Or Tzedek: A Jewish Teen Institute for Social Justice
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                                                    Activism and Community Organizing          Session 1: July 15-22, 2012
                                                    Session 2: August 5-12, 2012 


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                                                    MAKE A DIFFERENCE

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                                                    Engage and learn about diverse communities, the challenges they face, how to battle for justice and equality. Meet with grassroots organizations and young people who are active leaders in their communities. Join them in making a difference!

                                                    Or Tzedek participants address urban issues through hands-on service, in-depth study, and participation in real-life community organizing campaigns. At Or Tzedek, you will explore urban social justice issues related to:

                                                    • Immigration • Community Organizing • Racism • Education • Worker Justice • Healthcare • Housing • Homelessness •  •Environmental Justice • Poverty • Segregation • Systems of Oppression • Civic Engagement • Interfaith Community Building

                                                    JEWISH PERSPECTIVE ON JUSTICE

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                                                    Or Tzedek is a program of the Jewish Council on Urban Affairs, the most experienced Jewish social justice organization in the country. Or Tzedek provides teens with inspiration and know-how to change their world by exploring the relevance of Jewish tradition to their lives. At Or Tzedek, you will gain knowledge, insight and inspiration as you meet with prominent Jewish educators, leaders, and activists. Together, we will engage with Jewish text studies rooted in social justice issues, and share our unique Or Tzedek Shabbat through new eyes with your new friends.

                                                    Register for Activism & Community Organizing!

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