“Often in Jewish spaces, the vibrant hues, experiences, and culture of LGBTQ+ JOC (Jews of Color) are too often overlooked, underrepresented, and/or underappreciated, leaving LGBTQ+ JOC yearning for that true sense of belonging we rightfully deserve in the Jewish community. My passion and vision lie in fostering belonging, healing, and celebration for LGBTQ+ JOC in Jewish life and I’m honored to be doing this work now as a Keshet staff member. I’m unbelievably excited to connect, learn, and collaborate with LGBTQ+ JOC to achieve something truly special!”

– Sage Cassell- Rosenberg, Keshet’s JOC Program Manager

Threads of Identity: LGBTQ+ Jews of Color in the Fabric of Jewish Life

Read the ground-breaking report that explores the unique experiences, challenges, and resilience of LGBTQ+ Jews of Color in Jewish spaces.

Events

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Keshet Conversations: Stories from LGBTQ+ Jews of Color

Keshet Conversations: High Holiday Safety for LGBTQ+ Jews of Color with Joshua Maxey
Keshet Conversations: High Holiday Safety for LGBTQ+ Jews of Color with Joshua Maxey

Joshua Maxey talks to Keshet about safety and security as an LGBTQ+ Jew of Color.

Keshet Conversations: Supporting LGBTQ+ Jewish Students of Color
Keshet Conversations: Supporting LGBTQ+ Jewish Students of Color

Meet Amieh, an LGBTQ+ Jewish student of Color! Learn how educators and community members can best support LGBTQ+ Jewish students of Color.

Keshet Conversations:  “I’m a Proud Queer, Trans, Asian Jew” with Emet Marwell
Keshet Conversations: “I’m a Proud Queer, Trans, Asian Jew” with Emet Marwell

In celebration of AAPI (Asian American and Pacific Islander) Heritage Month and Jewish Heritage Month, we had the privilege of sitting down and chatting with Emet Marwell.

Keshet Conversations: Cultivating Belonging for LGBTQ+ Jews of Color
Keshet Conversations: Cultivating Belonging for LGBTQ+ Jews of Color

Check out the amazing work that Sage Cassell-Rosenberg, Keshet Jews of Color Program Manager, has been up to!

Keshet Conversations: Holding On to Hope – Reflections on TDOV
Keshet Conversations: Holding On to Hope – Reflections on TDOV

In celebration of Trans Day of Visibility (TDOV), we had the privilege of sitting down with Alaine Jolicoeur (she/her), an educator, advocate, and leader who has been openly living as a trans woman since 2012.

Keshet Conversations: Finding Jewish Belonging Through Song
Keshet Conversations: Finding Jewish Belonging Through Song

In celebration of AAPI (Asian American and Pacific Islander) Heritage Month, we had the privilege of sitting down with Rachel Chang, a musician, ritual leader, songleader, and educator.

Prayers and Rituals

Shabbat and Havdalah Guide for LGBTQ+ Jews of Color
Shabbat and Havdalah Guide for LGBTQ+ Jews of Color

Check out this guide to enhance your Shabbat and Havdalah services.

Reluctant Prophets: Reading the Book of Jonah as a Queer Jew of Color
Reluctant Prophets: Reading the Book of Jonah as a Queer Jew of Color

Being a queer Jew of Color can often feel like being asked to become a prophet — check out Saffie Kaplan's insightful d'var torah!

Prayers at the Kotel
Prayers at the Kotel

Check out Ziggy Valdez's reflection on their experiences praying at the Kotel as their full Queer, Mexican, and Jewish self.

Resources

Racial Justice Commitment
Racial Justice Commitment

As we strive for justice and equity, we are committed to addressing the needs and elevating the voices of LGBTQ Jews of Color.

“From My Tender Heart to Yours”
“From My Tender Heart to Yours”

Tips to and from LGBTQ+ Jewish students of Color as we head back to school.

Resources for LGBTQ+ Jews of Color
Resources for LGBTQ+ Jews of Color

Essays, rituals, art, profiles, and more—all by and about LGBTQ+ Jews of Color.

Suggestion Box

Are you an LGBTQ+ JOC with an idea or suggestion for an event, a blog piece, a resource, or more? Drop your suggestion here!