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SUMMARY:Bay Area Happy Hour and Juneteenth Shabbat
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Juneteenth in San Francisco with the Bay Area Pro Network and a local congregation for their Juneteenth Shabbat on Friday\, June 20! We’ll convene our Bay Area Pro Net community for social hour (JoCI will provide appetizers and one drink) at a nearby restaurant and then walk over together for Shabbat services. Join us for this special service at an historic synagogue as our CEO Ilana Kaufman gives a moving midrash during the service.
URL:https://thejoci.org/event/bay-area-happy-hour-and-juneteenth-shabbat/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250731T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250731T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084425
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SUMMARY:Freedom of Expression Award: Daveed Diggs in Conversation with Ilana Kaufman at SFJFF
DESCRIPTION:Join the San Francisco Jewish Film Festival for a special evening honoring award-winning performer Daveed Diggs with the 2025 Freedom of Expression Award. The event will include a screening of Magic Hour and a live conversation between Diggs and Ilana Kaufman\, CEO of the Jews of Color Initiative. Together\, they’ll explore themes of identity\, justice\, and creativity in Diggs’s wide-ranging work. \nThis is a unique opportunity to hear from two bold voices shaping the cultural landscape today. \n**If you are part of our Bay Area Pro Network\, please check your email for a special ticket offer! For all other community members\, click the button below to buy tickets now!
URL:https://thejoci.org/event/freedom-of-expression-award-daveed-diggs-in-conversation-with-ilana-kaufman-at-sfjff/
LOCATION:Piedmont Theatre\, Oakland
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250813T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250813T201500
DTSTAMP:20260404T084425
CREATED:20250723T131805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T151842Z
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SUMMARY:LA Pro Network: CommUNITY Chats
DESCRIPTION:To reignite the LA JoC Professional Network\, the Jews of Color Initiative is hosting CommUNITY Chats—a TEDx-inspired event with an opportunity for five participants to lead a segment of the session through storytelling\, skill-building\, and discussion. Guided by the question “How might we build…?”\, each volunteer participant will reflect through one of the following lenses: community\, spirituality\, Jewish life\, leadership\, resilience\, or hope. \nThe evening will begin with food\, drinks\, and informal connection\, followed by an hour of CommUNITY Chats presentations and community updates. All JoC adults (21+) in the LA area are warmly invited to join this unique gathering!
URL:https://thejoci.org/event/la-pro-network-community-chats/
CATEGORIES:Event Category
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084425
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SUMMARY:NY Pro Network: CommUNITY Chats
DESCRIPTION:Join the New York JoC Professional Network for CommUNITY Chats: New York\, a TEDx-inspired evening of storytelling\, reflection\, and shared learning taking place on Thursday\, August 28th from 6-8 pm ET. \nIn this interactive event\, volunteer JoC leaders from our New York Professional Network will guide us through a storytelling and skill-building showcase shaped by the guiding question: “How might we build…?” \nEach speaker will explore this question through the lens of one of the following themes: Community\, Spirituality\, Jewish Life\, Leadership\, Resilience\, or Hope—offering insights grounded in their lived experience. \nTogether\, we’ll learn from our community members’ stories and wisdom\, and build connections as we reflect on what it means to grow and thrive as a multiracial Jewish community.
URL:https://thejoci.org/event/ny-pro-network-community-chats/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250918T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250918T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084425
CREATED:20250904T134633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T134634Z
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SUMMARY:2025-2026 Grantmaking Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join us on September 18th for an informational webinar to launch our 2025-2026 grantmaking cycle. In this webinar\, Program Officer Sarah Starks will discuss this year’s funding opportunity\, our grantmaking strategy\, and how to apply for grants.
URL:https://thejoci.org/event/2025-2026-grantmaking-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Event Category
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251009T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251009T201500
DTSTAMP:20260404T084425
CREATED:20250915T150213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T181515Z
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SUMMARY:POSTPONED: Bay Area CommUNITY Chats
DESCRIPTION:This Bay Area Pro Network event has been postponed. Keep your eye out for emails about our next Bay Area events. \nDon’t yet receive JoCI emails? Subscribe now.
