The National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) is a grassroots organization of volunteers and advocates who turn progressive ideals into action. Inspired by Jewish values, NCJW strives for social justice by improving the quality of life for women, children, and families and by safeguarding individual rights and freedoms.
By NCJW Staff As refugees from Afghanistan begin to enter the U.S., NCJW advocates have moved into action to welcome those looking for a new home with open arms. NCJW Atlanta quickly formed an Afghan Resettlement Committee to work in coalition with refugee resettlement organizations, in addition to organizing fundraising…
Federal Courts Texas can ban common abortion procedure Last week, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals upheld a Texas law banning the standard abortion method used after 15 weeks of pregnancy, dilation and evacuation (called D&E). Texas passed the law in 2017, and it was initially struck down by a…
Federal Courts Votes on judicial nominees expected following Senate recess Three circuit court nominees supported by NCJW are awaiting Senate votes when they return from August recess: Chief Judge Gustavo Gelpí to the United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit, Myrna Pérez to the United States Court of…
Federal Courts Senate confirms public defender for a lifetime appointment On August 7, the Senate confirmed Eunice Lee to the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit, 50-47. Lee has spent her career ensuring her clients’ constitutional and statutory rights are protected throughout the criminal process, representing over…
Federal Courts Critical committee vote on voting rights expert for Second Circuit The Senate Judiciary Committee is expected to vote on the nomination of Myrna Pérez to the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit on Thursday, August 5. Pérez is widely considered one of our nation’s top…
Reproductive Health, Rights, and Justice House passes appropriations bills without abortion coverage bans This week, lawmakers in the House of Representatives achieved historic victories for reproductive freedom. On July 28, the House passed the FY22 State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs spending bill (HR 4373), which would permanently repeal the…
