LUNCH AND LEARN: NOURISHING HEARTS AND MINDS
Topic: Immigration Detention: Unjust and Immoral Sally Pillay, a native of South Africa, is an activist for immigration rights. Sally serves as the Director of First Friends of NJ & NY, an organization that upholds the inherent dignity and humanity of detained immigrants and asylum seekers, through volunteer visitation, resettlement assistance and advocacy. She obtained her MSW in International Community Development, with a focus in Human Rights and Social Justice. She also serves on the board of the Bergen County Sanctuary Committee, a coalition of religious and humanist communities, human rights organizations, and other groups and individuals in the Greater New York City and New Jersey area, serving as a sponsor organization for asylum seekers released from detention and provides humanitarian support and advocacy services to them. Participants will gain an understanding about immigration detention in New Jersey and nationally. They will also learn ways to get involved. Please mail checks made out to NCJW BCS to Barbara Brill, Deadline: December 9, 2015 |
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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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When: December 15, 2015