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50 Years After the Six Day
War - Is Peace Possible
On the heels of the UN Security Council
Resolution 2334, the passage of the Israel’s
new Regulation Law, and the New
Administration’spriority of achieving peace
between Israel and Palestinians, learn from
our high-level speakers about implications
of the Six-Day War and how we can achieve
a much needed two-State solution.
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Civil Rights Challenges:
Working Together
Inequities within the criminal justice system
constitute one of the major crises facing
our country. Mass incarceration is not just
a federal issue. The Jewish community
has a proven track record in advocating
for civil rights and injustices in our democracy.
Learn how your Jewish community
can make a difference.
Register Now!
Marcia Greenberger to receive
Albert D. Chernin Award
At JCPA2017 we will privileged to honor Marcia Greenberger, National Women's
Law Center Founder and Co-President with the
Albert D. Chernin award, which is given annually to
an American Jew whose life work best exemplifies
the social justice imperatives of Judaism, Jewish
history, and the protection of the Bill of Rights,
particularly the First Amendment.
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William C. Daroff to receive Chair's
Tikkun Olam Award
At the annual JCPA Chair’s Award dinner
on Sunday, February 26, we will recognize William Daroff, Senior Vice President
for Public Policy and Director of the Washington
Office of The Jewish Federations
of North America. The award
recognizes individuals who demonstrate a
deep commitment and extraordinary effort to improving the lives of people everywhere,
things William exhibits every day.
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Wade Henderson to
Receive JCPA Tzedek
Award
The JCPA Tzedek Award recognizes individuals
who demonstrate a deep commitment and
extraordinary effort to improving the lives
of people everywhere. It celebrates the Jewish
ideal of a "Tzedek", someone who embodies
and embraces the concepts of justice,
righteousness, integrity, and fairness. We are
honored to announce Wade Henderson as the
first recipient of this prestigious award.
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Speakers Include:
The JCPA Conference will be packed with
well-known speakers, ranging from political
leaders to leaders in Jewish communal service,
business, academics, and journalism.
Register NowWhat Is the JCPA2017?
JCPA2017, formerly known as the Plenum, is where hundreds of activists come together to shape our community relations agenda as the voice of our 125 Community and 16 National Member Agencies.
Registration
JCPA2017 will be February 25-28, 2017 at the Capital Hilton in Washington, D.C. The conference will begin with Havdallah Saturday night and conclude approximately 3:00 p.m. Tuesday afternoon.
Challenges of 2017The priorities of the new administration and Congress will bring new challenges and opportunities to the community relations field. Our field has a strong tradition of engagement on civil rights issues, anti-Semitism, and in ensuring a pluralistic and democratic America, and for being strong nuanced advocates for Israel. Hear from a diverse group of pundits on what challenges they think the Jewish community will face during these changing times.
Moderator: Marcia Greenberger Speakers: Wajahat Ali, E.J. Dionne, Jennifer Rubin
Reforming Police Practices: How Your Community Can HelpThis summer’s shootings of unarmed African Americans serve as a sad reminder of the racism and discrimination that still plagues our society and the unfinished business of civil rights. These shootings tear at our social fabric and strain race relations. The Jewish community can play an important role in reducing discrimination and repairing our communities by engagement and leadership in local efforts to build bridges and adopt 21st century community policing practices. Register Today for JCPA 2017 and learn what you can do!
Speakers: Kanya Bennett, Elana Kahn, Dr. Judy Lubin, Hilary Shelton
50 Years After the Six Day War – Is Peace PossibleOn the heels of the UN Security Council Resolution 2334, the passage of the Israel’s new Regulation Law, and the New Administration’s priority of achieving peace between Israel and Palestinians, learn from our high-level speakers about implications of the Six-Day War and how we can achieve a much needed two-State solution.
The panel will feature experts Aaron David Miller of the Wilson Center, and Tamara Cofman Wittes of the Brooking Institute.
Speakers: Aaron David Miller, Tamara Cofman Wittes
Civil Rights Challenges: Working TogetherJCPA 2017 opening panel features Glenn E. Martin, featured in Nextflix 13th documentary and Rabbi Jonah Pesner . Inequities within the criminal justice system constitute one of the major crises facing our country. Mass incarceration is not just a federal issue. In fact, more people are incarcerated in state and local facilities than federal prisons. The Jewish community has a proven track record in advocating for civil rights and injustices in our democracy. Learn about how your Jewish community can make a difference.
Speakers: Glenn E. Martin, Rabbi Jonah Pesner
about the JCPA2017
JCPA’s Annual Conference, formerly known as the JCPA Plenum, is where hundreds of activists come together to shape our community relations agenda as a united voice.