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Hineinu: Inclusion and Employment Practices
Accessibility means that Jews with disabilities not only have access to buildings and lifecycle events but to all things Jewish, including jobs.
Hineinu: Inclusion and Educational Programs
"Every member of the people of Israel is obligated to study Torah—regardless of whether one is rich or poor, physically able or with physical disability." (Mishneh Torah, Hilchot Talmud Torah, 10) Jewish education is special education.
Hineinu: Inclusion and Youth Groups
For all teens, especially teens with disabilities, inclusion and acceptance into a group of their peers is important and valuable. Youth groups provide many opportunities for friendships, activities, learning, and leadership development.
Hineinu: Jewish Texts on Disability Inclusion
Jewish tradition teaches us of our obligation to ensure equal access for all people and to help facilitate the full participation of individuals with disabilities in religious and public life.
18 Ways Congregations Can Observe Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance, and Inclusion Month
During Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance, and Inclusion Month (and beyond!), congregations can do the following to raises awareness and foster inclusion in their communities.
Hineinu: Best Practices from Real Congregations
The following congregations are models of best practices in various facets of disability inclusion.
Bagels from Benny
In a retelling of a ancient folk tale, Benny's grandfather runs a bakery with the best bagels in town. When people thank Benny's grandpa for the bagels, he says that God is the one who should be thanked. Benny comes up with a creative way to thank God for the bagels, with a surprising result.
Travel Justly - Grant FAQ and Guidelines
Eligibility Applicants must be either a URJ congregation or affiliate institution (including summer camps and youth groups). Applications must demonstrate interest in educating and/or programming around environmental justice themes.
About GreenFaith: Jewish Values & RAC Partnership
In Genesis 2:15, humankind is commanded to "till and tend" the earth, to act as a steward and to safeguard the planet from destruction. How can we live up to the commandment to tend and to pass on the earth to the next generation?
GreenFaith Energy Shield: Program Information
What is the Energy Shield program? The Energy Shield is a 1-month program designed for synagogues to take action to reduce their carbon footprint and help their congregants do the same at home.