This October, Sukkot once again coincides with Domestic Violence Awareness Month. As many in the Jewish community celebrate by spending time in the sukkah, a temporary dwelling shelter, we’re reminded that there are many in our community who are unsafe in their homes because of domestic violence (DV). Domestic violence is a pattern of behavior…
The Legacy of Esther: Honoring Our Identity
By Rabbi Ronit Tsadok, Director of Project Kavod Among the many powerful themes in the Purim story is that of identity. How are we marginalized or privileged based on our identity? When are we celebrated and when are we denigrated? At JFS, we strive to serve all members of our community and honor the range…
Increased Community Needs Require Creative Solutions
We are always looking for creative solutions to build staff capacity and therefore provide compassionate and respectful help to those in need.
JFS Condemns Supreme Court Decision Overturning Roe v. Wade
Jewish Family Service stands in strong opposition to today’s Supreme Court ruling overturning the federal right to legal abortion in the United States.
Roe v. Wade and Why it Matters to Survivors of Domestic Violence
JFS works hard to support survivors of abuse. This is why we must work together to ensure safe, legal access to abortion care in our country.
Love in Action: JFS Statement on Uvalde
What can be said that hasn’t already been said as the country continues to suffer, while our leaders seemingly refuse to find a way forward?
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