URL:https://thejoci.org/event/bay-area-community-chats-with-the-bay-area-pro-network/
CATEGORIES:Event Category
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251105T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251105T201500
DTSTAMP:20260404T084425
CREATED:20250925T164046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T174633Z
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SUMMARY:LA Pro Network: Teshuvah and Change with Jordan Daniels
DESCRIPTION:On the heels of the High Holidays\, change is still in the air. We’re in the season of harvesting\, growth\, and new beginnings. What does Jewish wisdom teach us about change? How can the process of Teshuvah lead to powerful growth in our communities and leadership? Join our Assistant Director of Programs\, Jordan Daniels\, as we harness the themes of the season to expand our capacities for change making within ourselves and for those we serve.
URL:https://thejoci.org/event/save-the-date-la-pro-network/
CATEGORIES:Event Category
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T183000
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CREATED:20251030T194223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T194223Z
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SUMMARY:D.C. Pro Network: The Great D.C. Kickoff
DESCRIPTION:Join the Jews of Color Initiative’s first-ever D.C. JoC Professional Network and discover a new opportunity to cultivate personal and professional relationships\, as well as leadership skills\, with JoCs in the region.\n\nWe’ll use this first session to share and understand visions for this group and dream up what we want to build together.\n\nRegistration closes on Tuesday\, November 4th at 5pm ET!*
URL:https://thejoci.org/event/d-c-pro-network-the-great-d-c-kickoff/
CATEGORIES:Event Category
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T200000
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CREATED:20250925T164203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T224250Z
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SUMMARY:NY Pro Network: A JoC Lens on Identity\, Purpose\, and Power
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging panel discussion and interactive mini-workshop exploring leadership\, identity\, purpose\, and power through the lens of JoC leadership. Hear from Dr. Imani Chapman\, founder and director of imani strategies\, Maryam Chisti\, Co-Executive Director of LUNAR; and Arya Marvazy\, Senior Director of Programming at JoCI\, as they share personal stories and leadership journeys. Together\, we’ll explore how identity shapes leadership\, and how you can harness your own purpose and power to lead with intention and impact. \nAbout the Facilitators:\n \nDr. Imani Romney-Rosa Chapman\, the founder and director of imani strategies\, llc\, is a powerful\, dynamic\, faith-filled\, compassionate\, change leader for equity. She has more than 30 years of experience developing curriculum\, organizing\, and educating for social justice. As her name suggests\, Imani/Emunah [faith]\, her faith drives her to co-create brave and inclusive environments for learning\, growth and justice.  \nMaryam Chishti is the Co-Executive Director of The LUNAR Collective. She is interfaith\, with an Indian/Muslim father and Jewish American mother who raised her in both religions and cultures. Maryam is a graduate of the Ruskay Institute of Jewish Professional Leadership and the Jews of Color Initiative’s inaugural Leadership Fellowship. \nArya Marvazy is the Senior Director of Programs at the Jews of Color Initiative. A proud queer Jew\, Arya is deeply committed to empowering diverse Jewish identities\, fostering equitable communities\, and creating inclusive pathways for a thriving Jewish future. His dedication extends beyond his professional work—he has also served as a lay leader with organizations such as JDC Entwine\, JPro\, AJC\, Schusterman’s ROI community\, and more.
URL:https://thejoci.org/event/save-the-date-ny-pro-net/
CATEGORIES:Event Category
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251118T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251118T184500
DTSTAMP:20260404T084425
CREATED:20251030T183140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T224241Z
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SUMMARY:JoCI Listening Tour: LOS ANGELES
DESCRIPTION:The Jews of Color Initiative’s CEO\, Ilana Kaufman\, is visiting communities across the country for an interactive Listening Tour to engage in open dialogue with local leaders\, grantees\, partners\, and community members. Through these conversations\, JoCI aims to listen deeply\, learn from local experiences\, and shape the next chapter of our work together. \nJoin us for dinner and be part of the LA conversation around Jews of Color in the United States on Tuesday\, November 18 at IKAR’s mid-city office space (address and parking will be sent to confirmed registrants). \nAfter the event\, we invite you to join our team at IKAR for their event with Rabbi Sharon Brous and Jewish Studio Project’s Rabbi Adina Allen for a night of creativity! \nRegistration closes at 5pm PT on Thursday\, November 13th \nLearn more about the JoCI Listening Tour.
