National Council of Jewish Women
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NCJW is a 132 year old Jewish feminist civil rights organization working for the full rights of women, children, and families in the United States and Israel.
After nearly two months of Americans worrying about how they will cover their bills, put food on the table, & afford skyrocketing health care costs, the Senate just agreed a shutdown ‘deal’ that gains nothing for working families.
Read our full statement: www.ncjw.org/news/ncjw-de...
Read our full statement: www.ncjw.org/news/ncjw-de...
NCJW Decries Senate Shutdown Deal Which Fails to Guarantee Affordable Health Care for Millions - National Council of Jewish Women
NCJW Decries Senate Shutdown Deal Which Fails to Guarantee Affordable Health Care for Millions
www.ncjw.org
November 11, 2025 at 3:31 AM
After nearly two months of Americans worrying about how they will cover their bills, put food on the table, & afford skyrocketing health care costs, the Senate just agreed a shutdown ‘deal’ that gains nothing for working families.
Read our full statement: www.ncjw.org/news/ncjw-de...
Read our full statement: www.ncjw.org/news/ncjw-de...
Shabbat Shalom!
This week we honor Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi as she announces her retirement from Congress, closing a historic chapter.
The first woman Speaker, she led with courage and compassion — championing women, children, and families.
This week we honor Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi as she announces her retirement from Congress, closing a historic chapter.
The first woman Speaker, she led with courage and compassion — championing women, children, and families.
November 7, 2025 at 9:08 PM
Shabbat Shalom!
This week we honor Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi as she announces her retirement from Congress, closing a historic chapter.
The first woman Speaker, she led with courage and compassion — championing women, children, and families.
This week we honor Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi as she announces her retirement from Congress, closing a historic chapter.
The first woman Speaker, she led with courage and compassion — championing women, children, and families.
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Today, we are announcing the formation of the Unite & Rise 8.5 Advisory Committee, a diverse group of leaders from business, faith, academic and tech sectors who will provide strategic counsel & elevate the campaign’s mission to protect through partnership. ➡️ www.lwv.org/newsroom/pre...
November 7, 2025 at 7:58 PM
Today, we are announcing the formation of the Unite & Rise 8.5 Advisory Committee, a diverse group of leaders from business, faith, academic and tech sectors who will provide strategic counsel & elevate the campaign’s mission to protect through partnership. ➡️ www.lwv.org/newsroom/pre...
This Shabbat, we invite you to read this beautiful prayer from our friends at @mazonusa.bsky.social. Right now, millions of Americans are struggling to put dinner on the table as they have lost November SNAP benefits. We pray for them and their families through these difficult times.
November 7, 2025 at 6:56 PM
This Shabbat, we invite you to read this beautiful prayer from our friends at @mazonusa.bsky.social. Right now, millions of Americans are struggling to put dinner on the table as they have lost November SNAP benefits. We pray for them and their families through these difficult times.
Courts matter!
A federal judge in Rhode Island has said the Trump administration must fully cover food stamp benefits for tens of millions of Americans in November. https://cnn.it/47KumOX
November 6, 2025 at 10:09 PM
Courts matter!
Millions of women, children, and families are hurting as vital programs disappear. The more we can tell these stories as Jewish advocates, the more we can reframe the public conversation. 💬 SHARE your story to help us show the real impact of these cuts.
www.ncjw.org/act/action/w...
www.ncjw.org/act/action/w...
We want to hear from you. - National Council of Jewish Women
We want to hear from you: How are cuts to essential programs impacting your family?
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November 6, 2025 at 9:29 PM
Millions of women, children, and families are hurting as vital programs disappear. The more we can tell these stories as Jewish advocates, the more we can reframe the public conversation. 💬 SHARE your story to help us show the real impact of these cuts.
www.ncjw.org/act/action/w...
www.ncjw.org/act/action/w...
Kol hakavod to all who cast their ballots this election! Your voice is your vote & it matters.
Thank you for doing your part to participate in our democracy & shape the future of our communities. Keep the momentum going — continue to engage, advocate, & inspire others to do the same.
Thank you for doing your part to participate in our democracy & shape the future of our communities. Keep the momentum going — continue to engage, advocate, & inspire others to do the same.
