Mission Statement
The Jews of Color Initiative’s mission is to advance racial equity in the U.S. Jewish community by centering the leadership of Jews of Color and ensuring that our communities and institutions reflect the multiracial reality of the Jewish people.
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New Grants Supporting Emerging Initiatives in Los Angeles
This impressive set of ten grants will foster connection, learning, leadership, and healing for Jews of Color in Greater Los Angeles through arts, research, and Jewish life.
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New Op-ed by Ilana Kaufman Makes the Case for Sustained DEI Efforts in the Jewish Community
Drawing on unique historical comparisons of the long-term benefits of diversity, Ilana argues that steady dedication to efforts for diversity, equity and inclusion will strengthen the Jewish community and guide us toward collective success.
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Juneteenth Resource List 2024
Find film screenings, panel discussions, celebrations, readings and more to commemorate Freedom Day by centering Black Jews
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There are incredible leaders, organizations, tools and texts that strengthen all facets of the Jewish community for Jews of Color.
Visit the LibraryStatistics one-pager on Jews of Color and Multiracial Jewish Families
View some of the most essential statistics on Jews of Color and multiracial Jewish families.
Top 5 Teachings from Beyond the Count
The five most essential teachings from Beyond the Count, our unprecedented research study on the perspectives and experiences of Jews of Color in the U.S.
How Tokenism Affects Jews of Color and 5 Ways Allies Can Interrupt It
While inclusion efforts must be made to counteract the inequities that persist in our community, efforts that rely on tokenism will not heal our racial wounds.
