Press Releases

2013

Jewish Women’s Group Dedicated to Preventing Violence Against Women Urges Congress, Military to Take Swift Action Responding to Rampant Sexual Violence in the Military
May 8, 2013

Mother’s Day Cards for Loved Ones Brighten the Day for Women in Domestic Violence Shelters
April 29, 2013

Jewish Women’s Group Profoundly Disappointed by Senate’s Rejection of Bipartisan Background Check Compromise
April 17, 2013

Jewish Women’s Group Commemorates Equal Pay Day by Urging Congress to Swiftly Pass Pay Equity Legislation
April 9, 2013

Mother’s Day Cards for Loved Ones Brighten the Day for Women in Domestic Violence Shelters
April 9, 2013

Jewish women’s group celebrates expanded access to morning-after pill
April 5, 2013

After Steubenville trial, Jewish women’s group emphasizes role of education in sexual violence prevention
March 20, 2013

Jewish Women International accepted as 15th national member of Jewish Council for Public Affairs
March 12, 2013

Jewish women’s group hails signing of Violence Against Women Act reauthorization into law
March 7, 2013

Jewish women’s group receives DOJ grant to engage men and boys in prevention of domestic and sexual violence
March 1, 2013

Jewish Women’s Group Applauds House Passage of Violence Against Women Act Reauthorization
February 28, 2013

Jewish Women’s Group Holds Capitol Hill Briefing on Teen Dating Violence
February 28, 2013

THURSDAY: Jewish Women’s Group to Hold Capitol Hill Briefing on Teen Dating Violence
February 26, 2013

Jewish Women’s Group Rejects U.S. House Version of Violence Against Women Act
February 25, 2013

International Jewish Women’s Group Applauds U.S. Senate on Protecting Women
February 12, 2013

JWI Applauds President Obama’s Directive to Advance Gender Equality Worldwide
January 31, 2013

JWI Applauds Reintroduction of Violence Against Women Act and Urges Congress to Move Quickly to Reauthorize Landmark Law
January 23, 2013

Jewish Women International Celebrates 40th Anniversary of Roe v. Wade and Urges Further Action to Protect a Woman’s Right to Choose
January 22, 2013

JWI Applauds President Obama’s Gun Violence Prevention Proposal; Urges Congress to Follow
January 16, 2013

2012

Financial Literacy Program for Teens Launches in Atlanta, Ga.
December 26, 2012

JWI Applauds President’s Announcement of Gun Violence Task Force and Urges Further Action
December 19, 2012

JWI Mourns the Tragic Loss of Life at Sandy Hook Elementary School
December 17, 2012

JWI’s Inspirational Women to Watch Event Highlights the Achievements of 10 Extraordinary Jewish Women
December 3, 2012

Jewish Women International Expresses Heartfelt Support for Israel
November 20, 2012

For Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Interfaith Domestic Violence Coalition Urges Congress to Reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act
October 23, 2012

Jewish Women International Recognizes Domestic Violence Awareness Month in October: Calls on Corporations to Increase Philanthropic Giving for Domestic Violence Programs
September 28, 2012

Jewish Women International Celebrates Eighteenth Anniversary of the Violence Against Women Act and Calls for Renewed Congressional Action
September 13, 2012

JWI Releases Sukkot Study Guide: Third in Women, Relationships and Jewish Texts Series
September 13, 2012

Jewish Women International Condemns Violent Attack on American Embassy in Libya
September 12, 2012

Inspiring Jewish Women Leaders Celebrated As JWI “Women to Watch”
September 4, 2012

Five Outstanding Women To Join JWI’s Board of Trustees
July 16, 2012

Supreme Court’s Decision on Health Care Law is a Huge Victory for Women and Families, JWI Says
June 28, 2012

JWI Applauds Reintroduction of the International Violence Against Women Act
June 7, 2012

Jewish Women International Expresses Strong Disappointment Over Senate’s Failure to Pass Equal Pay Legislation
June 5, 2012

Jewish Women International Expresses Deep Disappointment after the Passage of H.R. 4970
May 17, 2012

JWI Releases Shavuot Study Guide: Second in Women, Relationships and Jewish Texts Series
May 10, 2012

Jewish Women International Applauds Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin for Introducing Legislation to Combat Elder Abuse
May 3, 2012

Jewish Women International Applauds Senate Passage of Violence Against Women Act Reauthorization
April 26, 2012

