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.
The following reflections were sent by NCJW CEO Sheila Katz to NCJW advocates on Thanksgiving. Judaism offers us the ultimate framework for a daily thank you: Modeh Ani, “I give thanks,” a prayer of gratitude for a new day. Traditionally, the Modeh Ani is said each morning. As we approach…
Originally published by The Guardian November 22, 2024 By Erum Salam and Martin Pengelly The Texas board of education voted 8-7 on Friday to approve a new Bible-based curriculum in elementary schools. The curriculum, called “Bluebonnet Learning”, could be implemented as soon as August 2025 and affects English and language arts teaching…
November 4, 2024 The Honorable Shalanda Young Director United States Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street, NW Washington, DC 20503 Dear Director Young, Since our founding in 1893, National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) has boldly imagined a world where women, children, and families are fully valued and…
As lawmakers returned to Washington, DC to complete their work during the remaining days of the 118th Congress, National Council of Jewish Women sent this letter urging Congress to utilize the lame-duck session to fill every vacancy on our federal courts with equal justice judges and to pass key legislation…
Originally published by Jewish Telegraphic Agency, excerpt from “We asked Jewish leaders about their priorities under a second Trump term” November 10, 2024 By Sheila Katz, CEO of National Council of Jewish Women These are fraught times. For women, children, and families everywhere – our rights and our lives are…
Originally published by The Kansas City Jewish Chronicle October 23, 2024 By Ellen Alper and Phyllis Langsdorf, National Council of Jewish Women St. Louis So much is at stake. Our vision of a just, safe and equitable democracy hangs in the balance in this upcoming election. Nowhere is this clearer…
