure unless proactive steps are taken to acknowledge and eliminate them. Urge your elected officials to cosponsor the Commission to Study and Develop Reparation Proposals for African-Americans Act (S. 40/H.R. 40).  

Press Releases

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Reform Jewish Leader Urges Congress to Protect Nonprofits

November 18, 2024, WASHINGTON - Today, the Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism sent the following letter to Congress urging opposition to H.R. 9495, which would grant the Secretary of the Treasury unilateral authority to revoke the tax-exempt status of nonprofits: Dear Member of Congress, On behalf of the Reform Jewish movement, including the Union for Reform Judaism encompassing 1.8 million
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Get Involved at The Local Level

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RAC in Your State

Our state-based affiliates in California, Illinois, New York, New Jersey, Florida, Pennsylvania, Ohio and Texas build power, mobilize congregations and engage the Reform Jewish community nationwide in the pursuit of justice.

Become a Leader

Leadership Development

We want to empower you to get involved and grow your leadership skills! The RAC hosts a wide variety of programs, conferences and events focusing on social justice, direct service, or legislative and policy action. From high school students to rabbis, you can find something for everyone here!
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What's New

Israel
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URJ and Israel: Post-October 7th Updates and Resources

Our hearts are with the people of Israel and the civilians in Gaza at this difficult time. We pray for the immediate release of all of the hostages, a negotiated ceasefire, unimpeded humanitarian aid to innocent civilians in Gaza, and a future of safety and self-determination for both Israelis and Palestinians.
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Ensuring Voices are Heard and Votes Counted

I enjoyed text-banking Ohio voters about the Citizens Not Politicians amendment through the RAC’s non-partisan Every Voice, Every Vote campaign. I felt that I was doing my part to repair the world while I was empowered by engaging with voters.
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Show your support for the RAC’s mission to educate, inspire, and mobilize the Reform Jewish Movement to advocate for social justice!

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