Jared Jackson
By Jared Jackson
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Opinion An opportunity to confront white supremacy and create a Jewish, intersectional future
Previous Article Next Article As a diversity, equity, and inclusion leader within the Jewish world, I am rarely shocked by what I hear. But right before the lockdowns came into effect, I was. I spoke with a few colleagues, friends, and clients about their experiences being in a community facing a pandemic. One colleague said,…
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Opinion It’s Time For The Jewish Community To Do Teshuva For Its Treatment of Jews Of Color
The high holidays are a great time for reflection, community, spirituality, and celebration. But for many Jews of color, parents and partners from other faith traditions and those experiencing Judaism for the first time, it is also a time to stay on high alert. Many will have had their Rosh Hashanahs marred by shattering experiences…
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Opinion 4 Questions To Ask Before Wearing the Safety Pin, From a Jew of Color
If I — a multi-heritage, brown, Jewish man — get chased down by neo-Nazis and find someone wearing a safety pin, how will I know if that person will actually do what it takes to save my life? Do they really know what they’re signing up for? I’ve found myself wondering this over the past…
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Opinion Jewish Uses and Abuses of Martin Luther King’s Memory
Four years ago, I made a promise to myself: I would not accept any more invitations to speak to the Jewish community on Martin Luther King weekend. Since then, I have dutifully kept that promise. But this year, I’m breaking it. Here’s the thing: I used to love MLK weekend. In fact, I still have…
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Opinion 8 Pitfalls To Avoid When Being an Ally to Jews of Color
When it comes to Jews of color, allies are definitely needed. But if you want to be an effective ally, there are important things to consider before, during and after the process. If not properly considered, some of these things will lead to major pitfalls. So what exactly are the pitfalls, and how can you…
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