Union for Reform Judaism

We have been deeply pained by the abhorrent harassment of Jewish students, faculty, and allies on college campuses since October 7th. However, we urge that efforts to ensure Jewish safety be pursued in ways that uphold our nation’s core principles of due process and free speech.

This letter was delivered to all 100 United States senators today from Rabbi Jonah Dov Pesner regarding he nomination of Gov. Mike Huckabee as U.S. Ambassador to Israel.

The URJ and CCAR have proudly joined more than two dozen national faith denominations and associations as plaintiffs in a major federal lawsuit defending religious freedom.

Jewish tradition teaches of the Divine spark in every person. As Jewish groups that are committed to protecting and advancing the safety and security of our community, we know we have an invaluable tool to leverage: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives.

We strongly condemn the proposal described by President Donald Trump of a U.S. takeover of the Gaza Strip in the form of a real estate development plan.

In response to President Trump’s series of executive orders targeting the transgender community, Rabbi Jonah Dov Pesner, Director of the Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism, released the following statement.

Reform Jewish leaders oppose Trump’s immigration policies, advocating for compassionate, just policies protecting immigrants and refugees.

After careful consideration, we are choosing to stop actively posting on X, formerly known as Twitter, which has become rife with toxic speech.

Today is a moment we have prayed to see for more than 15 months. We welcome today's news of a ceasefire and hostage agreement with bittersweet joy.

Over the course of a remarkably long, robust, and impactful life, President Jimmy Carter touched countless lives the world over.

Rabbi Rick Jacobs, President of the Union for Reform Judaism (URJ), announced today that Jen Algire will join the URJ’s executive leadership team as Executive Vice President.

More than 5,000 individuals from the Reform Jewish Movement and its allies have signed a letter to President-elect Donald Trump, spotlighting key policy issues and praying that in his next term, he will advance the principles of justice and commitment to rule of law that have been sources of strength for our nation.