Events
January 2019
Conversation with Maryland District 14 Legislators (Olney)
Join JUFJ and District 14 residents as we meet with our state representatives to discuss our agenda for the 2019 session of the Maryland General Assembly. We will spend the first hour getting to know each other and the issues, 90 minutes with the legislators, and then close with a short evaluation. This event is being held at the home of a District 14 JUFJer and you will receive the address upon sign up.
Find out more »Economic Justice for Working Marylanders Platform Team Meeting
JUFJ's Economic Justice for Working Marylanders Platform Team is committed to ending our state’s mistreatment of poor and working people and eliminating decades of structurally reproduced poverty. This state session we are advocating for legislation raising the minimum wage to $15/hour and guaranteeing housing and fair treatment for all renters. Join JUFJ for a recap of our MD economic justice work so far, and to discuss next steps.
Find out more »Equal Justice Under the Law Platform Team Meeting
JUFJ's Equal Justice Under the Law Platform Team is committed to dismantling systems that reinforce discrimination by demanding equitable treatment for marginalized and working-class communities. This state session we are advocating for legislation increasing trust and safety for our immigrant neighbors, limiting the use of solitary confinement, and defending and expanding bail reform. Join JUFJ for a recap of our MD equal justice work so far, and to discuss next steps.
Find out more »RESCHEDULED Conversation with Maryland District 11 Legislators (Pikesville)
Join JUFJ, District 11 residents, Chizuk Amuno, Baltimore Hebrew Congregation, Kol Halev, Beth Am, and Har Sinai as we meet with our state representatives to discuss our agenda for the 2019 session of the Maryland General Assembly. We will spend one hour with the legislators, and then close with a short evaluation.
Find out more »Rescheduled: Maryland Statewide Kickoff
Rescheduled from 1/13: JUFJ's 2019 Maryland legislative kickoff is the most important chance of the year to learn the ins-and-outs of the campaigns we will be taking on this legislative session. You'll get educated on our 2019 issues and have the opportunity to receive training in how to be an effective advocate. Whether you are a seasoned activist, coming back for another year of making change in Annapolis, or you are brand new to advocacy at the state level, this is where we all learn the intricacies of JUFJ’s issues and strategize together toward a more just Maryland.
Find out more »Senate Hearing: Baltimore Water Bill
SB96 would prevent Baltimoreans from losing their homes because of unaffordable water bills. JUFJ supports this bill as a commonsense protection for the human rights of everyone in Baltimore. Sign up to attend the hearing and let us know if you want to testify.
Find out more »February 2019
Economic Justice for Working Marylanders Platform Team Meeting
JUFJ's Economic Justice for Working Marylanders Platform Team is committed to ending our state’s mistreatment of poor and working people and eliminating decades of structurally reproduced poverty. This state session we are advocating for legislation raising the minimum wage to $15/hour and guaranteeing housing and fair treatment for all renters. Join JUFJ for a recap of our MD economic justice work so far, and to discuss next steps.
Find out more »Equal Justice Under the Law Platform Team Meeting
JUFJ's Equal Justice Under the Law Platform Team is committed to dismantling systems that reinforce discrimination by demanding equitable treatment for marginalized and working-class communities. This state session we are advocating for legislation increasing trust and safety for our immigrant neighbors, limiting the use of solitary confinement, and defending and expanding bail reform. Join JUFJ for a recap of our MD equal justice work so far, and to discuss next steps.
Find out more »Rescheduled: Racial Justice Film Series and Discussion: “Vice: Raised in the System”
Rescheduled from January 13 due to snow: Come join Adat Shalom, JUFJ, and leaders in the fight for real criminal justice to learn about mass incarceration. After the documentary, a panel discussion with Maryland State Senator Will Smith; Maryland Delegate David Moon; Toni Holness, Public Policy Director of the ACLU MD; Stephanie Joseph, Assistant Public Defender, Montgomery County. Dessert will follow.
Find out more »Baltimore Monthly Community Convening: Lobby Night Training
Join JUFJ Baltimore at our monthly community convening! Each convening is a space for you to connect with other JUFJ leaders and supporters, stay updated on our ongoing projects, and take action with us on one of our campaigns. All are welcome.
This month we will get ready for our annual lobby night! Join us to get up to speed on the latest issues and talking points, and what to expect when you meet your legislators. This will also be a great opportunity to ask questions so we can make our lobby visit as effective as possible.
We will have light refreshments!
