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Gun Violence Prevention: Jewish Values
Jewish Values and Gun Violence Prevention Jewish Tradition Jewish tradition emphasizes the sanctity and primary value of human life. The Bible commands us, "Thou shalt not murder" (Exodus 20:13).
Gun Violence Prevention: Legislative Summary
Coalition to Stop Gun Violence - National Legislation Page Amongst other things, the Coalition to Stop Gun Violence closely monitors gun-related legislation on Capitol Hill and educates lawmakers and their staff about the need to enact sensible gun laws to reduce gun violence in America.
Jewish Resources for Coping with Acts of Terror and Violence
In the wake of senseless violence, we mourn, we come together, we offer words of condolence – and we ask how we can prevent these tragedies from happening again.
Anti-Gun Violence Coalition
Anti-Gun Violence Coalition Community Contact Information: Temple Beth El Charlotte, NC www.beth-el.com Goals: Educate the community about issues of gun control. Engage the Jewish and general community in peaceful assembly against gun violence.
April is Genocide Prevention Month
April is Genocide Prevention Month: a time to reflect upon the tragedy of past genocides, recognize current mass atrocities and fight for peace.
L'Taken: In the News
News articles and blog posts written by and about L'Taken participants.
Jewish Resources for Coping after the Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting
The horrific and deadly attack on Tree of Life – Or L’Simcha Congregation in Pittsburgh marks one of the darkest days in American Jewish history.
#MeToo Movement One Year Later
Over a decade before #MeToo took over the internet, activist Tarana Burke was working to empower and heal young survivors of sexual violence.
The Importance of the Violence Against Women Act
Today I had the opportunity to attend a briefing at the White House titled “The Importance of the Violence Against Women Act.” The event was introduced by
In the Wake of Tragedy: Resources for Coping after the Pittsburgh Synagogue Shootings
All of us are hurting as we try to make sense of the horrific and deadly attack on Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh.