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Educate

about Judaism, Israel, the Holocaust,
and the challenges we face today

The JCRC builds relationships to fight antisemitism and bigotry; educates about Judaism, Israel, antisemitism, and the Holocaust; advocates for Jewish values and priorities; and safeguards our community.

Advocate

for the priorities and values
of the Jewish community

Build

bridges across the Jewish
and broader communities

Safeguard

our community and others
against physical and cyber threats

Safeguarding the security and wellbeing of individuals and Jewish communal institutions.

As the public affairs voice of the Jewish community, the JCRC fights antisemitism and prejudice, advocates for Israel, provides Holocaust education, promotes tolerance and social justice, and builds bridges across the Jewish and broader communities.

The Public Affairs Voice of the Jewish Community

Since 1939, the JCRC has served the Jewish community of Minnesota. While COVID-19 has changed the way we do our work, we continue to educate, advocate, safeguard, and build on your behalf.

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Events

2021 JCRC Annual Event

Wed, Aug. 11 | 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM | American Swedish Institute

2021 JCRC Annual Event

Wed, Aug. 11 | 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM | American Swedish Institute

Support the JCRC by purchasing tickets to our Annual Event at the American Swedish Institute.

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News/Blog

Kindertransport Exhibition in the Media

Read what is being written about in local media regarding the Kindertransport Exhibition at the American Swedish Institute.

Kindertransport Exhibition in the Media

Read what is being written about in local media regarding the Kindertransport Exhibition at the American Swedish Institute.

Media

JCRC, Federations, 20+ Jewish Organizations Stand United Against Antisemitism

On Sunday, July 11, over 250 Minnesotans came together at the Minnesota State Capitol under the bright July sunshine to stand united against the rising threats to Jewish safety and security around us. The gathering featured speakers representing diverse streams ...

JCRC, Federations, 20+ Jewish Organizations Stand United Against Antisemitism

Program

Star Tribune Commentary by Mohamed Ahmed

June 16, 2021 Last Friday CNN contacted the JCRC about reaction to Rep. Omar’s statement about the United States, Israel, Hamas, and the Taliban. Ultimately another story took priority which was regrettable since there was much I wanted to say ...