“My task is not to debate whether I’m a Jew or not, but to figure out what kind of Jew I am. For me, finding a secular Jewish community with progressive politics fits my version of that identity.”
Social Justice
A core expression of our Jewish identity at the Boston Workmen’s Circle Center for Jewish Culture and Social Justice is the pursuit of a besere velt — a better world. We weave that commitment into every layer of the community, including our holiday rituals, arts and culture programming, and our children’s Sunday School.
We act together, mobilizing around social justice issues that speak to our identity as Jews and as activists. Our social justice committees lead the way. New members are always welcome! Click on the titles of any of our committees below for more information.
ACTING FOR RACIAL & ECONOMIC JUSTICE COMMITTEE
Acting for Racial and Economic Justice (AFREJ) works for racial and economic justice in the BWC community, the Jewish community, and Boston community at large. Click here to read more about our anti-racism work.
IMMIGRANT JUSTICE & SANCTUARY WORKING GROUP
The Immigrant Justice & Sanctuary Working Group formed in the wake of the election to combat growing threats to immigrant communities in the Greater Boston area. We are plugged into local immigrant rights work and currently are deeply engaged in an interfaith coalition to offer Sanctuary to a family facing potential deportation.
JEWISH MUSLIM SOLIDARITY COMMITTEE
Through political action, relationship building and community education, the BWC Jewish Muslim Solidarity Committee works to foster positive ties between Jews and Muslims in Greater Boston and joins with the Muslim community in opposing Islamophobia in all its manifestations.
MIDDLE EAST WORKING GROUP
Our work for a just peace between Israel and Palestine is guided by a commitment to ending the occupation, establishing two viable states, ending violence on all sides and making room for diverse views.
