World Day Against Trafficking in Persons
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Tikkun Olam in Action: How VJM is Giving Back to Mexico
Voluntarias Judeo Mexicanas (VJM) believes in contributing to the wider community of Mexico through hospital visits, school outreach, mural-building, and community solidarity events. For Voluntarias Judeo Mexicanas, the work of repairing the world begins with a debt of gratitude. The group of Jewish Mexican women volunteers, based in Mexico City, traces its motivation back to…
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The Power of Small Conversations
The antidote to extremism is not a louder argument, but smaller, braver conversations. When the loudest voices are the worst ones, choose the quiet ones.(This article was published on June 15, 2026, in EJewishPhilanthropy.com) There is a familiar and corrosive logic that takes hold every time someone commits violence in the name of religion. A…
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The Status of Women in South Africa: Progress and Persistent Challenges
South Africa is often recognized for its progressive constitution and strong legal protections for women’s rights. More than three decades after the end of apartheid, the country has made remarkable advances in gender equality, particularly in political representation and access to education. Yet for many South African women, daily reality remains marked by violence,…
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World Environment Day
The International Council of Jewish Women celebrates World Environment Day by endorsing ‘Climate Action’ as supporters of environment and sustainability in saving our planet. We appeal to the world bodies, UN, organisations and countries to save the women, children and girls, as they suffer more than any other group as victims of losing their homes,…
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Inaugural Speech by Debbie Wasserman, Incoming ICJW President
DESPLÁCESE HACIA ABAJO PARA VER LA TRADUCCIÓN AL ESPAÑOLDear friends, It is with great humility and genuine excitement that I stand before you here in beautiful Mexico City to accept the presidency of the International Council of Jewish Women for the 2026–2030 term. Thank you to our Mexican affiliate, Women’s Federation of the Jewish Community…
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One Voice Against Domestic Violence
The One Voice project of NCJWC Toronto has brought together women of diverse faiths to deal with the issue of domestic violence. Eva Karpati explains. Recognizing that this is a problem across all faiths, the women determined that the community leaders were ill-equipped to handle the complexities of domestic violence. In May 2024, the participants…
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Jewish Women of Japan
The Jewish Women of Japan (“JWJ”) is a newly formed affiliate, founded in 2024 and based in Tokyo. The organization’s aim is to promote the objectives of the International Council of Jewish Women (ICJW) at the local level in Japan, including by promoting friendly relations and understanding among Jewish women (many of whom do not…
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Fighting Antisemitism: The Power of Small Conversations
In response to the unprecedented rise in antisemitism in Canada, the National Council of Jewish Women of Canada (NCJWC) and its Toronto Section have developed a grassroots response entitled Fighting Antisemitism: The Power of Small Conversations through the receipt of a $250,000 grant from Heritage Canada. The initiative is designed to build confidence among Canadians of…
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Farewell Message from President Lilian
Dear friends, As we approach the close of this chapter, I would like to take a moment to address each of you with a deep sense of gratitude and respect. These years have been defined by dedication, shared responsibility, and meaningful work. Every meeting, every initiative, and…
