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DC Housing Security Working Group December Meeting

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Care about affordable housing in DC? Want to be part of a committed group advocating for all DC residents to have secure housing? Join JUFJ's Housing Security Working Group!

Candle Lighting at Union Market

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Union Market
1309 5th St NE, Washington, DC

Come join JUFJ at Union Market to light the Menorah!

DC Economic Justice Working Group: January Social

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Aslin Beer Company
1740 14th St NW, Washington, DC

Everyone in DC should have what the Torah calls dei machsoro, resources sufficient to meet their needs. Join our Economic Justice Working Group for our first social gathering of 2023! We'll meet in person outdoors, schmooze over food and drinks, and discuss our current campaigns, and how we are working with our partners to build a DC where everyone can live and thrive.

DC Housing Security Working Group January Meeting

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Jewish sacred texts recognize that having safe, stable housing is key to a healthy society. Join our Housing Security Working Group meeting on Zoom to discuss our current campaigns, and how we are working with our partners to ensure that everyone in DC has a safe, stable, affordable place to live.

Better Nature: A DC Tu B’Shvat Seder and Dinner

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Sixth & I
600 I Street, NW, Washington, DC

This Sunday and Monday mark Tu B’Shvat (the New Year of Trees), a holiday that some Jews celebrate by planting trees and remembering our commitments to the earth and the environment. Join us at 6th & I Historic Synagogue for a Tu B’Shvat seder. JUFJ organizer Jenna and Housing Security Working Group co-chair Charlotte will talk about the exciting Green New Deal for Housing that would help create environmentally sustainable affordable housing in DC. Plus four cups of wine!

DC Economic Justice Working Group: February Meeting

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The Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism
2027 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC

Everyone in DC should have what the Torah calls dei machsoro, resources sufficient to meet their needs. Join our Economic Justice Working Group for our first hybrid meeting of 2023! We'll meet in person at the Religious Action Center and on Zoom to discuss our current campaigns and how we are working with our partners to build a DC where everyone can live and thrive.

Be the Change: An Activism Workshop with 6th & I and the Edlavitch DC JCC

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Sixth & I
600 I Street, NW, Washington, DC

In an ever-changing world, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by both local and global issues. This training will break down the basics of activism, including strategies for effective storytelling, lobbying, and digital media, plus tips for planning or participating in a rally. Gain concrete skills, learn from experienced activists, and connect with others who want to make positive change in our community.

DC Housing Security Working Group February Meeting

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Jewish sacred texts recognize that having safe, stable housing is key to a healthy society. Join our Housing Security Working Group meeting on Zoom to help finalize our February house party and discuss our plans for our March budget work to organize and end homelessness!

DC House Party for Housing

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Join JUFJers, our partners, and Ward 4 neighbors to build community and power, learn how we can support our unhoused neighbors, and take action to end homelessness in the next DC budget.

DC Purim Prep

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The Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism
2027 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC

Purim is a joyful Jewish holiday that is often celebrated by passing out mishloach manot (bags of sweet gifts). This year, the first vote on the Street Vendor Advancement Act falls on Purim, and we’re headed to the Wilson Building to deliver mishloach manot to the vendors who are pushing for this bill to pass, to demonstrate our community’s support for their dignity and safety.

DC Purim Action

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The John A. Wilson Building
1350 Pennslyvania Ave NW, Washington, DC

Purim is a joyful Jewish holiday that is often celebrated by passing out mishloach manot (bags of sweet gifts). This year, the first vote on the Street Vendor Advancement Act falls on Purim, and we’re headed to the Wilson Building to deliver mishloach manot to the vendors who are pushing for this bill to pass, to demonstrate our community’s support for their dignity and safety.

Think Jewishly, Act Locally: Changemaking in DC’s Local Government

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Edlavitch DC JCC
1529 16th St NW, Washington, DC

Many Jews feel called to the work of tikkun olam — repairing the world — but trying to solve global problems is far too much for one person. But one person can make a tremendous difference when we focus on what is happening right here. Join us for an interactive workshop with community organizers focused on building a more just Washington, DC. We’ll learn about how our local government works, and what each of us can do to make real change for the lives of our families, friends, and neighbors here in our own community.

DC Housing Security Working Group March Meeting

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The Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism
2027 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC

Jewish sacred texts recognize that having safe, stable housing is key to a healthy society. Join our Housing Security Working Group meeting in person or on Zoom to discuss our current campaigns, and how we are working with our partners to ensure that everyone in DC has a safe, stable, affordable place to live.

Think Jewishly, Act Locally: DC’s Budgets are Moral Documents

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Edlavitch DC JCC
1529 16th St NW, Washington, DC

The DC budget says a lot more than any politician’s speeches about what is truly valued by the people we elect to represent us. Join us to learn about the budget process, past victories for social justice won through budget campaigns, and what you can do right now to ensure that next year’s budget reflects the Jewish social justice values that many of us share.

Think Jewishly, Act Locally: Speak Your Truth to Power in DC

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Edlavitch DC JCC
1529 16th St NW, Washington, DC

One of the most effective ways to speak truth to power is to testify before the DC Council. Hearing the stories and personal narratives of constituents helps move elected officials to take action on the issues that really matter. Join us for a workshop on how to create meaningful written testimony based on your personal story and values. We’ll practice connecting your story to specific issues that are before the Council, and how to make policy change through righteous storytelling.

DC Economic Justice Working Group: April Meeting

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The Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism
2027 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC

Everyone in DC should have what the Torah calls dei machsoro, resources sufficient to meet their needs. Join our Economic Justice Working Group meeting in person or on Zoom to discuss our current campaigns, and how we are working with our partners to build a DC where everyone can live and thrive.

Under 3 DC Budget Advocacy Day

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The John A. Wilson Building
1350 Pennslyvania Ave NW, Washington, DC

Family is absolutely central to Judaism, from centuries of law and wisdom on raising our children to ancient guidelines for respecting our elders. All families, regardless of household income or family structure, should have the resources they need to thrive. But Mayor Bowser is proposing to cut tens of millions of dollars from the portion of the DC budget that helps pay childcare providers a fair wage.

DC Housing Security Working Group April Meeting

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The Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism
2027 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC

Jewish sacred texts recognize that having safe, stable housing is key to a healthy society. Join our Housing Security Working Group meeting in person or on Zoom to strategize for the next phase of our campaign to end homelessness in the FY24 DC Budget!

DC House Party for Housing

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Join JUFJers, our partners, and Ward 5 neighbors to build community and power, learn how we can support our unhoused neighbors, and take action to end homelessness in the next DC budget.