Jewish sacred texts teach us that the world was created with both justice and mercy. Here in Maryland, children who are charged with certain crimes are sentenced as if they were adults. That is neither just nor merciful. Join JUFJ's youth justice working group as we discuss the campaign to pass youth justice legislation in Maryland.
Join the Baltimore City is Not for Sale campaign as we tell Baltimore voters about a ballot measure that would harm our city by shrinking Baltimore City Council in half. Bring water and comfortable shoes and dress for the weather!
Join our DC partners at The Capital Jewish Musem for Nights at the Round Table: Ending Homelessness.
Everyone in DC should have what the Torah calls dei machsoro, resources sufficient to meet their needs. Join our Economic Justice Working Group meeting on Zoom or in person to discuss our current campaigns, and how we are working with our partners to build a DC where everyone can live and thrive.
Jewish tradition teaches that in a just world, all people — regardless of race, income, or zip code — would have what the Torah calls dei machsoro, resources sufficient for their needs. Join JUFJ's Maryland Economic Justice Working Group as we work to pass the Fair Share for Maryland Plan so corporations and the wealthiest pay their fair share.
At its core, Sukkot is a holiday that forces us to think about the places we reside and the spaces we occupy. Join BAYITT and JUFJ for a special Shabbat in the Sukkah featuring services, a potluck dinner, and discussion exploring the connection between Jewish values, Sukkot, and housing justice.
Join JUFJ's DC community to celebrate Sukkot with a casual community meet-and-greet on Sunday, October 20. Meet new friends, learn about JUFJ's advocacy work, and enjoy a beautiful fall afternoon with us!
Join JUFJers from across Baltimore to discuss our ongoing issue campaign work. We will share updates for all the local campaigns and brainstorm on how to move the work forward.
Join JUFJers from across Montgomery County to celebrate Sukkot together with good food and good conversation, hear what is happening across our county teams, and look ahead to the exciting work happening during the Maryland State Session.
Join the Baltimore City is Not for Sale campaign as we tell Baltimore voters about a ballot measure that would harm our city by shrinking Baltimore City Council in half. Bring water and comfortable shoes and dress for the weather!
Join JUFJers from across Maryland at Columbia Jewish Congregation or virtually as we kick off our advocacy for the 2025 Maryland legislative session!
Join Jews United for Justice (JUFJ) for late night snacks, community building, and a deep dive into how we can improve DC’s tax system. Learn how to balance the scales of opportunity and access in DC as we connect the need for new tax policy to Torah and bond over trivia. Plug in to our work to build a better DC!
The Heschel Vision Awards is JUFJ’s largest event of the year, and this year’s celebration will take place on Sunday, December 8 at 5:00 PM at Third Space at Shaarei Tfiloh in Baltimore, MD. Join us to celebrate a decade of organizing in Baltimore, the leadership of this year’s honorees, and victories from DC, Montgomery County, and across Maryland in the past year.
