Jews of Color

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Books, Films, and More to Delve into Antiracism Work

Want to be more actively antiracist but feel unsure where to start? The Union for Reform Judaism shares resources that provide an informative and engaging look into institutional racism, privilege, and the lived experiences of Jews of Color.

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Tikkun Olam

Mourning, Broken, Afraid: A Letter to My Friends

Jessi Kingston

June 2, 2020

If you are my friend, know that I am mourning the heinous murder of George Floyd at the hands of four police officers who worked for a police department with a long history of excessive use of force against Black and Brown bodies.

Health and Wellness

Why Accessible Mental Health Services for Marginalized Populations Matters So Much, From the Perspective of a Jewish Practitioner

C.E. Harrison

Everlyn A. Hunter

Statistics paint a troubling picture that shows just how necessary improving access and quality of mental health is to minority communities now. These issues demand our attention, concern, and action.

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Jews of Color

What “Just Mercy” Means to Me as a Black Jew

C.E. Harrison

March 25, 2020

I carry the trauma of my ancestors, who were kidnapped and enslaved, who survived post-abolition racist terrorism, and who survived devastating Jim Crow laws. I also carry the history of the Jewish people, who have survived countless acts of violence, forced conversion, and genocide.

Racial Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion

Black, Bisexual, and Blessed: Navigating the World as a Queer Jew of Color

C.E. Harrison

Judaism acknowledges and celebrates the complex nature of human beings, and thus, the concept of audacious hospitality both honors and embraces the idea that each person within our community is “wholly Jewish.”