AJWS Blog

The AJWS community has a lot to say about what's happening in the world. Read our insights about the struggle for justice and human rights around the globe — and meet the activists on the frontlines of the fight to build a better world.

Rohingya Rights Now: AJWS Speaks Out for Justice

The Rohingya people of Burma (Myanmar) are experiencing horrific violence and life-threatening persecution, simply because of their ethnic origin. As Jews and global citizens, we cannot remain silent in the face of these atrocities. Watch our new campaign video starring AJWS staff who share why they are committed to ending the crisis in Burma. Learn …

Read More

For My Daughters and Granddaughter

Being a mother and grandmother to Dana and Tahlia is the deepest expression of my values. Over the decades, I have tried to teach both of my daughters, and now my granddaughter, how to build relationships that are rooted in respect and that encourage personal freedom. I have also tried to instill my love for …

Read More

For Mothers and Daughters Everywhere

I always wanted to become a mother. So when I turned 40, I decided to have a child on my own. Today, I am blessed beyond measure to have a two-year-old daughter named Tahlia, whose energy, humor and curiosity light up the world around her. As a Jewish mother who is deeply committed to social …

Read More

Righteous Leadership in Times of Crisis

Just Thought is a series of essays from AJWS applying Jewish wisdom to the pursuit of tikkun olam today. Drawing upon Jewish history, Torah sources and the latest headlines, we plumb pressing questions about human rights and global justice from a Jewish perspective through monthly essays by noted scholars, activists and AJWS staff. We like to …

Read More