jewish Advocates in action for a critical covid-19 response
Meet the Program Co-Chairs
Emma and Julia
Greetings!
We are twin sisters, seniors at high school and Next Generation members of NCJW San Francisco. We are very passionate about social justice and proud of our volunteer work in support of this important cause.
The COVID-19 pandemic vividly exposed the injustices in our community and dramatically increased the vulnerabilities of those in need. Through our program, we address these injustices and mobilize support for the non-profit and government agencies working to assist vulnerable populations in the San Francisco Bay Area and Israel.
To join the program, please email us at info@ncjwsf.org. We look forward to your support!
Emma and Julia
SUPPORT MEMBERSHIP OUTREACH CAMPAIGN
Connected and strong in times of social distancing mandate
During these difficult times of coronavirus pandemic, the value of keeping our NCJW community connected increases. While following the state and Bay Area authorities' directions for social distancing, we can channel our energies and resources toward helping each other in staying strong and healthy.
Our team of volunteers is expanding the phone tree for the purpose of checking in and reaching out. If you are in need of assistance, please reply HERE and let us know if we can pair you up with someone who can help. Please expect a call from one of our team members to check on your needs for support and offer useful information about resources.
Furthermore, if you are willing to help those that need assistance, please respond HERE and let us know if you would like to volunteer.
Meanwhile, check out HERE the resources offered to public by the San Francisco Department of Disability and Aging Services.
In addition, you can seek assistance via Jewish Family and Children's Services Bay Area Critical Help Line. Click HERE for the contact information and list of available services.
While physically distant, let's stay connected and strong!
COUNCIL WEDNESDAYS WEBINAR SERIES
For over a century, NCJW San Francisco has been working with allies from the government, the non-profit sector and NCJW's national and international network of organizations to confront injustices and address vulnerabilities in our community. The COVID-19 health and economic crisis vividly exposes these injustices and vulnerabilities and reaffirms the critical need for our continued work. There could not be a more important time for us to carry the torch, identify current challenges and proudly take part, as members and volunteers, in NCJW's work to support the vulnerable.
We have been hearing these thoughts echoed when reaching out to you to offer support in the difficult period of social distancing. We heard clearly that having online spaces to connect, learn and act together is critical. Our special "Council Wednesdays" zoom webinar series offer such spaces and opportunities for action.
Join the series to learn about current challenges in serving vulnerable populations in times of crisis and how you can be helpful to non-profit and government agencies addressing these critical issues.
Stay tuned for information about our upcoming webinars. To support the series, volunteer with this program or email us at info@ncjwsf.org your suggestions for organizations and programs to be presented in our upcoming webinars.
UPCOMING WEBINARS
Council Wednesdays Webinar Series: The Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on the Individuals with Developmental Disabilities & Services to Assist Them and their families.
Wednesday, March 24, 2021, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Katie Koyfman, Director of Operations of the Partners and Advocates for Remarkable Children and Adults
Moderated by Program Co-Chairs Emma & Julia Shaw, NCJW Next Generation Members
Stay tuned for registration details and speaker information.
Watch the recordings from PAST WEBINARS
Council Wednesdays Webinar Series: Israeli Democracy: New Government and COVID-19
Wednesday, June 3, 2020
Featured Speaker:
Matan Zamir, Deputy Consul General of Israel for the Pacific Northwest
Council Wednesdays Webinar Series: The Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Human Trafficking Survivors & Services to Assist Them
Wednesday, May 27, 2020
Featured Speaker:
Rose Mukhar, Founder, Executive Director and Principal Attorney of Justice At Last
Moderated by Program Co-Chairs Emma & Julia Shaw, NCJW Next Generation Members
Click HERE for the webinar recording.
Council Wednesdays Webinar Series: Opportunities and Programs with Hebrew Free Loan in Times of COVID-19 Pandemic
Wednesday, May 20, 2020
Featured speaker:
Cindy Rogoway, Executive Director of Hebrew Free Loan
Moderated by Program Co-Chairs Emma & Julia Shaw, NCJW Next Generation Members
Click HERE for the webinar recording.
Council Wednesdays Webinar Series: The Impact of Shelter-in-Place Policies on Domestic Violence Victims and Services Provided to Assist Them
Wednesday, May 13, 2020
Featured Speakers:
Naomi Tucker, Executive Director of Shalom Bayit
Beverly Upton, Executive Director of the San Francisco Domestic Violence Consortium
Moderated by Program Co-Chairs Emma & Julia Shaw, NCJW Next Generation Members
Click HERE for the webinar recording.
Council Wednesdays Webinar Series: The San Francisco Protocols and Services for Children in Foster Care
Wednesday, May 6, 2020
Featured speakers:
Renee Espinoza, Executive Director of the San Francisco Court, Appointed Special Advocates (CASA)
The Hon. Susan Breall, California Superior Court Judge, City & County of San Francisco
Moderated by Program Co-Chairs Emma & Julia Shaw, NCJW Next Generation Members
Click HERE for the webinar recording.
Council Wednesdays Webinar Series: The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Clients and Programs of the Jewish Family and Children's Services
Wednesday, April 22, 2020
Featured speakers:
Nancy Masters, Associate Executive Director at JFCS
Dr. Heidi Emberling, Director of Parents Place at JFCS
Moderated by Program Co-Chairs Emma & Julia Shaw, NCJW Next Generation Members
