Description: Join the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia’s Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) for a virtual panel on the intersection between disability and Jewish identity. The conversation will be led by JCRC Director Jason Holtzman, who will be joined by expert panelists Chani Baram, chief relationship officer of Philly Friendship Circle; Stacy Jarett Levitan, executive director of Judith Creed Horizons for Achieving Independence (JCHAI); and Gail Norry, immediate past co-chair of the board of the Jewish Federation and founder of OROT. Host synagogue/organization: Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia Location: Zoom; register to receive the link. Date and Time: Tuesday, February [...]

Description: JCHAI inspires and empowers neurodiverse adults (18 and up) to imagine and fulfill their life aspirations and be valued contributors in the community. Our open house is a unique, virtual opportunity to meet JCHAI membership leaders, parents, our executive director, and program directors. Free program. Registration required (see below). Host synagogue: Judith Creed Horizons for Achieving Independence Location: Zoom; register to receive the link. Date and Time: Wednesday, April 2, 2025, from 7:00pm to 8:15pm Cost:  Free For more information: Contact Dr. Beth Rosenwasser, Director of Community Engagement and Curriculum Design Click here to register!

Description: Rabbi Ettman will address the idea of equity, inclusion, and justice related to this week's Torah portion, hoping to inspire others to be a JEDI by focusing on Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Host synagogue: Congregation Or Ami Location: Congregation Or Ami - 708 Ridge Pike, Lafayette Hill, PA 19444 Services are also streaming on Congregation Or Ami's Facebook page. Date and Time: Friday, February 21, 2025, from 6:30pm to 7:30pm Cost:  Free For more information: Contact Carrie Matez by calling 610-828-9066