Women of Reform Judaism (WRJ)

Our Mission:

The mission of the Women of Reform Judaism of Temple Israel is to be a forum for women of all ages to connect and support each other, as they give voice to issues that effect, and are of concern to, Jewish women. We accomplish this by:

  • Raising awareness on these issues through education and discussion,
  • Creating settings which foster social connections between women,
  • Providing on-going support to activities and efforts that meet our mission and serve the needs of Temple Israel,and the broader Jewish community.

Women of Reform Judaism of Temple Israel, an affiliate of Women of Reform Judaism: The Federation of Temple Sisterhoods, welcomes women of all ages who are connected with Temple Israel, regardless of religion, race, sexual orientation, or temple membership.

When you join WRJTI you become part of a national and international network of 100,000 women in 14 countries who work to create a stronger worldwide Jewish community. You become a partner in the work of Reform Judaism and its institutions, including the Union of American Hebrew Congregations and ARZA, and advocate of women's and children's rights, and a supporter of endangered Jewish communities. You take a stand on critical domestic and international issues.
WRJ takes positions on issues which are of particular concern to Reform Jewish women:

  • Preserving the Law of Return
  • Freedom of choice
  • A safety net for women, children, the disabled, and the elderly
  • Equal opportunity
  • Civic responsibility by the media and entertainment fields
  • Gender and genetic discrimination
WRJTI provides support for:
  • Special Education in our Religious School
  • Our Youth Groups and the National Federation of Temple Youth
  • The Women's Kallah
  • The Jewish Braille Institute of America
  • The World Union for Progressive Judaism
  • Rabbinic scholarships to the Hebrew Union College-JIR
  • Reform Jewish pre-schools in Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, and Haifa
  • The International Study Center at Kibbutz Yahel
  • Victims of domestic violence and the hungry and homeless
  • AIDS research and services 

YOUR INVOLVEMENT IS NEEDED
Women of Reform Judaism - TI needs your input and help in planning programs and events. We encourage all women within the Temple Israel community to join us at our meetings throughout the year and give us your input in planning programs and events which meet your needs and interests. Your level of participation can be as much or as little as your schedule allows. Your input is invaluable in determining the future direction of Women of Reform Judaism-TI. Take the first step today by contacting us. We can't wait to hear from you!