A 10 – 16 month program for young Jewish community builders, organizers, artists, hosts, and conveners who are unaffiliated with established Jewish community and interested in bolstering their leadership capacity in bringing together Jews across PDX.
“I joined TischPDX specifically for the training and education around social justice practices and to be exposed to perspectives and experiences different than mine.
I have been doing my best on my own to educate myself on topics related to racial-justice, equity and inclusion, but don’t always know where to turn for information or what my role is as a white, queer Jew in these conversations.
TischPDX is a safe space where I can learn and grow, participate in uncomfortable conversations in a way that feels accessible to me, and expand my perspective so that I show up as a better community leader and organizer.”
– Amanda Davidowitz, Cohort 4
Designed to support members’ projects, our gatherings are opportunities to connect and collaborate. Examples of prior projects include:
In addition to education and leadership training, participants cultivate mentorship with staff, advisors, and each other.
We invite diverse Jews engaging their peers in ‘Jew-ish’ programming, art, and activities to apply. Projects must be based on Portland’s east side to be eligible. TischPDX amitim (group members) receive a stipend for their active participation. If you have questions, please email Derekh (she/him), Co-directrix, [email protected].
