Federation mutual understanding and appreciation for our differences as well as our commonalities. To achieve these goals, the CJD plans events throughout the year, Rabbi Micah Greenstein Father John Pawlikowski including the Kristallnacht Commemoration, films, book discussions, teen programs, interfaith weekends, Passover Seders and much more.
Antisemitism Task Force
The task force fulfills the function of promoting the
he Israel Advocacy Committee was established in 2008 to educate, inform and inspire positive feelings and actions for Israel in Greater Naples. The IAC is made up of full-time and part-time volunteer members of our Jewish community. Some members have lived, worked, volunteered or studied in Israel. IAC members hold a wide spectrum of political and religious views, aligned by their shared passion. The IAC delivers lectures and discussions, via Zoom or in person, to help keep our community engaged. Highlighting last season was a joint presentation by Ambassador Dennis Ross and Professor David Makovsky. Acclaimed Middle East security expert, Avi Melamed, is slated for early 2022. Also slated for early 2022 Khaled Abu Toameh is award-winning journalist and TV producer Khaled Abu Toameh, the Palestinian and Arab Affairs Correspondent for The Jerusalem Post. To learn more about the Israel Advocacy Committee, contact Harvey W. Cohen at hwcohen@gmail.com. CONNECTIONS 2022
Legislative Activities Affecting the Jewish Community
The JCRC monitors local, state and federal legislation and its effect on the Jewish community. It works in conjunction with other JCRCs throughout Florida on state issues, and with the Jewish Council for Public Affairs (JCPA), the national organization for JCRCs, on federal and international issues affecting Jews throughout the nation and the world. That work includes advocacy for Israel – an activity that is the primary function of the Israel Advocacy Committee.
“Stand Up For Justice”
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security of Jewish organizations, religious institutions and the Jewish community. The JCRC and the Federation serve as a collection point for reporting, facilitating assistance to the victim(s) and making referrals to the appropriate agencies where corrective measures are needed. A yearly report is produced and shared with the appropriate outlets. The Federation works directly with the local law enforcement agencies to handle antisemitism and hate crimes.
Application Deadline: February 11, 2022 For the 12th year a grant has been established by the Jewish Community Relations Council of the Jewish Federation of Greater Naples. The 2022 STAND UP FOR JUSTICE Educator Grant recognizes High School, Middle School and Elementary school educators who are innovative in bringing respect for others’ differences into their activities with students in a transformative, impactful, and caring way. The goal is to create a resource for educators of any discipline to incorporate strategies that promote understanding and respect among students, countering bigotry and bullying. This grant recognizes teachers, guidance counselors, school librarians, media specialists, school psychologists, administrators etc.
A Guide to Jewish Living in Greater Naples
Go to:
jewishnaples.org/outreach/educator-award For additional information please contact:
Grant Coordinator, Beth Povlow 239-363-6306 marcopovlow@icloud.com
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