The Nora Project: Impacting the Next Generation of Apachi Campers
Promoting chesed, or kindness, is one of our core values at Apachi Day Camp. We’re seeing it first-hand through our new partnership with The Nora Project, a non-for-profit dedicated to promoting disability inclusion and empowering educators, students, and communities in concepts of empathy and inclusion. After a successful year in our Early Childhood centers, JCC […] Learn More ›
A Safe Place for All
“Inclusion is in our DNA.” That’s what our banner at the Buffalo Grove Pinta Pride Parade last weekend read. Staff from across the agency walked alongside the Apachi Day Camp and Camp Chi bus proudly wearing this year’s Pride t-shirts and waving to a crowd that was thrilled to see the J en route. At […] Learn More ›
We Are All Changemakers
JCC Chicago is focused on creating a community where everyone feels they belong. To foster this inclusive environment, we need to recognize our differences and similarities, which help us gain a deeper understanding of one another. April marks Celebrate Diversity Month and we wanted to share how the J is focusing on being a “changemaker” […] Learn More ›
Empowering Future Jewish, Female Leaders
This March, we recognize Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day by celebrating the amazing and inspiring women who have forged a path in our history. JCC Chicago prides itself in providing women and girls opportunities to find leadership roles and gain valuable skills to help make an impact in the community. Sophia Libman and […] Learn More ›
Spotlight On Inclusion: Michelle Friedman
We’re closing Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance, and Inclusion Month with Michelle Friedman, a member of our Jewish community who is sharing her experience of being a parent with a disability and discusses how the community can continue to grow its inclusive mindset. What has your experience been like in the Jewish community? How have […] Learn More ›
Spotlight on Inclusion: The Axelrod Family
Throughout the month of February, we will be sharing blogs from members of our community about their experiences being touched by the J’s inclusive programming. Our first family, Corey and Jennifer Axelrod are parents of two twin boys, Ryder and Jordan, who attend our Early Childhood program at Lake County JCC. Both Corey and Jennifer […] Learn More ›