For generations, the Kotel (Western Wall) has been a place of deep spiritual connection for Jews around the world — a sacred site meant to unite our people in prayer.

But new proposed legislation in Israel could criminalize egalitarian prayer at the Kotel, placing the entire site — including the egalitarian section — under exclusive control of the ultra-Orthodox Chief Rabbinate. If passed, Jews who pray in ways that don’t meet ultra-Orthodox standards could face up to seven years in prison.

This isn’t just about one prayer space — it’s about whether Israel will reflect the diversity of the Jewish people, or only one interpretation of Judaism. Today, 85% of the world’s Jewish population could be excluded from meaningful access to one of our holiest sites for lifecycle moments like b’nei mitzvah, conversions, and communal prayer.

Prayer is not a crime.
The Wall is for all of us.

Join the movement to protect religious pluralism in Israel.
Learn more and take action: arza.org/egalprayeratkotel

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Did you know that February is Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance, and Inclusion Month? JDAIM is a unified effort among Jewish organizations worldwide to raise awareness and foster acceptance and inclusion of people with disabilities and mental health conditions and those who love them.

Before our Tasting in the Dark event on Saturday evening, we are excited to welcome Dom Kelly (@the_tattooedjew) , the Co-Founder, President & CEO of New Disabled South, as a guest speaker for our JDAIM Shabbat Service on Friday night.

Dom has been organizing in the South since 2009, committed to building a progressive future for disabled people in his region. He is a celebrated movement leader, social entrepreneur, organizer, speaker, and writer. To register for the service and to learn more about Dom and New Disabled South, go to kkbe.org. ...

We are all influenced by the world around us — politics, technology, environment. How does the time of your birth impact the way you see the world? How might understanding other times make for more peaceful interactions with people of different generations? Join Dr. Betsy Stone and Rabbi Alexander to explore some external influences that might have helped to create the person you are today.

Registration is required in advance for this program at https://kkbe.shulcloud.com/event/lifelong-learning-betsystone. ...