Jewish Community Relations Council of Southern New Jersey - JCRC

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JCRC DEPARTMENTS
Esther Raab Holocaust Museum and Goodwin Education Center
Catholic Jewish Commission
BookMates Program

The Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) of Southern New Jersey is the voice of the Jewish Federation of Southern NJ on issues of public policy, social advocacy and community outreach. HOW WE OPERATE

As the umbrella body for local member organizations, synagogues and at-large members appointed by the Federation, the JCRC unifies, mobilizes, represents and is responsible to the South Jersey Jewish community. Members are charged with reporting on issues discussed at JCRC meetings to the organizations they represent and articulating them to the larger Jewish community as well as the greater community. The JCRC works on behalf of the Jewish community to address the concerns of Jews here and abroad through strengthening inter-group understanding, promoting the peaceful resolution of conflicts and enhancing a just and pluralistic society. THE JCRC MANDATE INCLUDES

Addressing through education and advocacy, the following issues:
- U.S./Israel relations
- Antisemitism
- Separation of church and state
- Jewish security
- Tolerance education
- Inter-group relations
We work toward:
- Developing consensus within the Jewish community on issues of policy
- Protecting, preserving and promoting a just, pluralistic and democratic American society
- Safeguarding the rights and security of Jews here, in Israel and around the world
- Maintaining relationships on an on-going basis with law enforcement and communicating with local Jewish organizations on issues of security
- Developing relationships with other groups in the local community to build bridges and coalitions of understanding and good will.

11/06/2026

With our partners at the Adath Emanu-El Men’s Club, join us on Sunday, November 15th at 9am for a relaxed brunch and thoughtful conversation with Gil Hoffman, author of "The Blood Libel Machine: Exposing the Anti-Israel Hate Network and How to Fight Back."

Register here - https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/mens-club-brunch-featuring-gil-hoffman

11/05/2026

The JCRC's Israel Educational Forum will take place on Sunday, December 13th at 7pm. Join us for an evening celebrating the experiences, culture, and contributions of Jews from across the former Soviet Union through story telling, food, and music.

Sponsorship opportunities are available!

Register by December 7th

11/04/2026

11/03/2026

Shine the Light for Kristallnacht: This November 9, ASHER (American Society for Holocaust Education & Remembrance) and The Jewish Agency for Israel invite Jewish Federations to make remembrance visible and mark Kristallnacht, the coordinated 1938 pogroms in which synagogues were burned, Jewish homes and businesses destroyed, and about 30,000 Jewish men sent to concentration camps, by joining .

Turn on a light in your lobby or window, invite your community to share who they’re remembering, and post using , with signs, story prompts, and an activation guide available in our free toolkit.

On November 9, we mark and remember Kristallnacht. Invite someone to join you. Turn on a light. Share why you remember. Tag .

11/02/2026

Today, local clergy and community leaders gathered for a luncheon at Impact Live Church to hear from Billy Planer, author of "Conversations That Matter: How Americans Can Talk About Tough Issues and Remain United." The program focused on finding common ground, respecting differing perspectives, and strengthening our ability to engage in constructive conversations on today's most challenging issues. Planer offered practical guidance for bridging divides, helping individuals reconnect through respectful communication, empathy, and understanding.

11/02/2026

Celebrate Chanukah with PJ Library!

Join PJ Library, the Cherry Hill Public Library, JCRC of Southern NJ , and the Katz JCC JCC for a special Chanukah Family Story Time.

December 7 I 10:30am

Register: https://chplnj.libcal.com/event/17408053

Any questions? Contact Olivia Pollack, Engagement Coordinator, at [email protected].

10/29/2026

Election Day is just around the corner, and there are three ways to cast your ballot in New Jersey:
🗳️Early voting: Vote in person at any designated early voting location in your county through November 1st
🗳️Vote-by-mail: Return your completed ballot by mail, secure drop box, or in person to your County Board of Elections
🗳️In-person on Election Day: Vote in person at your assigned polling place on November 3rd from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Make a plan to vote at

NJ Voter information about the Elections.

10/28/2026

Last evening, the JCRC hosted Connected by Symbols: Celebrating Jewish Heritage in partnership with the Cherry Hill Public Library. Attendees heard from a diverse panel of African American, Latino, and Middle Eastern Jews, whose personal stories highlighted the many ways Jewish life, identity, and heritage are expressed across different cultures and communities.

Following the discussion, participants created personalized bracelets using a curated selection of beads, decorative accents, and meaningful Jewish symbols, offering a hands-on opportunity to celebrate and reflect on their own connections to Jewish identity and tradition.

10/28/2026

In partnership with the Katz JCC Festival of Arts, Books & Culture, join us on Monday, November 2nd at 5:00 p.m. for a conversation with Billy Planer, author of "Conversations That Matter: How Americans Can Talk About Tough Issues and Remain United".

In today’s increasingly polarized world, conversations about politics and identity can be challenging for all ages. Join educator Billy Planer for an engaging, interactive program that offers practical strategies for navigating difficult discussions with confidence, empathy, and curiosity.

Register Here: https://go.katzjcc.org/2026festival/

Address

1301 Springdale Road
Cherry Hill, NJ
08003

Telephone

+18564244444

Website

http://www.jcrcsnj.org/

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