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National Council of Jewish Women @ncjw.bsky.social · 1d

Sukkot calls us to rejoice, yet this year we also mourn two years of the Oct 7 Hamas attacks on Israel. With renewed hope for peace, for the hostages to come home & for the pain in the region to end, we ask the Divine to spread over us Your sukkah of peace. #UntilTheLastHostage

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National Council of Jewish Women @ncjw.bsky.social · 1d

Tomorrow, October 7, 2025, marks two years since the brutal Hamas attacks on Israel. Read our full statement calling for peace, diplomacy, and the return of those held illegally from their families: www.ncjw.org/news/a-renew...

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National Council of Jewish Women @ncjw.bsky.social · 1d

Today is First Monday, the first Monday in October when the US Supreme Court starts its new term. Share this post to help raise awareness about the cases they’ll be hearing — and learn more at NCJW.org/Courts.

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National Council of Jewish Women @ncjw.bsky.social · 4d

Our response to the tentative deal to release hostages. We renew our call for peace.

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National Council of Jewish Women @ncjw.bsky.social · 4d

This week we lost Dame Jane Goodall, animal rights champion and friend of the chimpanzees.

Her work — including books, scientific breakthroughs, and establishing sanctuaries — made our world a better place for all living beings.

May her memory be for a blessing. Shabbat Shalom.

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National Council of Jewish Women @ncjw.bsky.social · 4d

After 6 dynamic years with NCJW, Sheila Katz recently gave notice of her departure. We are grateful for her leadership. Jody Rabhan is now Exec VP and will lead NCJW until a new CEO is named.

Our mission continues without interruption.

Full announcement: ncjw.org/transition

Leadership transition at NCJW - National Council of Jewish Women

After a dynamic six years with the organization, Sheila Katz recently gave us notice of her departure. In the meantime, we have named Jody Rabhan as Executive Vice President to lead NCJW during this t...

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National Council of Jewish Women @ncjw.bsky.social · 4d

📢 Big news: The FDA approved a generic version of mifepristone!

Reproductive freedom is a Jewish value & that includes access to abortion care. This decision is an important step for breaking down barriers to medication abortion, used in the vast majority of abortions in the US.

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National Council of Jewish Women @ncjw.bsky.social · 6d

Wishing you a meaningful and easy fast! G’mar Chatima Tova.
May we all be sealed for goodness in the year ahead.

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National Council of Jewish Women @ncjw.bsky.social · 6d

Please join us next week in DC for a powerful event commemorating two years since October 7 — hearing from survivors of the Oct 7 massacre, released hostages & hostage families. 🎗️

#UntilTheLastHostage RSVP now: www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticket...

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National Council of Jewish Women @ncjw.bsky.social · 7d

NCJW is calling on congressional leaders to return to the negotiating table and agree on a spending bill that supports women, children, families — not one that cuts government benefits.

Read our full statement on the government shutdown: www.ncjw.org/news/congres...

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National Council of Jewish Women @ncjw.bsky.social · 7d

For nearly 50 years, the Hyde Amendment has blocked millions from accessing abortion using federal funds, like health care provided through Medicaid. It's time for the #EACHAct to undo this harm.

Urge your lawmakers to be bold and #EndHyde: www.ncjw.org/act/action/d...

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National Council of Jewish Women @ncjw.bsky.social · 7d

In this new year and in the face of mounting attacks against the trans community, we reaffirm our commitment to fighting for a world of unconditional love and belonging for all trans, nonbinary, and intersex people. We are all created in God’s image. B’tzelem Elohim. We are here to stay.

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National Council of Jewish Women @ncjw.bsky.social · 11d

Kavod ha’briyot — individual dignity — includes the right to choose if, when, and how to start or grow a family. From over-the-counter birth control pills to IUDs, this #WorldContraceptionDay we're celebrating the freedom to make health care decisions over your own body.

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National Council of Jewish Women @ncjw.bsky.social · 12d

We’re celebrating 25 years of medication abortion! 🎉

When the FDA approved mifepristone — the safe and effective medication abortion pill — they fundamentally transformed abortion access. 💊✨

Our Jewish movement will never stop fighting to ensure it’s here to stay.

#MifeInAll50

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National Council of Jewish Women @ncjw.bsky.social · 12d

🗳️ Heads up! Voter registration deadlines for the November 4 election are coming up as soon as next week. If you live somewhere with an upcoming election, check your registration today to ensure you’re ready to vote!

➡️ Confirm here: vote411.org

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National Council of Jewish Women @ncjw.bsky.social · 15d

Rosh Hashanah marks a sacred time for reflection, renewal, and new possibilities. As we enter 5786, we wish you and your loved ones a happy and sweet new year. May we all be inscribed in the book of life. Shanah Tovah U'metukah. 🍎🍯

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National Council of Jewish Women @ncjw.bsky.social · 19d

Kol Hakavod to NCJW Greater Long Beach & West Orange County advocates! Their work packing abortion comfort kits has touched the lives of over a thousand women in California.

Reproductive freedom is a Jewish value — and NCJW Long Beach are bringing this value to life through action.

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National Council of Jewish Women @ncjw.bsky.social · 20d

No one should ever have to choose between their job, their health, and their family. It’s time to tell Congress to make real change and pass the FAMILY Act! Every worker deserves paid leave. Take action: ncjw.org/paidleave

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National Council of Jewish Women @ncjw.bsky.social · 22d

¡Feliz Mes de la Herencia Hispana!

Estamos orgullosos de celebrar la tradición, la cultura y la historia de la comunidad hispana, así como las contribuciones vibrantes de las comunidades judías hispanas en todo el mundo.

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National Council of Jewish Women @ncjw.bsky.social · 22d

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month!

We are proud to celebrate the tradition, culture, and history of the Hispanic community, including the vibrant contributions of the Hispanic Jewish communities around the world.

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National Council of Jewish Women @ncjw.bsky.social · 24d

Our Israel journey this November is nearly filled. Join our community in action to:

🤝Meet with Israeli & Palestinian civil society leaders
🎗️Visit the sites & communities attacked on Oct 7
🥫Learn from organizations working to build peace

Learn more: ncjw.org/israeljourney

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National Council of Jewish Women @ncjw.bsky.social · 25d

During times that feel dark & heavy, we turn to moments & people that bring light.

Lady Gaga, who recently won Artist of the Year at the #VMAs, is a vocal activist for mental health & LGBTQ+ rights. She inspires us to never abandon the fight for what is right.

Shabbat Shalom!

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National Council of Jewish Women @ncjw.bsky.social · 25d

This #DisabilityVotingRightsWeek, urge Congress to pass the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act so we can create an accessible democracy where everyone can access the ballot and where every vote counts: www.ncjw.org/act/action/p...

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National Council of Jewish Women @ncjw.bsky.social · 25d

The latest Census data shows that the gender wage gap has gotten worse in the last year. Women working full time, year-round are making just 81 cents, down from 83 cents in 2023.

It's time for #EqualPay. Urge Congress to pass the Paycheck Fairness Act: www.ncjw.org/act/action/t...

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National Council of Jewish Women @ncjw.bsky.social · 26d

Great news from New Mexico! @govmlg.bsky.social announced that the state will become the first state in the nation to guarantee free, universal child care.

This is what it looks like to put families first and build an economy that can thrive. We won’t stop until every state does the same.

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