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Join us for this critically acclaimed screening of the award winning documentary “THE REVISIONARIES” that follows the rise and fall of some of the most controversial figures in American education through some of their most tumultuous intellectual battles. The film won Best Documentary Feature - Special Jury Mention, at the 2012 Tribeca Film Festival and was a New York Times' Critics' Pick.   "An alarming, hilarious documentary ..." - Andrew O'Hehir, Salon.com.   “The performance is A MUST-SEE…See More

Congressman Adam Schiff will be addressing the community on “What’s happening in Congress” to take place Thursday, May 30, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. at National Council of Jewish Women/Los Angeles, 543 N. Fairfax Ave, Los Angeles, CA  90036Join Congressman Schiff as he addresses the issues taking place in Washington that affect everyone from education, healthcare and the proposed budget cuts that can affect  Social Security and Medicare.See More

 Los Angeles 2013: A Mayoral Candidates Forum Progressive Jewish Community hosts Eric Garcetti and Wendy Greuel  with Dave Bryan of CBS2/KCAL9-TV as moderator    National Council of Jewish Women/Los Angeles (NCJW/LA) and Bend the Arc: A Jewish Partnership for Justice, are hosting "Los Angeles 2013: A Mayoral Candidates Forum" on Wednesday, April 24, 2013 from 7:30pm to 9:00pm at NCJW/LA (543 N. Fairfax Ave. 90036).   Doors open at 7:30 pm. Program begins promptly at 7:45 pm. This mayoral forum…See More

National Council of Jewish Women/Los Angeles presents a free community program on the anniversary of Roe v. Wade entitled “Abortion Under Siege”  to discuss the challenges women face women today.    A panel discussion will be moderated by Michele Kort, Senior Editor Ms Magazine.   Guest speakers include Sharon Fluke, Serena Josel, Public Affairs Director, Planned Parenthood Los Angeles, Arthur A. Fleisher II, M.D. F.A.C.O.G., and Reina G. Martinez, Women’s Advisory Board Member, City of West…See More

With world-renowned speaker and author, Dr. Gary Small Wednesday, January 30, 2013Light Supper Reception 6:00 p.m. — Program begins promptly at 6:45 p.m.NCJW/LA Council House  543 N. Fairfax Ave  Los Angeles, CA 90036$50 minimum donation per personincludes a copy of Dr. Small’s book, The Alzheimer’s Prevention ProgramDr. Gary Small is a professor of psychiatry and Director of the UCLA Longevity Center at the Semel Institute for Neuroscience & Human Behavior. A best-selling author and…See More

National Council of Jewish Women/Los Angeles presents a free community program on the anniversary of Roe v. Wade entitled “Abortion Under Siege”  to discuss the challenges women face women today.    A panel discussion will be moderated by Michele Kort, Senior Editor Ms Magazine.   Guest speakers include Sharon Fluke, Serena Josel, Public Affairs Director, Planned Parenthood Los Angeles, Arthur A. Fleisher II, M.D. F.A.C.O.G., and Reina G. Martinez, Women’s Advisory Board Member, City of West…See More

A free screening of the documentary "The Invisible War" will be held on Monday, January 14, at 10:30 a.m. at Temple Judea, 5429 Lindley Ave., Tarzana. The event is co-sponsored by the National Council of Jewish Women/Los Angeles (NCJW/LA) and its Vista Val Division in the San Fernando Valley. From Oscar®- and Emmy®-nominated filmmaker Kirby Dick ("This Film Is Not Yet Rated" and "Twist of Faith"), "The Invisible War" won the Audience Award at the 2012 Sundance Film Festival. The film exposes…See More

At this free educational program presented by the National Council of Jewish Women/Los Angeles (NCJW/LA) Advocacy Committee, analysts will discuss the implications of the November 6 election results in the foreign, national, state, and local arenas and how those results will affect our daily lives.A panel discussion will be moderated by Dave Bryan, political reporter for CBS2/KCAL9-TV. Scheduled speakers include:• Sheila Kuehl, former State Senator• Bill Boyarsky, Columnist for Truthdig, LA…See More

Hundreds of volunteers needed on Sunday, December 2! Join National Council of Jewish Women/Los Angeles (NCJW/LA) to give away 85,000 clothing items and children’s books to more than 5,000 in-need and at-risk individuals in our community–many of them from shelters. This annual event will be held in the parking lot of NCJW/LA Council House, 543 N. Fairfax Ave., Los Angeles, 90036.Shifts are three to four hours, and a light breakfast and volunteer T-shirt will be provided. Volunteers must be at…See More

Join the National Council of Jewish Women/Los Angeles (NCJW/LA) Women Helping Women and Advocacy Departments for “Unveiling the Taboo: Days of Dialogue to Prevent Child Sexual Abuse” on November 14 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. This free community event about the critical topic of child sexual abuse and how we as a community can prevent it will be held at NCJW/LA Council House, 543 N. Fairfax Ave., Los Angeles.This is one of four Days of Dialogue events being held November 13 through 16 in Southern…See More

National Council of Jewish Women/Los Angeles (NCJW/LA) announces the grand opening of its newest Council Thrift Shop. The opening weekend will kick off with a "Best of the Best" event featuring a selection of premium merchandise including collectibles, furniture, accessories, designer clothing, antiques, and jewelry.Special hours for the event are Saturday, November 3, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, November 4, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.The store's regular hours are Monday through Sunday from 10…See More

Our first screening of this groundbreaking investigative documentary was so popular that we are doing it again! From Oscar®- and Emmy®-nominated filmmaker Kirby Dick ("This Film Is Not Yet Rated" and "Twist of Faith"), "The Invisible War" won the Audience Award at the 2012 Sundance Film Festival. The film exposes one of America's most shameful and best-kept secrets: the epidemic of rape within the U.S. military. It paints a startling picture of the extent of the problem. For example, today a…See More

During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, National Council of Jewish Women/Los Angeles (NCJW/LA), Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, and the City of West Hollywood present a free community program. A panel of experts will provide breast cancer awareness information and inspiration for both women and men.The discussion will be moderated by Heidi Shink, author and Human Services Commissioner for the City of West Hollywood. Scheduled speakers include: •  Dr. Alice Chung, Breast Surgeon, Saul and Joyce…See More

NCJW/LA’s Jewish Women's Conference, in collaboration with the Israeli Leadership Council, is presenting an empowerment workshop titled "Empowering Ourselves: Building Bridges between American and Israeli Jewish Women in our Community" on October 15 at 7 p.m. at NCJW/LA Council House, 543 N. Fairfax Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90036.Three speakers will talk about achieving personal and professional goals. Topics will include overcoming obstacles to success and the keys to work-life balanceThe…See More

Nosh, schmooze, and make business connections at teh only Westside chapter of JNET, the Jewish Business Networking Organization. Santa Monica chapter meetings are hosted by the Sisterhood of Congregation Kehillat Ma’arav. All Jewish professionals are invited to attend. There is no cost for first-time guests and no reservation is required. Members include a diverse cross-section of professionals, entrepreneurs, business owners, executives, and tradespeople from the private and public sectors.The…See More