Racial Justice Resources

Jews of Color, Covid-19, Civil Unrest — An Argument for Inclusion

By Nate Looney

We are at a turning point in American history. This isn’t the first turning point, and it will not be the last, however it is a call to action for my White Jewish community and the Jewish non-profit world. Last week, a video of another Black man being lynched went viral for the world to see. I personally refuse to watch any more videos of men who look like me, my brothers, my father, or my friends being killed; each of these videos become the latest #BLM hashtag. I didn’t have to watch George Floyd take his last breath to understand what was happening: his death was not only murder, but also a glaring confirmation of the disdain some members of law enforcement express toward Black and Brown lives. Click here to continue reading this article.

This resource was compiled by Autumn Gupta with Bryanna Wallace’s oversight for the purpose of providing a starting place for individuals trying to become better allies.

Choose how much time you have each day to become more informed as step one to becoming an active ally to the black community. On this document are links to the learning resources and a schedule of what to do each day. 

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Dear Jews: The Summer of 2020 Is Not About Us

By David Suissa

An extraordinary moment has arisen in America that taps into a deep history of racism that predates the birth of our country.

But instead of allowing blacks their moment, I’m seeing an outpouring of hysterics from some in the Jewish community about “anti-Semitism rearing its ugly head again!”

A small fraction of the countless businesses that have been damaged and looted across the nation have a Jewish connection. I get it. Even one is too many. After 2,000 years of persecution, we’re always on edge. Any sign that “they’re coming after us” is cause for alarm.

But let me ask you: When was the last time you saw a video of a cop killing a Jew because he was Jewish?  Click here to continue reading this article.

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6 Ways To Be An Ally

Here are some simple things you can do to be an ally to targets of name-calling and bullying. And remember—always think about your safety first when deciding the best way to respond. Click here to view this document from the ADL.