URL:https://thejoci.org/event/joci-listening-tour-los-angeles/
CATEGORIES:Event Category
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251120T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251120T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084426
CREATED:20251030T185924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T091606Z
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SUMMARY:JoCI Listening Tour: SAN DIEGO
DESCRIPTION:The Jews of Color Initiative’s CEO\, Ilana Kaufman\, is visiting communities across the country for an interactive Listening Tour to engage in open dialogue with local leaders\, grantees\, partners\, and community members. Through these conversations\, JoCI aims to to listen deeply\, learn from local experiences\, and shape the next chapter of our work together. \nJoin us and be part of the conversation around Jews of Color in the United States on Thursday\, November 20 from 5-6:30PM in San Diego. Location will be shared with confirmed registrants. \nEmail programs@thejoci.org to register! \nRegistration closes 5pm PT on Monday\, November 17 \nLearn more about the Listening Tour
URL:https://thejoci.org/event/joci-listening-tour-san-diego/
CATEGORIES:Event Category
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251203T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251203T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084426
CREATED:20251030T190717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T091547Z
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SUMMARY:The JoC Bay Area Pro Network Attends Rabbi Angela Buchdahl "Heart of A Stranger"
DESCRIPTION:Join the Bay Area JoC Pro Network community and the JoCI team for a gathering with Rabbi Angela Buchdahl\, the first East-Asian American rabbi and first woman congregational leader of Central Synagogue in NYC! We’ll begin with a brief JoC reception before the event at Temple Emanu-El in Presidio Heights to listen to Rabbi Angela discuss her new memoir\, “Heart of a Stranger: An Unlikely Rabbi’s Story of Faith\, Identity\, and Belonging\,” with Emanu-El’s Senior Rabbi\, Ryan Bauer.\n\nThe first 20 registrations will receive free tickets to the book discussion\, which include’s a copy of the Rabbi’s new book\, covered by the JoCI! Additional ticket purchases through our Bay Area Pro Network may use a discount code\, which will be provided to confirmed registrants.
URL:https://thejoci.org/event/the-joc-bay-area-pro-network-attends-rabbi-angela-buchdahl-heart-of-a-stranger/
CATEGORIES:Event Category
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251211T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251211T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084426
CREATED:20251107T174219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T091223Z
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SUMMARY:JoCI Listening Tour: PORTLAND\, OR
DESCRIPTION:The Jews of Color Initiative’s CEO\, Ilana Kaufman\, is visiting communities across the country for an interactive Listening Tour to engage in open dialogue with local leaders\, grantees\, partners\, and community members. Through these conversations\, JoCI aims to to listen deeply\, learn from local experiences\, and shape the next chapter of our work together. \nJoin us and be part of the conversation around Jews of Color in the United States on Thursday December 11 from 5-6:30PM in Portland\, OR. Location will be shared with confirmed registrants. \nEmail programs@thejoci.org to register! \nLearn more about the Listening Tour
URL:https://thejoci.org/event/joci-listening-tour-portland-or/
CATEGORIES:Event Category
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260116T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260116T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084426
CREATED:20260113T193307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T220321Z
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SUMMARY:JoCI Listening Tour: LAS VEGAS
DESCRIPTION:The Jews of Color Initiative’s CEO\, Ilana Kaufman\, is visiting communities across the country for an interactive Listening Tour to engage in open dialogue with local leaders\, grantees\, partners\, and community members. Through these conversations\, JoCI aims to to listen deeply\, learn from local experiences\, and shape the next chapter of our work together. \nJoin us and be part of the conversation around Jews of Color in the United States on Friday\, January 16 at Temple Sinai Las Vegas from 5-6:30PM. Following this Listening Tour session\, you are invited to join the Temple for their MLK Shabbat\, featuring Ilana providing a D’var Torah. \nRegister at bit.ly/JoCI-Vegas or click the Register Now button! \nLearn more about the JoCI’s national Listening Tour
URL:https://thejoci.org/event/joci-listening-tour-las-vegas/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260203T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260203T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084426
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T211316Z
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SUMMARY:JoCI Listening Tour: Denver
