Public Affairs

A number of organizations champion Jewish interests and human rights in the wider community, offering opportunities for political and social activism. Participants serve on boards, staff programs and take an active role in supporting their goals.
Bay Area

Bend the Arc: Jewish Action California
Advocates for a just and equitable country free from white supremacy. With a mission rooted in the Jewish call to action, organizes American Jews to pursue economic and racial justice and civil rights.
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Jews of Color Initiative
Bay Area-based national effort that builds and advances the professional, organizational and communal field for Jews of color, promotes racial equity in the Jewish community, and strengthens the leadership of Jews of color.
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Reboot
An arts and culture nonprofit that reimagines and reinforces Jewish thought and traditions by bringing together artists, entrepreneurs and activists to transform Jewish experience and contribute to broader social change.
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San Francisco

AJC (American Jewish Committee)
Global Jewish advocacy organization with more than a century of experience, enhancing the well-being of the Jewish people and advancing human rights and democratic values for all. On X @ajcnorcal
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Anti-Defamation League (ADL)
Fights antisemitism and all forms of bias and bigotry through anti-bias training, exposing extremist activity, security training for Jewish institutions and more.
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Jewish Community Relations Council
The largest collective voice of Bay Area Jews, advocating for the Jewish community and collaborating with other communities to ensure that the vibrancy and diversity of Jewish identity are embraced and celebrated.
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