November 5, 2025 at 5:16 PM
Kol hakavod to all who cast their ballots this election! Your voice is your vote & it matters.
Thank you for doing your part to participate in our democracy & shape the future of our communities. Keep the momentum going — continue to engage, advocate, & inspire others to do the same.
Thank you for doing your part to participate in our democracy & shape the future of our communities. Keep the momentum going — continue to engage, advocate, & inspire others to do the same.
As of Nov 3, families nationwide will only get 50% of their SNAP benefits — not nearly enough to eat. Politics shouldn’t decide who eats. Our Jewish values call us to act. Contact your reps & push the White House to fully fund SNAP now.
November 3, 2025 at 8:35 PM
As of Nov 3, families nationwide will only get 50% of their SNAP benefits — not nearly enough to eat. Politics shouldn’t decide who eats. Our Jewish values call us to act. Contact your reps & push the White House to fully fund SNAP now.
As of Nov 3, families nationwide will only get 50% of their SNAP benefits — not nearly enough to eat. Politics shouldn’t decide who eats. Our Jewish values call us to act. Contact your reps & push the White House to fully fund SNAP now.
November 3, 2025 at 8:34 PM
As of Nov 3, families nationwide will only get 50% of their SNAP benefits — not nearly enough to eat. Politics shouldn’t decide who eats. Our Jewish values call us to act. Contact your reps & push the White House to fully fund SNAP now.
At NCJW, we believe in the power of every voice to create a more equitable and caring society. Make your voice heard. Encourage your friends and family to vote. Together, we will build the communities we deserve.
November 3, 2025 at 4:08 PM
At NCJW, we believe in the power of every voice to create a more equitable and caring society. Make your voice heard. Encourage your friends and family to vote. Together, we will build the communities we deserve.
We denounce the administration’s decision to suspend SNAP benefits starting tomorrow — a move that will leave 42M+ Americans, including children, seniors & people with disabilities, without critical food assistance amid the shutdown. Read our statement: www.ncjw.org/news/ncjw-te...
NCJW to USDA: Release Emergency Funds and Restore Nutrition Assistance for Millions of Families - National Council of Jewish Women
NCJW to USDA: Release Emergency Funds and Restore Nutrition Assistance for Millions of Families
www.ncjw.org
October 31, 2025 at 4:53 PM
We denounce the administration’s decision to suspend SNAP benefits starting tomorrow — a move that will leave 42M+ Americans, including children, seniors & people with disabilities, without critical food assistance amid the shutdown. Read our statement: www.ncjw.org/news/ncjw-te...
Today is #VoteEarlyDay! At NCJW, we believe our vote is our voice. When you vote early, you ensure that busy schedules, Election Day lines, or last minute problems won’t stop you from sharing your voice! Celebrate #VoteEarlyDay: 🗳️ Head to voteearlyday.org/vote
October 28, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Today is #VoteEarlyDay! At NCJW, we believe our vote is our voice. When you vote early, you ensure that busy schedules, Election Day lines, or last minute problems won’t stop you from sharing your voice! Celebrate #VoteEarlyDay: 🗳️ Head to voteearlyday.org/vote
42 million Americans will lose nutrition assistance Nov 1 unless the USDA releases readily available contingency funds to restore these benefits.
Our Jewish tradition calls on us to care for those in need. We call on USDA to use contingency funds now to feed hungry families.
Our Jewish tradition calls on us to care for those in need. We call on USDA to use contingency funds now to feed hungry families.
October 28, 2025 at 2:40 PM
42 million Americans will lose nutrition assistance Nov 1 unless the USDA releases readily available contingency funds to restore these benefits.
Our Jewish tradition calls on us to care for those in need. We call on USDA to use contingency funds now to feed hungry families.
Our Jewish tradition calls on us to care for those in need. We call on USDA to use contingency funds now to feed hungry families.
Today, we remember the 11 lives that were taken seven years ago in the Tree of Life tragedy. May their memories be a blessing & a call to action. Urge your lawmakers to pass the Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act to keep our communities safe: www.ncjw.org/act/action/a...
