Discrimination & Diversity
Source Sheet
Towards whom does Judaism suggest that we have reponsibilities? In what areas do these apply?
To whom does Judasm obligate us? How far out of our immediate circle does this take us?
How does Jewish history impact how we relate to those outside our community? What is our repsonisiblities to those not like us?
This sheet is appropriate for high school students.
Texts for a Rabbinic Literature class exploring racism
A conversation about commandedness. What reasons can we have for following the mitzvot besides the force of Divine judgment?
A look at key principles that motivate Jewish activism on human rights
How do Jewish texts instruct us to treat those with disabilities?
This source sheet places the obligation to address HIV/AIDS pandemic in the larger context of the imperative to save lives.
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