AFFLUENCE AND POVERTY: A TALE OF TWO BERGEN COUNTIESAFFLUENCE AND POVERTY: A TALE OF TWO BERGEN COUNTIES was presented recently as a community forum. Attending were over 250 interested and involved NCJW members, social service personnel and others from the Bergen County community. We have received rave reviews on the content and delivery of our panel of experts on the issues of homelessness, hunger and lack of affordable housing. Plans are in the works for follow up to our program. In true NCJW tradition, we will continue to advocate for positive change for individuals and families in need. Ina Miller Silverstein and Joan Snider, Co-Chairs Click here to read article in Bergen Record Forum in Teaneck examines poverty amid Bergen affluence  Top row L-R: Ina Miller Silverstein, Co-Chair, Lynn Bartlett, Julia Orlando, Adele LaTourette, Joan Snider, Co-Chair Front row L-R: Kate Duggan, Senator Loretta Weinberg, Adina Yacoub  Senator Loretta Weinberg (Senate Majority Leader)  Our esteemed panelists |
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The National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) is a grassroots organization of volunteers and advocates who turn progressive ideals into action. Inspired by Jewish values, NCJW strives for social justice by improving the quality of life for women, children, and families and by safeguarding individual rights and freedoms.
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