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Urgency of Now Initiative
In 2017, the Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism launched the Urgency of Now Initiative on behalf of the Reform Jewish Movement Developing a strong network of active and empowered congregations is imperative to the sacred work of תקון עולם (tikkun olam), repairing the world.
Resolution on Mandatory Immunization Laws
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Submitted by the Commission on Social Action of Reform Judaism
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Resolution on the Rights of Transgender and Gender Non-Conforming People
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Submitted by the Commission on Social Action of Reform Judaism
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Resolution on Predatory Lending Practices
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Borrowing money can make it possible to secure a home or a car or to escape poverty. Ideally, everyone would have access to credit and loans, regardless of income, citizenship, or race. However, the reality is that not all borrowers can obtain loans from the prime market with competitive interest rates.
Resolution in Support of Paid Family Leave
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Submitted by the Commission on Social Action of Reform Judaism
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CHESED Social Action Program for Youth
Monthly social action activities for families with children grades K-3.
Chicago Sinai/Schiller School Partnership
Congregation adopts local at-risk public school.
Children of Jerusalem, Families of Faith
An interfaith program to discuss the Israeli-Palestinian conflict including a lecture, painting exhibition and a series of community dialogues.
Children’s Initiative – Connecting to our Community; Bridges to Benefits
Program to train social service agencies on how to help at-risk families become aware of public resources available to them.
Christmas Dinner for the Hungry
Congregation sponsors an annual Christmas Dinner for their local homeless, distributing meals, toys and care packages to families in need.