A Faith in the Future. A Belief in Action...
The National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) is a grassroots organization of volunteers and advocates who turn progressive ideals into action. Inspired by Jewish values, NCJW strives for social justice by improving the quality of life for women, children, and families and by safeguarding individual rights and freedoms.
Events
Keeping up to date
Save the Date for the 2025 Hannah G. Solomon and Woman of the Year Recognition Brunch
Sunday, June 1st at 11:00 am
SAVE THE DATE! This year’s Hannah G. Solomon and Woman of the Year Recognition Brunch will take place on Sunday, June 1st at 11:00 am at Irondequoit Country Club. Please plan to join us as we honor our 2025 Hannah G. Solomon Award Recipient, ….
Allergies are on the rise—food, environmental, seasonal, and insect allergies affect more people than ever. In fact, studies show that food allergies in children have increased by 50% since ….
Sunday, March 9th, 2:00-4:30 pm
Visit the NCJW GRS booth at the Purim carnival at the JCC! We will be making a cup of BOBA Advoca-tea as we teach kids how to Be Our Best Advocates like Queen Esther and Vashti!
About Us
Get Your Own Coffee!
In 1893, Hannah G. Solomon of Chicago was asked to organize the participation of Jewish women at the Chicago World’s Fair. When she discovered that participation only consisted of pouring coffee, she walked out and, by the end of the World’s Fair, had founded the National Council of Jewish Women, changing forever the role of Jewish women and the nature of volunteerism.
The Greater Rochester Section was founded just one year later in 1894, in keeping with Rochester’s long tradition of feminism and the fight for equal rights. NCJW GRS remains committed to improving the lives of our fellow Rochesterians through advocacy, education, and philanthropy.
Join Us
Turning Progressive Values Into Action
As a member of NCJW Greater Rochester Section you will be connected to a growing network of courageous and compassionate individuals who work together to improve the quality of life for women, children and families every day. We join with 180,000 other advocates nationally to make our voices heard in New York, Washington DC and Israel as we fight for social justice. As an organization, we take action and work together to be a positive force for change.
Advocacy
Our Voices - Our Collective Power
For over 125 years, NCJW GRS has championed issues affecting women, children, and families. NCJW is committed across the board to working in deep partnership and collaboration with other organizations that include local establishments, public schools, local government agencies, human service providers, faith-based institutions, and other non-profits, as well as elected officials holding positions in a multitude of offices.
