Over the years, JQY representatives have spoken at various panels and have held many private conversations with Orthodox Rabbis and community leaders. Below are common questions, criticisms, and concerns asked by Orthodox individuals, accompanied by the responses of supportive Orthodox Rabbis. We have compiled this list as a resource, in order to describe the common questions, criticisms, and concerns that our members have heard from friends, family and community members.
- LGBTQ+ (Sexuality and Gender) / Belonging
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
- Day Schools and Yeshivas
- Teen Engagement
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A collection of LGBTQIA+ resources, including podcasts, book lists, engaging personal narratives, and lesson plans.
J-JEP is a multi-denominational collaboration between Beth Shalom, a traditional Conservative congregation, and Rodef Shalom, a Classical Reform congregation. The learning in J-JEP reflects the belief that no two households are the same.
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