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Youth & Teen Programs
From summer camps to youth groups, teen-powered social action to travel programs in Israel and around the world, there is a place for every young person to connect, learn, grow, and have fun.
Teaching Consent to Our Kids: A Lesson in Kavod (Respect)
Dr. Emily Teck shares how teaching and modeling consent is a form of teaching childern Kavod- respect. .
How to Argue, Discuss, and Disagree… in a Jewish Way
A sermon by Rabbi Jonathan Prosnit on how to be models of arguments a sermon by Rabbi Joonathan Prosnit on how to bring Jewish values into arguements.
Read and Discuss with Kids: "Regina Persisted"
Rabbi Rebecca Rosenthal shares the story of Regina Jonas, the first woman to be ordained as a rabbi, in her children's book "Regina Persisted: An Untold Story"
How to Help Young Children Embrace the Spirit of Hanukkah
BimBam’s animated videos spark connections to Judaism with compelling and engaging digital storytelling for kids, parents, and educators. Check out these Hanukkah videos.
A Holiday Travelogue: 9 Hanukkah Customs From Around the World
Here are nine countries around the world – some warm and some cold – that offer unique traditions that you and your family can use to spice up your Hanukkah celebrations.
Why Reform Judaism Opposes the Death Penalty
The Bible prescribes the death penalty for at least 36 transgressions, from intentional murder to cursing one’s parents, but the practice essentially ended when the rabbinic sages of the Talmud imposed preconditions and evidence requirements so rigorous as to make capital punishment a rarity. Jewish tradition essentially follows the position of Rabbis Tarfon and Akiba: never to impose capital punishment (Mishna Makkot 1:10).
Resources for Contacting Elected Officials
Use these resources with your congregation, youth group, or community. They will help you contact your local, state, provincial, or federal elected officials to communicate your thoughts about a social justice issue or piece of legislation important to you.
A Quick Guide to Pronouns
The URJ is dedicated to representing individuals across the gender spectrum, including those who are transgender, nonbinary, and gender non-conforming. An important component of this involves respecting others’ pronouns. If you’re not sure about where to start, here are a few frequently asked questions about pronouns, their relation to gender, and how to properly use them.