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December Leadership Meeting

December 2-3 in Albany, NY

Please join us in Albany, NY, on December 2 and 3 for a special event where we will work on leadership training, ethics, and visioning for our sisterhoods and our district.

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at District Temples and on Zoom

Speaking of Unmentionables

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presented by Ellie Carlson

Join us for a fun, informative, and occasionally naughty program dedicated to the history, design, and function of women's undergarments. We'll explore everything from corsets to water bras in this exciting presentation. Join one of our regional in-person watch parties with other women from your area, or tune in from home. In-person events have a social action component, where we will be collecting new women's underwear and socks to donate to nearby shelters or women's charities. Registration is $10/person.

Meet the District

Northeast District Convention Wrap Up

Message from WRJ Northeast District President Yvette Bergman

Welcome to the WRJ Northeast District website!

The goal of the WRJ Northeast District is to help you to make meaningful connections throughout Women of Reform Judaism. We hope to build a bridge and create opportunities for you to learn, grow, and feel part of this nurturing community of Reform Jewish women.

As you explore the site, you will find:

Ways to create community for yourself and/or your sisterhood with Women of Reform Judaism members throughout the district and North America
Information on upcoming programs and events held within our district and from WRJ North America
- These programs provide opportunities for you and your sisterhood to connect through engagement on Zoom, at regional conferences and local gatherings
Tools and resources for leadership development
Access to district leaders to help support you as advisors, consultants, and program speakers
Opportunities to share and network with other like-minded women

I am looking forward to hearing from you and discovering what brings you to WRJ.

Yvette Bergman
President, Northeast District 2023-2026

The Northeast District is one of seven districts of Women of Reform Judaism, an affiliate of the Union for Reform Judaism. WRJ is the collective voice and presence of women in congregational life.

Stronger together, we support the ideals and enhance the quality of Jewish living to ensure the future of progressive Judaism across North America, in Israel, and around the world.

Blog Posts by Women in the Northeast District

Abortion Access

The Path Forward on Abortion Resource Guide

July 3, 2023

Here are some resources and actions to protect and advance abortion access, including assistance for people seeking abortions and the organizations that provide that healthcare.

Leadership Development

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Take a Risk! Add Your Voice to the Mix

August 4, 2023

Since you are reading this, you likely know that Women of Reform Judaism (WRJ) cultivates sisterhood by empowering Reform Jewish women to find strength, joy, and connection in their communities. You likely know WRJ inspires spiritual growth by enriching contemporary life with Jewish rituals...

Disability Rights

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I Grew Up With A Spare Leg In The Closet

July 26, 2023

You shall not insult the deaf, or place a stumbling block before the blind… Leviticus 19:14 I grew up with a spare leg in the closet. It belonged to my father, Sidney Novak, who was an amputee army veteran from WWII.

Women of Reform Judaism

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Northeast

Welcome to the Northeast District

December Leadership Meeting

December 2-3 in Albany, NY

at District Temples and on Zoom

Speaking of Unmentionables

Meet the District

Message from WRJ Northeast District President Yvette Bergman

Welcome to the WRJ Northeast District website!

Find a sisterhood in the Northeast District

News from the Northeast

Questions?

Blog Posts by Women in the Northeast District

The Path Forward on Abortion Resource Guide

Take a Risk! Add Your Voice to the Mix

I Grew Up With A Spare Leg In The Closet

Handmaids Show Up for Israeli Democracy

Advocacy Items

Help Protect and Expand Abortion Rights

Visit WRJ's Advocacy and Social Action Page

Visit the Religious Action Center's Legislative Action Page

Partners of Reform Judaism located in the Northeast District

The Northeast District of Women of Reform Judaism