Jewish Social Workers and Therapists
for Social Justice
Resources
Social justice and social change work is imaginative work. Jewish Social Workers and Therapists for Social Justice are committed to learning, unlearning, and taking action to support Palestinian liberation and peace for Israel-Palestine.
We welcome you to use these resources that explore your questions and reflections about Israel-Palestine and have supported our learning, grief, anger, and desires for a better, more just world.
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Articles
For too long social work has neglected its obligation to stand with the oppressed and fight alongside the marginalized.
The editor-in-chief of Jewish Currents on recommitting to our movements in this moment.
"Like all segregated societies that are layered on top of each other, Israel and Palestine are not two distinct geographies. Instead, they make up a singular doppelganger society, requiring a doubling of everything."
(from Chapter 14 of Doppelganger by Naomi Klein)
This article seeks to uncover the lineages of difference and dissent, the moments in history when alternatives appeared on the horizon.
American Jews have nothing to fear from the new congressional critics of Israel.
Article by Amanda Gelender, an anti-zionist, Jewish American woman. She has been part of the Palestinian solidarity movement since 2006.
Websites
As social workers, we understand the importance of taking action to address injustices in our world. If we are serious about creating change, we must be willing to engage in difficult conversations and learn from those who have been directly impacted by injustice. That's why we've compiled a list of websites that can help you learn, unlearn, and take action. We invite you to explore these resources and join us in the fight for social justice.
Videos
Movies/Films/Books
Standing Together is a grassroots movement mobilizing Jewish and Palestinian citizens of Israel in pursuit of peace, equality, and social and climate justice.
"The future that we want — peace and independence for Israelis and Palestinians, full equality for all citizens, and true social, economic, and environmental justice — is possible. Because where there is struggle, there is hope."
