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Clergy Series Resources
Below are resources that will be utilized or useful to review throughout your learning. Check back for updated resources. Shared Agreements I'm Jewish and Don't Identify as White. Why Must I Check That Box?
How to Be the Grownups that Creative Kids Need
Being able to nurture your child's creative talents is one of the most exciting and overwhelming aspects of parenting. URJ 6 Points Creative Arts Academy Director Jo-Ellen Unger explains how you can encourage your child's creative growth without over-programming them and their schedules.
Helping Today's Kids Grow Into Tomorrow's Adults
One of the hardest parts about being a parent is preparing your children for when they leave home. Watch the video below to see Jordanna Flores, director of year-round programs at URJ Camp Newman, explain how sending your kids to camp can prepare them to be resilient and independent adults.
Status of Economic Justice in the U.S.
In the context of over a decade of significant economic setbacks, including the Great Recession (December 2007-June 2009), there are too many Americans struggling against poverty.
Capital L'Taken
The RAC L'Taken Team is pleased to offer a 1-day, in-person Capital L'Taken in the DC Metro area. This program is open to delegations within driving distance that will not need to stay overnight.
Five Ways to Be an Ally to People with Disabilities
This month, as we highlight disability inclusion and work toward disability inclusion in our Jewish communities all year long, here are five easy ways to be an individual ally to people with disabilities.
Join the Double Booked Conversation
Continue the conversation on social media! Follow the RAC ( @theRAC) or our Deputy Director Rachel Laser ( @rachelklaser) on Twitter, anduse the hashtag #doublebookedto bring our ideas and shared experiences to your friends and family. Or share your comments with the RAC on Facebook!
Take Action on Working Families Issues
Lift your voice and tell your Senators and Representatives to take action on these important policy issues that affect working families : Support the Equal Rights Amendment Urge Congress to Support SNAP Support Housing for Low-Income Families Pass the Paycheck Fairness Act Raise the Minimum Wage
From the Pages of History: Reform Judaism and Social Justice
The attitude of Reform Judaism toward labor and social justice was formulated at the thirtieth biennial convention of the Union of American Hebrew Congregations (now the URJ), following a long and heated discussion of the subject.