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Ritual + Creative Action
From Shabbat dinners, to demilitarizing Chanukah, to seders in the streets, there is so much liberatory Jewish ritual to be created and celebrated in JVP Bay Area. If you are interested in co-facilitating or leading ritual at the next Shabbat dinner (monthly), envisioning a gathering or event for a Jewish holiday, or at all interested in discussing how a radical Judaism supports our work to free Palestine, join us.
Education
The Education Workgroup aims to create collective learning spaces for our members and supporters. Some of the current education projects include:
- Palestine101 - an eight week online series on the histories of Palestine/Israel, Zionism and resistance movements through current day. Register for next session 8 consecutive Mondays at 6:30 pm beginning May 9, 2022.
- Study/Action - a multi-week co-learning, co-facilitated space for members to engage in group discussions on topics relevant to JVP’s mission
- One-time workshops - educational sessions that include speakers, films, discussion, and more!
Legislative
JOCSM Caucus
The JOCSM Caucus is a group of Jews of Color and Sephardi/Mizrahi Jews (JOCSM) organizing in solidarity with the movement for Palestinian liberation and in partnership with JVP. We are focused on combating U.S., Israeli, and other state-based racisms.
Rapid Response
The Rapid Response Workgroup works in close relationship with our organizational partners around rapid response to current events. Our work includes, but is not limited to: planning actions, coordinating security, and doing community outreach.
Jewish Voices for Collective Liberation
JVP-Bay Area is excited to start a new work group to develop and implement a plan to amplify our Jewish voice with local elected officials and media in support of Palestinian liberation, against the weaponization of antisemitism, and for safety through solidarity and collective liberation. Too often, local officials and media cater to the anti-Palestinian viewpoints of mainstream, Israel advocacy organizations, causing harm to Palestinians, Arabs, and other communities of color who stand in solidarity with them. This group works to counter that narrative.
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Jewish Voice for Peace Bay Area
JVP Bay Area is a community of activists seeking to end the occupation of Palestine and work towards a just peace for Israelis and Palestinians.
The San Francisco Public Library refuses to allow an art exhibit that includes a mural with a Palestinian solidarity message. Click through the photos below to learn what happened and then add your voice to the petition objecting to this censorship at bit.ly/wallresponse
This censorship furthers Islamophobia and anti-Palestinian racism. Public institutions should challenge racism, not reinforce it. San Francisco Public Library - you need to stand on the right side of history and reject all forms of racism, including anti-Palestinian racism. #ZionismIsRacism #SFPLcensorsPalestine Clarion Alley Mural ProjectAROC: Arab Resource & Organizing Center Artforce
Join JVP members and supporters at an outdoor gathering. A chance to meet other supporters of Palestinian human rights, equality and freedom and learn more about the work of the JVP-Bay Area chapter. Drinks & Snacks will be provided.
When: Sunday, June 12, 2022, 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Where: Live Oak Park, Berkeley,
There will be a short program at 3 pm.
Directions: Enter Live Oak Park heading east from Walnut Street, near the Berkeley Art Center, 1275 Walnut Street; Picnic Area 2 is wheelchair accessible and located along the walkway just to the south of the Berkeley Art Center.
What to bring: Yourself and your friends!! (We’re asking all those who attend to be vaccinated and bring a mask, just in case there’s a need for it.) To request a ride from North Berkeley Bart station, email bayarea@jvp.org
Jewish Voice for Peace Bay Area
P.O. Box 589, Berkeley CA 94701 USA
ph: 510-859-3706
bayarea@jvp.org
