Our ancestors understood the importance of welcoming those who needed comfort and protection. Why do the stories of today’s immigrants touch us so deeply? How is the Jewish community acting today to defend these values? We will explore our own stories during this workshop and learn how to connect to current faith-based immigration efforts.
Inspired by Jewish teachings and values, the Jewish Alliance for Law and Social Action is dedicated to being a strong, progressive, inter-generational voice for social, economic and environmental justice.
Cindy Rowe is the Executive Director of JALSA. Her extensive work in the nonprofit sector over the past two decades has strengthened many organizations and has enabled them to address critical needs such as affordable housing, health care, access to legal aid, immigration assistance... Read More →
Sunday December 3, 2017 1:40pm - 2:40pm EST
Room 109
