In recent months, much of the conversation in American society has centered on racial justice, equity and anti-racism. These conversations have extended deep into Jewish communities, as well. However, some of the groups that are frequently overlooked in Jewish conversations about race, are Jewish communities of Color, and Sephardic and Mizrahi communities. These communities make up a significant portion of the American Jewish community, and yet their stories are often overshadowed by the broader concerns of the Ashkenazi Jewish community.
Join the Vilna for a narrative-arts based, video workshop with Kaleidoscope, an organization that uses personal monologue and spoken word to highlight the personal stories of Jews of Color, and Jews from Sephardic & Mizrachi backgrounds. The ultimate goal: to help communities develop greater receptivity and sensitivity to issues of Jewish diversity.
In this interactive workshop, Kaleidoscope facilitators share clips of the performer’s powerful monologues followed by questions, prompted writing exercises, group sharing and conversation. Though our stories focus on the experiences of Jewish racial and cultural diversity, we believe EVERYONE has a story to tell that reflects a time of feeling “othered” within and outside the Jewish Community. We all wear masks -- what are yours?
In partnership with KALEIDOSCOPE. Boldly Diverse - Distinctly Jewish.
Please keep in mind that this program is designed specifically for young professionals in their 20’s and 30’s. For those of you who were born after the debut of the Rubik Cube, please register in order to receive a confirmation email with the Zoom link. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please check your spam/promotions tab/filter.
Sponsored by Combined Jewish Philanthropies.