Housing in the DC Budget
Join the Housing Security Working Group for a refresher on the budget process and to learn about the programs and policies we'll be pushing for alongside our partners.
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Montgomery County Racial Equity and Policing Team Meeting
Jewish sacred texts declare that destroying even one life is akin to destroying a whole world. But here in Montgomery County, lives are destroyed every day, especially Black and brown lives, by our systems of policing and school discipline. Join us for our next team meeting to discuss ongoing campaigns to transform public safety in our County.
Social Justice Seder: Let my people grow
Beth Am Synagogue 2501 Eutaw Place, Baltimore, MDEach spring, the Social Justice Seder celebrates the freedom story of the Exodus by connecting it to present day struggles, delivering the tools to take action, and celebrating with food, friends, and song. This year’s Seder, “Let my people grow,” will explore the fight for youth justice and the campaign to let all of Maryland’s children, and their children, and their children’s children break the chains of the criminal legal system and live in freedom.
Labor Seder: Let all who are hungry come and eat
The Festival Center 1640 Columbia Rd NW, Washington, DCEach spring, the Labor Seder celebrates the freedom story of the Exodus by connecting it to present day struggles, delivering the tools to take action, and celebrating with food, friends, and song. This year’s Seder, "Let all who are hungry come and eat," will examine how the fight for liberation is reflected in DC street vendors' campaign to be recognized as part of our city's vibrant and diverse community.
DC Economic Justice Working Group: April Meeting
The Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism 2027 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DCEveryone in DC should have what the Torah calls dei machsoro, resources sufficient to meet their needs. Join our Economic Justice Working Group meeting on Zoom or in person to discuss our current campaigns, and how we are working with our partners to build a DC where everyone can live and thrive.
Maryland Community Meeting and Session Debrief
Join us for our last Maryland Community Meeting of the legislative cycle to review what we accomplished during this past state session! There is an optional schmooze session at 7:30 PM, and the full meeting will begin at 8 PM.
What’s At Stake in the Montgomery County Board of Education Primary Elections?
How is the Montgomery County Board of Education structured? Who are the candidates running for the primary election this year? How are Board of Education races different from the other races on the 2024 primary ballot? And why do Board of Education races matter, especially for the issue areas JUFJ focuses on, such as restorative justice?
Find out answers to all of these questions at JUFJ's virtual What's at Stake in the 2024 Board of Education Primary Elections program on Sunday, April 28 at 3:00 PM, where we'll give you the tools you need to vote your values in this critical primary election.
DC Housing Security Working Group April (kinda) Meeting
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. (We moved this back a week so it wasn't during Passover!)
Baltimore Action Team Meeting
Join JUFJers from across Baltimore to discuss our ongoing issue campaign work. We will share updates for all the local campaigns and brainstorm on how to move the work forward.
Montgomery County Racial Equity and Policing Team Meeting
Jewish sacred texts declare that destroying even one life is akin to destroying a whole world. But here in Montgomery County, lives are destroyed every day, especially Black and brown lives, by our systems of policing and school discipline. Join us for our next team meeting to discuss ongoing campaigns to transform public safety in our County.
Maryland Youth Justice Working Group Meeting
Jewish sacred texts teach us that the world was created with both justice and mercy. Here in Maryland, children who are charged with certain crimes are sentenced as if they were adults. That is neither just nor merciful. Join JUFJ's youth justice working group as we discuss the campaign to pass the Youth Equity and Safety (YES) Act.
Montgomery County Housing Team Meeting
Jewish sacred texts recognize that having safe, stable housing is key to a healthy society. Join us for our next Montgomery County Housing Team meeting to get updates about our ongoing campaigns, learn organizing skills, and take action together.
DC Economic Justice Working Group: May Meeting
The Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism 2027 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DCEveryone in DC should have what the Torah calls dei machsoro, resources sufficient to meet their needs. Join our Economic Justice Working Group meeting on Zoom or in person to discuss our current campaigns, and how we are working with our partners to build a DC where everyone can live and thrive.
Baltimore Action Team Meeting
Join JUFJers from across Baltimore to discuss our ongoing issue campaign work. We will share updates for all the local campaigns and brainstorm on how to move the work forward.
Fair Share for Maryland Working Group Meeting
Jewish tradition teaches that in a just world, all people — regardless of race, income, or zip code — would have what the Torah calls dei machsoro, resources sufficient for their needs. Join JUFJ's Fair Share for Maryland Working Group as we work to pass the Fair Share for Maryland Plan so corporations and the wealthiest pay their fair share.
DC Housing Security Working Group May Meeting
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.
Maryland Youth Justice Coalition Town Hall
Join the Maryland Youth Justice Coalition as they discuss HB 814. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn more about MYJC, the impact of the legislation, and opportunities to be engaged in youth justice advocacy efforts put forth by the coalition. Attendees will also be able to participate in a Q&A discussion.
Fanning the Flames of Activism: A Lag B’Omer Phonebank
Join JUFJ for Lag B’Omer on May 26th from 7:30 PM-9:00 PM as we enjoy a bonfire and phonebank to mobilize our community around DC Council’s budget vote.
DC Budget Call-in Power Hour
We're in the last leg of our DC Budget advocacy, and the Mayor and the Council still haven't fully funded key housing programs like housing vouchers and rental assistance. Join JUJFers to call DC Councilmembers to tell them to raise taxes on DC's wealthiest residents to fund these vital programs. We'll meet on Zoom on Tuesday, May 28 from 7-8pm to make the calls. A Zoom link will be sent ahead of the call.
Baltimore Action Team Meeting
Join JUFJers from across Baltimore to discuss our ongoing issue campaign work. We will share updates for all the local campaigns and brainstorm on how to move the work forward.
