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A Reflection and Call to Action from Kol Or member Erica Walker
What can words do in a time that demands action? I ask this question, having been invited to share...
Together, we made Illinois safer for all! ✅
Early this morning, we celebrated a major victory for immigrant rights and community safety in Illinois. Thanks to the...
90+ Jewish clergy speak out against ICE attacks
Today, more than 90 Jewish clergy from across Illinois published a bold letter in the Chicago Sun-Times. Representing diverse...
JCUA testimony before Mayor’s budget address
On Thursday, October 16th, JCUA Community Organizer Jimmy Rothschild gave public comment before Mayor Brandon Johnson’s budget address to...
Grassroots coalition scores major victory for housing justice on South side
Photo by Colin Boyle / Block Club Chicago JCUA, Southside Together, and our coalition partners have scored a...
Welcome to our new Avodah fellow, Sally!
Hello, my name is Sally Hirschwerk, and I am so excited to be the Avodah Organizer at JCUA this...
Shana Tova from JCUA
On behalf of the JCUA team, I want to wish you and your loved ones a Shana Tova u’Metuka...
JCUA testifies on anti-Jewish hate crimes
Earlier this week, JCUA was honored to participate in the Chicago Commission on Human Relations (CCHR) hearing on anti-Jewish...
Reflections from our Avodah organizer Alissa Berman
Alissa Berman is completing her fellowship with JCUA as part of the Avodah Jewish Service Corp. Over the last...
Meet our new Board leadership!
We’re thrilled to welcome four extraordinary leaders stepping into new roles on our Board of Directors. Longtime JCUA members,...