Leaders from Hadassah, the National Council of Jewish Women, Jewish Women International, and the Network of Jewish Human Services Agencies release a joint statement supporting the Biden Administration’s Executive Order on reproductive health. Emphasizing the threat to reproductive freedom since the Supreme Court’s decision on Roe v. Wade, the statement underscores the Jewish community’s ongoing commitment to advocacy and vows to safeguard women’s autonomy in reproductive health decisions.
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has granted a 1-year extension for about 20,000 Ukrainians, responding to a joint request from The Network of Jewish Human Service Agencies, Jewish Federations of North America, and HIAS. While providing relief for refugees, the DHS announcement did not address additional priorities, which The Network plans to continue advocating for.
The Network of Jewish Human Service Agencies applauds the FY 2022 spending package, approved by Congress and President Biden. It expands mental health services through telehealth without requiring in-person care and extends Medicare telehealth services for 151 days post-Public Health Emergency.
Texas Jewish Family Service, with the Network of Jewish Human Service Agencies, opposes Governor Abbott’s order to investigate “gender-transitioning procedures” as child abuse. They stress potential harm to transgender youth’s mental health, urging Texas leadership to consider professional advice.
The Network of Jewish Human Services Agencies stands in solidarity with Asian American and Pacific Islander women and their communities against hate and violence and expresses deep sorrow for the lives that were senselessly taken in Tuesday’s shootings in the Atlanta area. We are horrified by this violent and senseless tragedy and our thoughts are with the families of the victims.
The Network of Jewish Human Service Agencies (NJHSA) applauds the Biden administration for its decision this week to permanently block the 2019 public charge rule. The Network also thanks the numerous community advocates and litigants who fought against this harmful regulation that threatened the health, nutrition, and housing of millions of families.
The Network of Jewish Human Service Agencies and its member agencies join in horror and shock over the riots and loss of life that took place yesterday at the US Capitol. Despite the efforts of the Capitol Police, the National Guard and the DC police, the demonstrations resulted in bloodshed, loss of life, and horrific violence. The protests challenged the very basic principles of democracy and questioned the process of this nation’s long-standing tradition of ensuring a peaceful transition of elected officials.
The Network of Jewish Human Service Agencies stands united in concern for national pain after the Grand Jury decisions in Louisville on Breonna Taylor’s murder. They support member agency Jewish Family and Career Services of Louisville and call for action against systemic racism, urging Jewish community leaders to embrace anti-racist cultures.
The Network of Jewish Human Service Agencies applauds the Supreme Court’s decision to uphold the DACA program, protecting hundreds of thousands of young immigrants, known as Dreamers, from deportation. This 5-4 ruling recognizes their contributions to US society, where they have received education, launched careers, and become integral members.
The Network of Jewish Human Service Agencies strongly opposes the recent decision by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to eliminate crucial anti-discrimination protections in the Affordable Care Act. The Network expresses concern that repealing these protections under the Health Care Rights Law could encourage discrimination against LGBTQ+ patients and persons of color, exacerbating existing healthcare disparities.