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, February 3 | 5:00–6:30 PM MST\nCherry Creek neighborhood (exact location shared with registrants) \nJoin local community members\, leaders\, partners\, and friends for an interactive evening of conversation\, reflection\, and shared learning. Your insights will help inform how JoCI continues to support Jews of Color—both in Denver and beyond. \nBeverages and sweets provided\nRegistration closes Thursday\, January 29 at 12 PM PT \nRegister Now
URL:https://thejoci.org/event/joci-listening-tour-denver/
CATEGORIES:Event Category
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260204T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260204T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084426
CREATED:20260120T222327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T211259Z
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SUMMARY:RFP Webinar: JoC Youth: Building the Future You Want to See
DESCRIPTION:Join the JoCI Grants Team on Wednesday\, February 4\, 2026\, 9am PT / 12pm ET for an informational webinar launching our latest request for proposals: JoC Youth: Building the Future You Want to See. This webinar is for organizations and project leaders of any age who have a vision for empowering JoC youth ages 13-25. \nRegister at bit.ly/JoCYouth-Webinar
URL:https://thejoci.org/event/rfp-webinar-joc-youth-building-the-future-you-want-to-see/
CATEGORIES:Event Category
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260205T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260205T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084426
CREATED:20260128T222843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T211238Z
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SUMMARY:JoCI Listening Tour: Tucson
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, February 5 | 11:00 AM–12:30 PM MST\nUniversity of Arizona campus (exact location shared with registrants) \nBe part of a dynamic midday gathering centered on dialogue\, imagination\, and partnership. Together\, we’ll explore how JoCI can best serve local and national needs in collaboration with the people and communities we support. \nLunch will be served\nSpace is limited\nRegistration closes Friday\, January 30 at 12 PM PT \nRegister Now
URL:https://thejoci.org/event/joci-listening-tour-tucson/
CATEGORIES:Event Category
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084426
CREATED:20260128T223249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T211155Z
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SUMMARY:JoCI Listening Tour: National Virtual Session
DESCRIPTION:Join the JoCI for a virtual Listening Tour session—an excellent option for those outside our current tour cities or who have been unable to attend in person. This gathering will offer the same opportunity for reflection\, dialogue\, and connection from wherever you are. Space is limited\, but please note we will host a second virtual session at a later date. \nRegister Now
URL:https://thejoci.org/event/joci-listening-tour-national-virtual-session/
CATEGORIES:Event Category
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084426
CREATED:20260128T221119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T211112Z
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SUMMARY:LA Pro Network: Black\, Jewish\, and Building
DESCRIPTION:Join the Jews of Color Initiative’s LA Pro Network for Black\, Jewish\, and Building: Lessons on Intersectional Leadership—an evening centered on the insights\, experiences\, and leadership practices that emerge from Black-Jewish perspectives as a celebration of Black History Month.This conversation\, taking place on February 11\, will feature a dialogue between nationally recognized community leaders Kiyomi Kowalski and Nate Looney\, moderated by Jordan Daniels\, JoCI’s Assistant Director of Programs. Together\, they’ll explore what it means to build leadership at the intersection of identity\, power\, and purpose—and what these lessons can offer our communities today.Please arrive by 5:45 PM; program begins promptly at 6:30. \nRegister Now
URL:https://thejoci.org/event/la-pro-network-black-jewish-and-building/
CATEGORIES:Event Category
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260226T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260226T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084426
CREATED:20260128T220058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T171455Z
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SUMMARY:Black Power\, Jewish Politics - Bay Area
DESCRIPTION:Join the Jews of Color Initiative in the Bay Area for an illuminating evening of dialogue between Ilana Kaufman\, CEO of the Jews of Color Initiative\, and Dr. Marc Dollinger\, author of Black Power\, Jewish Politics: Reinventing the Alliance in the 1960s. On February 26\, they’ll explore the intersections of Black and Jewish histories\, the evolution of multiracial solidarity\, and how these stories continue to shape Jewish communal life today. This event now includes a virtual welcome from Congresswoman Lateefah Simon!\n \nProgram  \n– 5:30 – 6:30pm PT: Mingling and generous appetizers \n– 6:30 – 8pm PT: Panel conversation and Q&A \n\nRegister Now
URL:https://thejoci.org/event/black-power-jewish-politics-bay-area/
CATEGORIES:Event Category
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084426
