Are you confused and hurting about what happened in Pittsburgh? Are you thinking about how those events and people's reactions fit into larger systems of oppression? Are you wondering about how anti-semitism is connected to white supremacy and the Occupation in Israel/Palestine?
In this workshop, we will explore these questions in a supportive community as well as actions we can take moving forward. Join us in reflecting and discussing. Dinner will be provided.
This event is intended for self-identified young Jews, though all are welcome. It is being hosted by IfNotNow Boston.
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Despite the persistent stereotypes that cast Muslim women as passive and voiceless, the historical record and contemporary contexts attest to a very different reality. In this lecture, we will dive into the rich trove of Muslim women's history, ancient and modern, to explore the many spheres of women's leadership. From towering women figures in the domain of religion, to major civilizational achievements lead by women philanthropists, to the multiple contexts wherein Muslim women have become heads of state and major global actors and activists, we will ask: What factors...
In response to the October 27th anti-Semitic murder of 11 worshippers at Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the American Jewish Committee (AJC) encouraged people worldwide to stand in solidarity with their Jewish neighbors through a campaign called #ShowUpForShabbat. On November 2, the first Shabbat after the shooting, synagogues hosted an influx of attendees, both Jewish and non-Jewish. Temple Israel in Boston hosted a Shabbat of Comfort, Community and Courage. The main chapel, which holds over 500 people, was full, and a neighboring room livestreaming the service... Read more about Shabbat of Comfort, Community and Courage