The Voice of the Reform Movement
The Union for Reform Judaism represents a vibrant network of 825 Reform synagogues across North America, which foster serious Jewish learning, sacred community, and prophetic justice. As the central address for this congregational network, the URJ speaks on behalf of the entire Reform Movement on a wide range of topics ranging from Jewish observance and ritual, community relations, social justice and much more.
Through our public relations efforts, the URJ expands the reach of our member congregations via the URJ’s trusted leaders, who are quoted frequently in the Jewish and mainstream press and serve to elevate the Reform Movement's values of diversity, inclusion, modernity. Follow the URJ and Reform Movement leaders on social media.
If you would like information about a press release issued before 2001, or any other communications related information, contact the press room. You may also be interested in press releases from the Religious Action Center.
Arrest Warrant for Sudanese President Makes Strong Statement Against Genocide
Saperstein: "The International Criminal Courts decision to issue an arrest warrant for Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir represents a step toward justice both in Sudan and in the international fight for human rights."
Saperstein, Faith Leaders Stress Critical Need for Immigraton Reform
"Our current system provides inadequate legal protections for immigrants and has become a system of justice delayed and denied."
Pass a Recovery Package that Invests in Our Communities
Pelavin: "Investments in the package should be judged on whether they create jobs, provide relief to our most struggling communities and begin the effort for a cleaner, more innovative American economy."
Saperstein to Serve on Obama's Advisory Council on Faith-Based Issues
Saperstein to Serve on Obamas Advisory Council on Faith-Based Issues "This unique opportunity will enhance the Reform Movements ability to speak out publicly and robustly, both when we agree and disagree with the White Houses policies."
Expansion of Children's Health Insurance Will Cover 4 Million More Kids
Saperstein: "This overdue legislation will provide a much-needed safety net for our nations families who are struggling in the current economic crisis."