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Supporting Immigrants and Refugees In This Challenging Moment

Join us and take action to ensure that immigrants can worship freely and access critical educational and health care services without fear of arrest or deportation

Save the Date: URJ Biennial 2026

Join us December 10–13, 2026 in Philadelphia as we gather as a Movement for an unforgettable four-day immersive experience.

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Ethics Accountability

The safety of every person in our community is our sacred moral responsibility. This is, and always will be, our highest priority. Learn how to report incidents of harassment, abuse, or misconduct to the URJ or other Reform movement institutions.

Explore Judaism and LGBTQ+ Identities and Advocate for Justice

Register for events that explore Judaism and LGBTQ+ identities, take action for equal rights, download resources for promoting trans belonging and justice, and much more.

Press Releases

Reform Jewish Leader Condemns IRS Decree Allowing Houses of Worship to Endorse Candidates

July 8, 2025

"We are deeply alarmed by the IRS’s decision to allow houses of worship to endorse political candidates while maintaining their non-profit status."

Reform Jewish Leader Condemns Passage of Devastating Budget Bill

July 3, 2025

As a Reform Movement committed to lifting up the most vulnerable, this budget reconciliation bill is an immoral erosion of our socioeconomic fabric that will leave tens of thousands to needlessly suffer each year.

Reform Movement Responds to U.S.-Led Strikes on Iran’s Nuclear Infrastructure

June 22, 2025

The threat of a nuclear-armed Iran has struck fear in hearts around the world. Now, thanks to the decisive actions taken over the last week by Israel and the U.S., the overarching threat of a nuclear Iran has been diminished. 

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Faith, Justice, and Israel: Being Proud

July 7, 2025

I was shocked when Hadassah, The Women’s Zionist Organization of America, named me one of 2025’s 18 American Zionist Women You Should Know. I don’t feel I deserve this honor.

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Leadership Boot Camp: A Clean Page, Infinite Possibilities

June 30, 2025

The URJ is proud to once again bring Reform Movement leaders together for the URJ Leadership Boot Camp. On Sunday, October 26, hundreds of people from different facets of Reform Jewish life will gather online for great learning and motivate each other to amp up our terrific work.

9 Programs Empowering Jewish Teen Leaders

June 30, 2025

If you know a teen looking for an unforgettable experience that combines leadership, Jewish values, and community, look no further! Here are nine incredible programs to consider for the coming year.

This Week's Torah Portion

Balak
בָּלָק
Balak

Balak son of Zippor saw all that Israel had done to the Amorites. - Numbers 22:2

Torah

Numbers 22:2−25:9

Haftarah

Micah 5:6-6:8

When

July 12, 2025 / 16 Tammuz 5785

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Next Week's Torah Portion

PinchasPhinehasפִּינְחָס

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JHR: Manage Human Resources with Ease and Expertise

At JHR, we integrate Jewish values with organizational health and employee well-being to become your trusted Human Resources (HR) partner.

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The URJ-ADL Partnership to Combat Antisemitism and Hate

The URJ has joined with the Anti-Defamation League to provide congregations and individuals with tools to respond to acts of antisemitism and hate in their communities.

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