Find out more »Montgomery County Community Convening: Lobby Night Training
Join JUFJ Montgomery County at our monthly community convening! Each convening is a space for you to connect with other JUFJ leaders and supporters, stay updated on our ongoing projects, and take action with us on one of our campaigns. All are welcome.
This month we will get ready for our annual lobby night! Join us to get up to speed on the latest issues and talking points, and what to expect when you meet your legislators. This will also be a great opportunity to ask questions so we can make our lobby visit as effective as possible.
We will have light refreshments!
Find out more »Economic Justice for Working Marylanders Platform Team Meeting
JUFJ's Economic Justice for Working Marylanders Platform Team is committed to ending our state’s mistreatment of poor and working people and eliminating decades of structurally reproduced poverty. This state session we are advocating for legislation raising the minimum wage to $15/hour and guaranteeing housing and fair treatment for all renters. Join JUFJ for a recap of our MD economic justice work so far, and to discuss next steps.
Find out more »Equal Justice Under the Law Platform Team Meeting
JUFJ's Equal Justice Under the Law Platform Team is committed to dismantling systems that reinforce discrimination by demanding equitable treatment for marginalized and working-class communities. This state session we are advocating for legislation increasing trust and safety for our immigrant neighbors, limiting the use of solitary confinement, and defending and expanding bail reform. Join JUFJ for a recap of our MD equal justice work so far, and to discuss next steps.
Find out more »Annapolis Lobby Night
Each year* we go to Annapolis to meet with our state legislators and let them know about the issues we care about: cash bail reform, rent court reform, strengthening the Maryland Dream Act, and raising the minimum wage. Join us for the most powerful night of the year for our Maryland advocacy!
Buses will leave Rockville, Silver Spring and Baltimore City at 5pm.
Children and teens are encouraged to attend.
*Usually we lobby right around Purim, but this year is a Jewish leap year and Purim isn’t until March. We will have another event in March to deliver gift baskets and check back in with our legislators!
Find out more »March 2019
Economic Justice for Working Marylanders Platform Team Meeting
JUFJ's Economic Justice for Working Marylanders Platform Team is committed to ending our state’s mistreatment of poor and working people and eliminating decades of structurally reproduced poverty. This state session we are advocating for legislation raising the minimum wage to $15/hour and guaranteeing housing and fair treatment for all renters. Join JUFJ for a recap of our MD economic justice work so far, and to discuss next steps.
Find out more »Equal Justice Under the Law Platform Team Meeting
JUFJ's Equal Justice Under the Law Platform Team is committed to dismantling systems that reinforce discrimination by demanding equitable treatment for marginalized and working-class communities. This state session we are advocating for legislation increasing trust and safety for our immigrant neighbors, limiting the use of solitary confinement, and defending and expanding bail reform. Join JUFJ for a recap of our MD equal justice work so far, and to discuss next steps.
Find out more »Maryland Statewide Legislative Update (plus Purim fun!)
Join us JUFJers from across Maryland to check in on how our issues are progressing in the Maryland General Assembly and learn what’s needed to keep them moving forward.
We will also assemble Purim gift baskets to deliver to our state legislators, along with messages about the issues we care about. Please sign up below if you can make hamantaschen (Purim triangle cookies) or donate treats and materials for the gift bags.
Find out more »Annapolis Legislator Visits and Purim Gift Bag Deliveries
Join us to deliver Purim gift baskets to our state legislators, along with messages about the issues we care about. Come in costume - kids are welcome!
Find out more »April 2019
Economic Justice for Working Marylanders Platform Team Meeting
JUFJ's Economic Justice for Working Marylanders Platform Team is committed to ending our state’s mistreatment of poor and working people and eliminating decades of structurally reproduced poverty. This state session we are advocating for legislation raising the minimum wage to $15/hour and guaranteeing housing and fair treatment for all renters. Join JUFJ for a recap of our MD economic justice work so far, and to discuss next steps.
Find out more »Equal Justice Under the Law Platform Team Meeting
JUFJ's Equal Justice Under the Law Platform Team is committed to dismantling systems that reinforce discrimination by demanding equitable treatment for marginalized and working-class communities. This state session we are advocating for legislation increasing trust and safety for our immigrant neighbors, limiting the use of solitary confinement, and defending and expanding bail reform. Join JUFJ for a recap of our MD equal justice work so far, and to discuss next steps.
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Washington, DC 20005
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1100 H St NW, Suite 630
(Entrance on 11th Street)
Washington, DC 20005
Office phone:
202-408-1423
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Baltimore, MD 21218
2221 Maryland Ave., 2nd Flr
Baltimore, MD 21218