CREATED:20260212T214125Z
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SUMMARY:Shared Struggles\, Shared Stories: Black Power\, Jewish Politics\, and the Fight for Justice - JoCI at 92NY
DESCRIPTION:Join the Jews of Color Initiative at 92NY for an illuminating evening of dialogue between Ilana Kaufman\, CEO of the Jews of Color Initiative\, and Dr. Marc Dollinger\, author of Black Power\, Jewish Politics: Reinventing the Alliance in the 1960s. This session will be moderated by Dr. Susannah Heschel\, renowned scholar of Jewish studies and daughter of Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel. On March 24 at 7:30pm\, they’ll explore the intersections of Black and Jewish histories\, the evolution of multiracial solidarity\, and how these stories continue to shape Jewish communal life today.  \n\nRegister Now
URL:https://thejoci.org/event/black-power-jewish-politics-at-92ny-new-york/
CATEGORIES:Event Category,Featured Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260325T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260325T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084426
CREATED:20260217T190916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T190916Z
UID:6466-1774463400-1774470600@thejoci.org
SUMMARY:JoCI Listening Tour: New York
DESCRIPTION:Join local community members\, leaders\, partners\, and friends in New York for an interactive evening of conversation\, reflection\, and shared learning. Your insights will help inform how JoCI continues to support Jews of Color—both in New York and beyond. \nPark Slope area – exact location will be shared with confirmed registrants \nRegistration for this event closes March 18th. \nRegister Now
URL:https://thejoci.org/event/joci-listening-tour-new-york/
CATEGORIES:Featured Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084426
CREATED:20260217T191719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T194623Z
UID:6469-1774544400-1774551600@thejoci.org
SUMMARY:JoCI Listening Tour: Washington\, D.C.
DESCRIPTION:Join local community members\, leaders\, partners\, and friends in New York for an interactive evening of conversation\, reflection\, and shared learning. Your insights will help inform how JoCI continues to support Jews of Color—both in Washington\, D.C. and beyond. \nRegistration for this event closes March 19th. \nRegister Now
URL:https://thejoci.org/event/joci-listening-tour-washington-d-c/
CATEGORIES:Event Category,Featured Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260422T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260422T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084426
CREATED:20260317T194142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T194320Z
UID:6510-1776859200-1776862800@thejoci.org
SUMMARY:JoCI National Listening Tour: National Virtual
DESCRIPTION:The Jews of Color Initiative’s CEO\, Ilana Kaufman\, is visiting communities across the country for an interactive Listening Tour to engage in open dialogue with local leaders\, grantees\, partners\, and community members. Through these conversations\, JoCI aims to listen deeply\, learn from local experiences\, and use your wisdom to help inform the next chapter of our work together. Each stop on the Listening Tour will be an opportunity to connect\, reflect\, and imagine together—exploring how JoCI can best serve local and national needs in partnership with the people we serve as JoCI approaches our 10-year anniversary. \n\nThis is your opportunity to join our Listening Tour from anywhere in the country! Join us and be part of the conversation about Jews of Color in the United States on Wednesday\, April 22 from 12-1pm PT | 3-4pm ET. \n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://thejoci.org/event/joci-national-listening-tour-national-virtual/
CATEGORIES:Featured Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260422T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260422T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084426
CREATED:20260317T193042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T193120Z
UID:6507-1776877200-1776884400@thejoci.org
SUMMARY:JoCI National Listening Tour: San Francisco
DESCRIPTION:The Jews of Color Initiative’s CEO\, Ilana Kaufman\, is visiting communities across the country for an interactive Listening Tour to engage in open dialogue with local leaders\, grantees\, partners\, and community members. Through these conversations\, JoCI aims to listen deeply\, learn from local experiences\, and use your wisdom to help inform the next chapter of our work together. \n\nEach stop on the Listening Tour will be an opportunity to connect\, reflect\, and imagine together—exploring how JoCI can best serve local and national needs in partnership with the people we serve as JoCI approaches our 10-year anniversary.\n\n\n\nJoin us and be part of the conversation about Jews of Color in the United States on Wednesday\, April 22 from 5-7PM PST in San Francisco. \n  \nBeverages and sweets will be provided for an end of day energizer!\n\n\n\n*Registration closes at 12PM PT on Thursday\, April 16\, 2026*\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://thejoci.org/event/joci-national-listening-tour-san-francisco/
CATEGORIES:Featured Events
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