SCOTUS, DVAM & COVID relief : Your civic action to-do list for 9-29-20

Here's what JWI is doing:

  • Register for JWI’s live weekly news roundup, Women on the Week, where Meredith Jacobs will be joined with editors from the Forward and JTA along with a special guest to discuss what is happening in the world.

  • JWI’s Interfaith Coalition is hosting a 4-part series on racism, misogyny, domestic violence, and safety for Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Register here.

  • JWI launched our Women’s Impact Network, a community of women over 40 looking to connect with and learn from each other. Become a member today!

  • Join our Virtual Advocacy Action next Tuesday at 1pm ET for updates on SCOTUS and voting and how you can take action!

  • Show the world you are going to vote by carrying out your civic duty in style – proceeds will support our work.

...and here's what you can do this week to keep the momentum going:


3. Jewish Women International firmly opposes the nomination of Judge Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court.

In a nutshell: Barrett’s appointment to our nation’s highest court is a direct threat to reproductive freedom, survivors of sexual assault, civil rights, health care access, racial justice, voting rights, gun safety, and legal protections for marginalized groups.

Take action: Urge your senators to hold their consideration of any nominee to fill Justice Ginsburg's seat until after Inauguration Day — our system of justice and our rights depend on it.


2. Systemic racism threatens Black and brown women’s lives.

In a nutshell: For Domestic Violence Awareness Month, JWI’s Interfaith Coalition Against Domestic & Sexual Violence is hosting a four-part series to discuss how racism and misogyny impacts survivors’ ability to seek safety and justice.

Take action: Register for the DVAM series - every Wednesday in October at 1pm ET!


1. It’s long past time for Congress and the administration to come together and pass a coronavirus relief bill that includes funding for sexual assault and culturally specific programs to meet the needs of survivors.

In a nutshell: Yesterday, the House introduced an updated version of The Heroes Act that reflects negotiations between Democrats and Republicans. This new bill includes important funding to domestic violence and sexual assault programs, money for education and child care services, and restores unemployment benefits

Take action: Call your senators and representative and tell them to support this compromise!


Action AlertDanielle Cantor