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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

JRLC Virtual Day on the Hill: Make Justice Your Aim

Thu, Mar. 11 | 6:30 PM - 8:45 PM |

JRLC Virtual Day on the Hill: Make Justice Your Aim

Thu, Mar. 11 | 6:30 PM - 8:45 PM |

Join the Joint Religious Legislative Coalition to examine Justice for Minnesotans of color and those who are unsheltered in the context of the COVID-19 vaccine. Then prepare to meet with your legislators to work for justice.

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Yom HaShoah 5781/2021: Holocaust Remembrance Day

Thu, Apr. 8 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |

Yom HaShoah 5781/2021: Holocaust Remembrance Day

Thu, Apr. 8 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |

Join people from across Minnesota and the Dakotas to commemorate Yom HaShoah.

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News/Blog

Rosh Hashanah and the First Day of School: JCRC Advocates for Religious Inclusion in Public Schools

One of the JCRC's missions is to advocate for Jewish families and employees in public schools and other educational and workplace settings. The first day of school for many Minnesota school districts in 2021 was scheduled to be Tuesday, September ...

Rosh Hashanah and the First Day of School: JCRC Advocates for Religious Inclusion in Public Schools

Blog

FOX 9 Report Examines Prewar Pro-Nazi and Fascist Beliefs of IDS Architect Philip Johnson

Steve Hunegs was interviewed by FOX 9’s Tom Lyden for a story about the complex legacy of architect Philip Johnson – including his prewar pro-Nazi and fascist beliefs.

FOX 9 Report Examines Prewar Pro-Nazi and Fascist Beliefs of IDS Architect Philip Johnson

Steve Hunegs was interviewed by FOX 9’s Tom Lyden for a story about the complex legacy of architect Philip Johnson – including his prewar pro-Nazi and fascist beliefs.

Media

Urban League Real Talk: The Un-Masking of White Supremacy

Feb. 5, 2021 JCRC Executive Director Steve Hunegs participated in a panel discussion with Attorney General Keith Ellison, FBI Special Agent in Charge Michael Paul, Professor Brian Lozenski, moderated by Urban League Twin Cities President and CEO Steven Belton.