A Faith in the Future.
A Belief in Action.
The National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) is a grassroots organization of volunteers and advocates who turn progressive ideals into action. Inspired by Jewish values, NCJW strives for social justice by improving the quality of life for women, children, and families and by safeguarding individual rights and freedoms.
The Greater Minneapolis Section helps meet the needs of women, children and families through community service projects, advocacy education programs and member events.
Women in Israel event: Gabriela Shalev
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NCJW is a co-sponsor for the Israel Program Center of the Minneapolis Jewish Federation’s year-long theme, “Women in Israel.” The series of educational events celebrate the achievements of Israeli women, as well as the unique challenges faced by women in Israel.
The next Women in Israel event will be held at Adath Jeshurun. It will feature Gabriela Shalev, the first Israeli woman to be ambassador to the UN. For more information, contact Noga Shavit, 952-381-3551, nshavit@mplsfed.org.
$0.00Tales From Morocco with Sylvia Kaplan
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Join us on April 7 for a lunch and learn program with NCJW supporter and community activist Sylvia Kaplan as she shares her experiences about the striking country where she is currently living with her husband, Sam Kaplan, the US Ambassador to Morocco. This event is co-sponsored by the Women’s Philanthropy of the Minneapolis Jewish Federation. It will take place in the Levin Family Board Room at the Ridgeview Office Center (home to both the Federation and NCJW). Feel free to bring a dairy bag lunch - and a friend!
$0.00Gold Party
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Back by popular demand! Attendees at our last Gold Party event were astounded by how easy (and lucrative!) it is to sell their old, unworn or damaged gold jewelry for cash on the spot. What's more, the gold dealer pays NCJW a percentage finder's fee at no cost to participants. For the Gold Party location and other details, contact the NCJW office.
contact the NCJW office.$0.00NCJW Spring Event
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Plan now to attend our annual Spring Event, Monday May 3 (NOTE NEW DATE!) at 6:45 p.m. Join us at the Science Museum in St. Paul to view the Dead Sea Scrolls. Learn about their remarkable discovery, while in the company of Jewish women from around the Twin Cities.
The event will include a guided tour of the Dead Sea Scrolls Exhibit. Prior to the exhibit, we will gather for a brief reception and program to recognize our dedicated volunteers. Cost is $36 for members ($40 for non-members), which includes the reception and entrance to the Exhibit.
$36.00JCA Event: No Human Being is Illegal - Mobilizing for Humane and Just Immigration Reform
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NCJW is a co-sponsor of this Jewish Community Action event about Immigration Reform. The event includes a keynote address on January 30 and an interfaith service and community forum on January 31 at area churches.
For more information, contact JCA at 651/632-2184.
$0.00JCA Event: Who Shall Live and Who Shall Die?
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NCJW is a co-sponsor of this thought-provoking and action-oriented forum about health care reform in Minnesota. The event will be held Tuesday Jan 26, 7 p.m., at the Sabes JCC.
The focus is on budget cuts to the state’s General Assistance Medical Care program and how the Jewish community is responding.
For more information, contact JCA at 651/632-2184.
$0.00Judaism and Israel Information/Training Session
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Learn about NCJW's new curriculum -- Judaism and Israel: Then and Now -- for 6th-9th graders. This information and training session will be held on Sunday January 31st, 2:30 - 5:00 p.m., at Bet Shalom Congregation.
We welcome new volunteers, past Hello Israel presenters and anyone who simply wants to learn about the program, whether or not you are interested in becoming a presenter.
For more information, contact Sally Bressler.
$0.00Rose Rees 75th Anniversary Planning Meeting
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Join us Tuesday, January 26th, at 7 p.m. at the NCJW office to kick-off planning for the 75th Anniversary of the Rose Rees Peace Awards. Past Rose Rees volunteers and new volunteers are welcome. A light supper will be provided.
We're excited to put our heads together and come up with creative ideas to commemorate this big anniversary. We need help with planning the program, as well as with graphics, fundraising, volunteer coordination, communication, menu, etc.
$0.00Women in Israel event: Habanot Nechama
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NCJW is a co-sponsor for the Israel Program Center of the Minneapolis Jewish Federation’s yearlong theme, “Women in Israel.” The series of educational events will celebrate the achievements of Israeli women, as well as the unique challenges faced by women in Israel.
The next Women in Israel event is Habanot Nechama – a 3-woman Israeli folk/pop band – performing in concert on January 14 at Adath Jeshurun. For more information, go to http://twincities.planitjewish.com/events?location=home&page=1&ID=285129.
$0.00Get Smart: Learn about new federal funds for comprehensive sex education
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Join us Friday January 22, 12:30 p.m. at the NCJW office, for an educational program.
Nina Schwartz, legislative associate from NCJW National, will share information about new federal funds available to support comprehensive sex education efforts. Members, non-members and advocates of all ages are welcome. Feel free to bring a bag lunch.
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