Jewish Women International Empowers Women to Control Their Finances This April for Financial Literacy Awareness Month
April 2, 2012

Bringing Comfort to Thousands of At-Risk Women on Mother’s Day
March 29, 2012

Jewish Women International Celebrates Anniversary of the Passage of the Health Care Law
March 23, 2012

Three Financial Literacy Workshops for Teen Girls to Be Held in DC Area Synagogues
March 14, 2012

JWI Releases Purim Study Guide: First in Women, Relationships and Jewish Texts Series
February 15, 2012

JWI Releases Statement on Obama Administration’s Birth Control Coverage Announcement
February 10, 2012

JWI Leads Faith Community’s Efforts to Reauthorize Violence Against Women Act
February 9, 2012

JWI Expresses Deep Disappointment over Komen Decision to Defund Planned Parenthood
February 1, 2012

According to JWI Survey, 90% of Responding Jewish Domestic Violence Organizations Face Service Gaps
January 30, 2012

JWI Executive Director Leads Panel of Experts at U.S. Senate Briefing on the VAWA Reauthorization
January 23, 2012

JWI Commemorates 39th Anniversary of Roe v. Wade
January 22, 2012

JWI Applauds Obama Administration’s Decision to Uphold Contraceptive Coverage for Women
January 20, 2012

JWI Condemns Wave of Gender Discriminatory Incidents in Israel
January 3, 2012

2011

JWI Expresses Strong Support for U.S. National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security
December 21, 2011

HHS Decision to Limit Availability of Plan B Will Harm Women’s Health
December 9, 2011

Jewish Women Leaders Receive JWI’s Annual Leadership Award
December 6, 2011

JWI Teaches Mothers and Daughters about Financial Responsibility
October 31, 2011

Interfaith Domestic Violence Coalition Plans Briefing on Capitol Hill to Recognize Domestic Violence Awareness Month
October 17, 2011

JWI and the Rabbinical Assembly Bring Together Jewish Women Leaders for the First in a Series of Conversations About Jewish Life
September 26, 2011

Domestic Violence Misheberach Prayer Released for the Holidays
September 19, 2011

JWI and GirlFuture Partner to Teach Girls About Money
September 12, 2011

Jewish Women International Celebrates 14th Class of Extraordinary Women to Watch
August 15, 2011

Jewish Women International Supports Stop Abuse for Every Teen Act
July 28, 2011

Jewish Women International Board of Trustees Chair Addresses Senate Democratic Steering and Outreach Committee on Critical Issues
July 14, 2011

JWI Dedicates Children’s Library in Columbus, Ohio Battered Women’s Shelter: 37th Library in Pledge of 100
June 28, 2011

JWI Plays Lead Role in Briefing in Honor of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
June 16, 2011

JWI Welcomes Outstanding New Members to Board of Trustees
June 13, 2011

JWI Dedicates Children’s Library in Baltimore, MD’s CHANA: 36th Library in Pledge of 100
May 6, 2011

JWI Condemns the Passage of HR 3
May 5, 2011

Send a Mother’s Day Card to a Loved One and Support Thousands of Women at Risk
April 13, 2011

Domestic Violence Resources Released for Jewish Clergy
April 5, 2011

Senate Renews Commitment to Combat Elder Abuse, Neglect, and Financial Exploitation
March 2, 2011

Media Advisory: Senate Hearing on Elder Abuse, Neglect and Financial Exploitation
February 28, 2011

Experts Discuss Most Effective Ways To Stop Dating Violence Among Middle School Youth At Capitol Hill Event
February 10, 2011

New Curriculum Released for Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
January 18, 2011

2010

Senate Foreign Relations Committee Takes a Crucial Step in Advancing the International Violence Against Women Act
December 15, 2010

JWI Applauds the Passage of the Family Violence and Prevention Services Act (FVPSA)
December 14, 2010

Center for Women and Families Opens Children’s Library for Young Victims of Domestic Abuse
December 14, 2010

Jewish Women Leaders Honored by JWI in Celebration of Success and Core Jewish Values
December 7, 2010

Jewish Woman Magazine Launches New Website: Resource for Jewish Living
December 1, 2010

MEDIA ADVISORY: Jewish Women International Celebrates Extraordinary Women to Watch at Annual Gala Event
November 29, 2010

Mothers and Daughters Learn the Importance of Money Management
October 18, 2010

Interfaith Domestic Violence Coalition Encourages Preparation During Domestic Violence Awareness Month
October 18, 2010

