Events
DC's vibrant Jewish community, despite its strong involvement in civil life, is excluded from the basic American right of voting for its leaders. Join us as we take to the streets to educate out-of-town guests about DC's taxation without representation!
Our ancient texts remind us to ask the questions: "If I am not for myself, who will be for me? If I am only for myself, what am I? If not now, when?" (Pirkei Avot, 1:14). Representation for the District of Columbia is an issue that directly affects the DC Jewish community, and it is incumbent upon us to take action on our own behalf. In addition, we who are scholars, lawyers, and local leaders have a responsibility to champion this issue on behalf of the entire community. And, just months after a narrow defeat in the Senate, this issue is more timely and urgent than it has ever been.
Please note that this TLS is in a different location - it is not at the RAC!
Tikkun Leil Shabbat is a songful, soulful Shabbat service featuring a teaching about a social justice issue and followed by a potluck vegetarian dinner. Please bring a vegetarian dish to share.
For more information, click here .
Volunteering for Labor on the Bimah?
Come to our mandatory (but fun) volunteer training where you will hear all you need to know to successfully represent JUFJ at Labor on the Bimah.
We will be handing out brochures and materials for you to take with you - so please don't miss this important evening even if you are a seasoned volunteer with the organization!
In appreciation we will, of course, feed you pizza.
RSVP to Sonya@jufj.org to let Sonya know you will attend.
Tikkun Leil Shabbat is a songful, soulful Shabbat service featuring a teaching about a social justice issue and followed by a potluck vegetarian dinner. Please bring a vegetarian dish to share.
For more information, click here .
Jews United for Justice shares information about events & opportunities sponsored by JUFJ allies, or information about local Jewish or inter-faith events and opportunities which concern local social justice issues, local anti-poverty work, or religious teachings about social justice issues.
It is up to our discretion whether or not to list a particular event or opportunity. No events will be listed which take place outside of the greater DC area, or which focus primarily on international issues. We may choose not to publicize events which take place on Shabbat (the Jewish Sabbath - from sundown Friday to sundown Saturday), or on Jewish holidays.
To submit an event or opportunity for consideration to be listed on our website please email us a one-paragraph description.
