Ways Your Congregation Can Act Now for Racial Justice
Here are a few things your congregation can do now to support Black and Brown people both within the Jewish community and beyond, both directly and on a systemic level.
Supporting Immigrants and Refugees in This Challenging Moment
Background on recent Reform Movement statements, longstanding Reform Movement policies, and opportunities for action by individuals, congregations, and communities.
Community of Belonging Working Group: A Community Assessment
Over the course of 6 to 9 months, this working group will provide a thoughtful and compassionate assessment of your congregation’s belonging efforts—grounded in honest feedback from members whose voices are too often overlooked or unheard.
Community of Belonging: Definition & Guiding Principles
An equitable community of belonging is one in which people from all backgrounds and identities experience deep connection through both individual and collective encounters, are embraced and encouraged to be their true authentic selves, are in a space where they can fulfill a human emotional need, where distributed power is embraced, and everyone can contribute to the design of the ecosystem.
Co-Creating Cultures of Belonging: Transformative Consulting & Engaging Workshops
At the URJ, we specialize in consulting that helps organizations and congregations build truly inclusive Communities of Belonging. Let us help you create a space where every voice is heard-and everyone feels they truly belong.
