American Jewish World Service (AJWS) is an international development organization motivated to Judaism's imperative to pursue justice.
In response to the recent flooding in Pakistan, where the U.N. is reporting that over 1,600 people have died and as many as 17.2 million have been affected, American Jewish World Service (AJWS) has opened an emergency flood relief fund to receive donations. The money AJWS collects will support the relief work of its existing grantee partners in Pakistan. more 
President Obama unveiled his Sudan policy eight months ago. It called for the use of “disincentives” so there would be accountability when peace talks went nowhere and violence escalated. But where are the “disincentives” that the Obama administration promised? Tell President Obama to follow his own policy and hold all sides accountable for what is happening in Sudan. take action
President Obama recently signed legislation that includes almost $1 billion in additional funding for Haiti. However, the funding is only as good as the plan for how to spend it. To build back better, Haiti needs a smart, long-term plan. Tell your representatives to support the Haiti Empowerment, Assistance and Rebuilding (HEAR) Act. take action
A blog exploring the challenges and complexities of food injustice around the globe. more
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November 16, 2010 - San Francisco
Read AJWS board chair Barbara Dobkin’s recent letter published in the New York Times about empowering local farmers to help end the food crisis in India. more
AJWS’s recent past board chair, Jim Meier, is a man who takes on the world’s most daunting challenges—whether alleviating poverty in the Global South or pushing his body to the limit. In honor of AJWS’s 25th anniversary, Jim will attempt to swim the English Channel. Your contribution to AJWS will help inspire him to make it to France! Read more…
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We are delighted to announce the recipients of the AJWS Dvar Tzedek Torah Commentary: Lisa Goldberg Memorial Writers’ Fellowship for 5771: Shira Fischer, Dani Passow, Jimmy Taber and Rachel Travis. View bios and photos of the 5771 Fellows.
AJWS President Ruth W. Messinger discusses AJWS's strategy in Haiti, from the immediate emergency relief to long-term reconstruction for a sustainable future.
American Jewish World Service (AJWS) is an international development organization motivated by Judaism's imperative to pursue justice. More
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