The Jewish community relations network has long been committed to racial justice and black-Jewish relations. In response to the murder of George Floyd, JCRCs from across the country have spoken out forcefully and recommitted themselves to fighting systemic racism in partnership with the black community. At this historic moment we are sharing with you the statements of the JCRCs from around the country that reflects this commitment.
- Dear Jewish Community – Here’s What to do Now, an op-ed written by the JCRC Directors Association Officers
- JCRC/Federation Statements, a list of JCRC statements from around the country
- 130 Jewish groups, ‘outraged’ by George Floyd killing, pledge to fight systemic racism, an article about JCPA’s statement expressing solidarity to the Black community by the JTA
- My Fellow Jews, Get in the Fight, an op-ed written by Melanie Roth Gorelick.