Racial Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion (REDI) Communities of Belonging

Jewish Groups' Statement on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Contact: Steve Feldman, smfeldman@urj.org, (732) 915-9676
Jewish tradition teaches of the Divine spark in every person. As Jewish groups that are committed to protecting and advancing the safety and security of our community, we know we have an invaluable tool to leverage: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives.

In the Footsteps of John Lewis: Why We Continue to March for Democracy

Noé Granados
Late last month, we celebrated the birthday of the late Representative John Lewis, who passed away in 2020. We remember his unwavering commitment to justice, fight against segregation, advocacy for voting rights, and commitment to getting into "good trouble."

Reform Movement Leaders Respond to the Introduction of Congresswoman Cori Bush’s Resolution Supporting Reparations for Black Americans

Contact: Laura Frank, lfrank@urj.org, 267-234-1497
Rabbi Jonah Dov Pesner and Yolanda Savage-Narva issued the following statement on behalf of the Union for Reform Judaism, Central Conference of American Rabbis, and wider Reform Movement in response to Representative Cori Bush’s introduction of a resolution supporting reparations for Black Americans.