October 27, 2025 at 5:26 PM
Today, we remember the 11 lives that were taken seven years ago in the Tree of Life tragedy. May their memories be a blessing & a call to action. Urge your lawmakers to pass the Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act to keep our communities safe: www.ncjw.org/act/action/a...
Today is #DisabledWomensAwarenessDay. We’re fighting for pay equity for disabled women — ending segregated workplaces & subminimum wages. Rooted in the Jewish value of Kavod HaBri’ot respect & dignity for all. Take action to help close the gap: tinyurl.com/DWEPD25
October 23, 2025 at 2:56 PM
Today is #DisabledWomensAwarenessDay. We’re fighting for pay equity for disabled women — ending segregated workplaces & subminimum wages. Rooted in the Jewish value of Kavod HaBri’ot respect & dignity for all. Take action to help close the gap: tinyurl.com/DWEPD25
The government has been shut down for 22 days. 9 days in, NCJW’s Darcy Hirsh joined faith partners on the Hill to call for action. Nearly two weeks later — still no movement. Congress must act now to reopen the government and protect people over politics. www.ncjw.org/shutdown
#EndTheShutdown
#EndTheShutdown
Tell Congress: End the Shutdown & Protect Health Care for Millions - National Council of Jewish Women
Our lawmakers have a responsibility to protect and uplift every community. Join us in urging Congress to negotiate a spending compromise immediately that restarts government operations, protects healt...
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October 22, 2025 at 8:59 PM
The government has been shut down for 22 days. 9 days in, NCJW’s Darcy Hirsh joined faith partners on the Hill to call for action. Nearly two weeks later — still no movement. Congress must act now to reopen the government and protect people over politics. www.ncjw.org/shutdown
#EndTheShutdown
#EndTheShutdown
Yesterday, our opposition of Paul Ingrassia's nomination to lead the Office of Special Counsel made national news. Now we welcome the news that he has withdrawn from consideration.
NCJW is committed to continuing to advocate for qualified & ethical leadership in gov. thehill.com/homenews/sen...
NCJW is committed to continuing to advocate for qualified & ethical leadership in gov. thehill.com/homenews/sen...
October 22, 2025 at 2:55 PM
Yesterday, our opposition of Paul Ingrassia's nomination to lead the Office of Special Counsel made national news. Now we welcome the news that he has withdrawn from consideration.
NCJW is committed to continuing to advocate for qualified & ethical leadership in gov. thehill.com/homenews/sen...
NCJW is committed to continuing to advocate for qualified & ethical leadership in gov. thehill.com/homenews/sen...
Paul Ingrassia can't be allowed to lead any office in our government — let alone one tasked with investigating discrimination, hate, and more in our federal workforce. President Trump must put up a nominee that will protect all communities. Our statement: ncjw.org/news/ncjw-de...
October 21, 2025 at 7:11 PM
Paul Ingrassia can't be allowed to lead any office in our government — let alone one tasked with investigating discrimination, hate, and more in our federal workforce. President Trump must put up a nominee that will protect all communities. Our statement: ncjw.org/news/ncjw-de...
We’re thrilled to welcome Rabbi Nora Feinstein as our new Director of Leadership Development!
Rabbi Nora joins us with deep experience building a more inclusive Jewish community and supporting leaders at every stage of their journeys. We are so excited to have her on board!
Rabbi Nora joins us with deep experience building a more inclusive Jewish community and supporting leaders at every stage of their journeys. We are so excited to have her on board!
October 20, 2025 at 7:32 PM
We’re thrilled to welcome Rabbi Nora Feinstein as our new Director of Leadership Development!
Rabbi Nora joins us with deep experience building a more inclusive Jewish community and supporting leaders at every stage of their journeys. We are so excited to have her on board!
Rabbi Nora joins us with deep experience building a more inclusive Jewish community and supporting leaders at every stage of their journeys. We are so excited to have her on board!
Shabbat Shalom!
This week we honor Emily Damari, freed after 471 days in captivity, and mark the first Shabbat with all living hostages home. Our hearts remain with families still waiting.
May this Shabbat bring comfort, healing, and strength.
This week we honor Emily Damari, freed after 471 days in captivity, and mark the first Shabbat with all living hostages home. Our hearts remain with families still waiting.
