Advocating for women, children, and families for over 100 years in San Antonio.
The National Council of Jewish Women is a volunteer organization that has been at the forefront of social change for over a century— championing the needs of women, children, and families — while courageously taking a progressive stance on such issues as child welfare, women’s rights, and reproductive freedom. The local San Antonio section works throughout the year on programs vital to furthering our political, social, and fundraising requirements. We are always looking for equality-minded women who would like to get involved in these efforts. Please join us.
Our Year in Review
What a year it has been! As we wrap up our fiscal year ending June 2025, here’s a quick look at some of our major programs. For those who did not get to attend some of these events, don’t worry — we have videos. Stay tuned for our 2025-2026 calendar available in August. There is much to be done, but it’s not all work and no play. There’s our Trashy Book Club, Hanukkah and Purim parties, as well as a host of other excuses to get together and learn, laugh, and eat.
If you like what you see, won’t you join us? Our membership drive is underway. To join, go to www.ncjwsa.org/join.
In case you missed it:
Be sure to check out some of the great programming from some of our events.
Our Tribute to the Tenacious Twelve was held on June 8. Check out the video that tells the story of how this cadre of extraordinary women saw NCJW-SA through challenging times.
Click here for additional details.
Impact is on KLRN
Next airing: June 15 at 1:30 PM
or stream at:
https://video.klrn.org/livestream/
The Complexities of Immigration
Presented by Judge Melanie Lira
April 28
Thank you to all who attended our panel discussion. In case you missed it, check out the video.
Restorative Justice Webinar
At its core, restorative justice involves bringing together victims, offenders and sometimes community members to collectively address the harm caused by a crime. The goal is to achieve accountability, forgiveness and healing — thereby allowing all parties to move forward. Restorative justice is finding its footing in university settings, the military, and more.
Presented by Dr. Jennifer Steel
Separation of Church and State: Drawing the Line for Our Public Schools
March 30, 2025 | 2:00-4:00 PM
Thank you to all who attended our panel discussion. In case you missed it, check out the video.
Repro Shabbat, Feb 22, 2025 Screening of Zurawski vs. Texas
A DOCUMENTARY ABOUT THE COURT CASE THAT GARNERED NATIONAL ATTENTION AS WOMEN SUED THE STATE FOR THE RIGHT TO BODILY AUTONOMY.
What can you do? Call to Action — Click here
Keynote: Jackie Nirenberg, ADL Austin
October 9, 2024 | 7:00-8:00 PM
Thank you to all who attended our Opening Meeting. In case you missed it, check out the video.
For more information on CASA’s wonderful work, go to https://www.casa-satx.org.
NCJW-SA proudly presents a city-wide symposium about book banning. San Antonio’s first lady, Erika Prosper, will be the guest speaker, followed by a panel discussion “How does book banning affect our schools and communities?
Check out the last 100+ years of NCJW in San Antonio.
Ongoing Programs
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ADVOCACY
Find out how NCJW San Antonio and NCJW National are engaged in all aspects of advocacy.
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COMMUNITY OUTREACH
Our community outreach programs provide assistance to those organizations that are in need within our community.
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EDUCATION
Our theory of change begins with education to facilitate transformation. Be sure to check our calendar for more info.
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San Antonio Jewish Oral History Project
18 months of interviews have culminated in this film about the Jewish founders and leaders of San Antonio and their impact on our city.
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SOCIAL
It’s not all just about social action — we have fun too! Chanukkah Party, Passover events, and so much more. Check our calendar for more details.
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TRANSITIONS
This vital program helps youth transitioning from foster care to independent living.
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TRASHY BOOK CLUB
The Trashy Book Club meets every other month to discuss all kinds of books – both low and high-brow. Also serves as a General Membership meeting, so join us!
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CAN'T BEAT LOVE FILM CONTEST
Although the contest is retired, the messages from these amazing films created by San Antonio high school students lives on.
Interested in becoming an NCJW-SA sponsor?
Sponsors are vital to allowing NCJW-SA to continue its important, impactful programming. Consider becoming a premier sponsor. Benefits include:
Sponsors will be featured prominently on the events of their choosing (for example in the opening credits of Impact: The San Antonio Jewish oral History Project as it airs on KLRN).
Sponsors will also have a permanent presence on the NCJW-SA landing page for one year
Sponsors will have early access and preferred seating to many events that occur throughout the year
More is more!
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NCJW National
Access our National Resources here.
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NCJW-SA in Action
Hanukkah Party | Trashy Book Club | Food Bank | Advocacy Events | Education | Guest Lectures
IMPACT: THE SAN ANTONIO JEWISH ORAL HISTORY PROJECT
18 months of interviews have culminated in this film about the Jewish founders and leaders of San Antonio and their impact on our city.
“Real change, enduring change, happens one step at a time.”
—Ruth Bader Ginsburg