JWI Dedicates Children’s Library in Baltimore, Md. Domestic Violence Center, House of Ruth Maryland: 34rd Library in Pledge of 100
October 13, 2010

Jewish Women International Celebrates 13th Class of Extraordinary Women to Watch
September 20, 2010

PBS Film “Pushing The Elephant” to be Highlighted at Congressional Briefing on Violence Against Women
September 15, 2010

JWI Reelects Outstanding Members to Board of Trustees: Amy Robbins of Northbrook, IL; Deena Silver of Oldsmar, FL; Sandy Unger of Eagan, MN
September 13, 2010

CNBC-TV’s Karen Finerman to Keynote JWI’s Financial Literacy Launch for Teens
August 31, 2010

Interfaith Coalition Advocates for the International Violence against Women Act
May 12, 2010

A Meaningful Mother’s Day Gift for Loved Ones and Women in Need
April 13, 2010

Lead Teen Dating Violence Abuse Experts Unite at Capitol Hill to Urge Increased Prevention Efforts
February 25, 2010

USY Joins JWI to Launch Healthy Relationship Program
February 16, 2010

2009

Jewish Women Leaders Come Together to Celebrate Success and Honor Core Values of Judaism and Family
December 8, 2009

JWI Dedicates Children’s Library in Aurora, Colo. Battered Women’s Shelter: 33rd Library in Pledge of 100
November 9, 2009

Julian Center Children's Library Opens For Youngest Victims of Domestic Abuse
October 20, 2009

Jewish Women International’s Board of Trustees Elects New Chair: Susan W. Turnbull of Bethesda, Md.
August 6, 2009

JWI Elects New Member to Board of Trustees: Amy Nisenson of Richmond, VA

August 6, 2009

JWI Celebrates Newest Class of Extraordinary Women to Watch
July 13, 2009

JWI Dedicates Children's Library in Atlanta Battered Women's Shelter: 30th Library in Pledge of 100

June 29, 2009

JWI Dedicates Children’s Library in Bronx Battered Women’s Shelter: 31st Library in Pledge of 100
June 23, 2009

JWI Leads the Jewish Community into the Next Decade of Domestic Violence Work
May 1, 2009

Conference on Domestic Abuse Unites Community Leaders Dedicated to Ending Violence Against Women
April 20, 2009

Groundbreaking Partnership Between JWI and USY Brings Healthy Relationship Education for Teens

March 31, 2009

Make a Mother’s Day, Support a Woman’s Future: Jewish Women International’s Mother’s Day Flower Project
March 17, 2009

JWI Raises the Volume Calling for Dating Violence Education
March 16, 2009

Make a Mother's Day, Shape a Woman's Future: Jewish Women International's Mother's Day Flower Project Seeks Partners

February 23, 2009

International Conference Unites Hundreds Around Violence Against Women
January 28, 2009

2008

Washington, DC Program Addresses Critical Issues Concerning Girls: JWI’s Brain Power for Girl Power Think Tanks Take on Bullying
November 25, 2008

Jewish Women International Enters Second Decade of Women to Watch

October 16, 2008

Chicago and Detroit Programs Address Critical Issues Concerning Girls: JWI Launches Brain Power for Girl Power Think Tanks
October 15, 2008

JWI Launches "Agents of Change" Campaign for Domestic Violence Awareness Month

September 15, 2008

Jewish Women International Welcomes Outstanding New Members to Board of Trustees: Lifetime Network’s Toby Graff of New York, N.Y. and Writer Meredith Jacobs of Rockville, Md
September 10, 2008

Jewish Women International and the Interfaith Domestic Violence Coalition Call for Strong Leadership During Testimony at 2008 DNC Platform Hearing
August 4, 2008

Sharon Einbinder Friedman, Champion for Mental Health Services in Montgomery County, to Receive JWI's 2008 Community Leadership Award
June 17, 2008

JWI Introduces Good Guys to Help Jewish Boys Build Emotional Strength
June 16, 2008

Ten Years of Mother's Day Mitzvot: Jewish Women International’s Mother's Day Flower Project
March 14, 2008

Mother’s Day Gift That Matters: Jewish Women International’s Mother's Day Flower Project
February 27, 2008

Adding a Unique Voice to the Public Area, the Newly-Formed Interfaith Domestic Violence Coalition Gathers on Capitol Hill

February 14, 2008

 

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