May this Shabbat bring comfort, healing, and strength.
October 17, 2025 at 8:37 PM
Shabbat Shalom!
This week we honor Emily Damari, freed after 471 days in captivity, and mark the first Shabbat with all living hostages home. Our hearts remain with families still waiting.
May this Shabbat bring comfort, healing, and strength.
This week we honor Emily Damari, freed after 471 days in captivity, and mark the first Shabbat with all living hostages home. Our hearts remain with families still waiting.
May this Shabbat bring comfort, healing, and strength.
It has been 16 days since the federal government shutdown began. It's time for lawmakers to negotiate a compromise immediately to fund the government and provide health care to all who need it.
Tell Congress to prioritize people over politics and end the shutdown: www.ncjw.org/act/action/t...
Tell Congress to prioritize people over politics and end the shutdown: www.ncjw.org/act/action/t...
October 17, 2025 at 5:42 PM
It has been 16 days since the federal government shutdown began. It's time for lawmakers to negotiate a compromise immediately to fund the government and provide health care to all who need it.
Tell Congress to prioritize people over politics and end the shutdown: www.ncjw.org/act/action/t...
Tell Congress to prioritize people over politics and end the shutdown: www.ncjw.org/act/action/t...
We dance for Shemini Atzeret,
for the sacred closeness.
We dance for Simchat Torah,
for the joy of Torah.
We dance for peace,
for the freedom of the hostages.
We finally dance again.
for the sacred closeness.
We dance for Simchat Torah,
for the joy of Torah.
We dance for peace,
for the freedom of the hostages.
We finally dance again.
October 13, 2025 at 8:21 PM
We dance for Shemini Atzeret,
for the sacred closeness.
We dance for Simchat Torah,
for the joy of Torah.
We dance for peace,
for the freedom of the hostages.
We finally dance again.
for the sacred closeness.
We dance for Simchat Torah,
for the joy of Torah.
We dance for peace,
for the freedom of the hostages.
We finally dance again.
We are encouraged & deeply grateful that the agreement to bring home the hostages & an end to this war moves forward.
As head into Shabbat, read NCJW Israel Director Kalela Lancaster's reflections on this moment. May our hope & smiles endure. Shabbat Shalom. www.ncjw.org/news/reflect...
As head into Shabbat, read NCJW Israel Director Kalela Lancaster's reflections on this moment. May our hope & smiles endure. Shabbat Shalom. www.ncjw.org/news/reflect...
October 10, 2025 at 9:26 PM
We are encouraged & deeply grateful that the agreement to bring home the hostages & an end to this war moves forward.
As head into Shabbat, read NCJW Israel Director Kalela Lancaster's reflections on this moment. May our hope & smiles endure. Shabbat Shalom. www.ncjw.org/news/reflect...
As head into Shabbat, read NCJW Israel Director Kalela Lancaster's reflections on this moment. May our hope & smiles endure. Shabbat Shalom. www.ncjw.org/news/reflect...
A government shutdown that halts paychecks for federal workers and disrupts critical programs puts families at risk.
Take action. Demand that Congress ends the shutdown, protects health care access, and prioritizes people over politics:
www.ncjw.org/act/action/t...
Take action. Demand that Congress ends the shutdown, protects health care access, and prioritizes people over politics:
www.ncjw.org/act/action/t...
October 10, 2025 at 7:51 PM
A government shutdown that halts paychecks for federal workers and disrupts critical programs puts families at risk.
Take action. Demand that Congress ends the shutdown, protects health care access, and prioritizes people over politics:
www.ncjw.org/act/action/t...
Take action. Demand that Congress ends the shutdown, protects health care access, and prioritizes people over politics:
www.ncjw.org/act/action/t...
October is #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth & @ncjwchicagons.bsky.social is making a real impact for women & children rebuilding their lives. Their Luggage for Freedom initiative provides hundreds of survivors with essentials & backpacks for kids.
October 10, 2025 at 6:44 PM
October is #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth & @ncjwchicagons.bsky.social is making a real impact for women & children rebuilding their lives. Their Luggage for Freedom initiative provides hundreds of survivors with essentials & backpacks for kids.