Advocacy on Behalf of the Jewish Community
The Community Relations Committee (CRC) is the public affairs and public policy arm of United Jewish Communities of MetroWest NJ. The CRC spearheads the development of the public policy agenda for the Jewish community focusing on local, state and national issues. CRC advocates these views with legislators, and engages with other constituencies such as civic and interfaith leaders and the media on these matters. The CRC is also actively involved in Israel advocacy and education, social action, relations with other ethnic and cultural communities, and issues affecting the quality of life in the community and around the world.

Vision and Goals

• Works in the areas of Israel Affairs and World Affairs, Government Relations including the upcoming 2008 Elections, and Community-Based Initiatives.
  
  
• Informs and educates the MetroWest community on current events and public policy matters of interest to the community, and networks and builds various coalitions to further such interests.
• Serves as clearing house for new issues, has a rapid response capability, and takes immediate action in support of the Jewish community and Israel.
• Provides multiple opportunities and mechanisms for Jewish leaders, activists, and business men and women to be engaged with regard to their personal interests in the Jewish community.

Keep Educated & Informed on Policy Issues Affecting You
To keep informed on priority issues affecting the Jewish Community and how to get involved and advocate for issues, visit the CRC advocacy center at www.ujcnj.org. The CRC provides a one-stop advocacy center that keeps you updated and active on issues such as ending genocide in Darfur, demanding the release of the Israeli Soldiers, learning about Jewish women’s involvement in the political process, and much more. You will also be receiving the CRC’s electronic newsletter which will be produced regularly with action steps and information on community involvement and urgent legislative matters that are of concern to you.

Stay Tuned for CRC Community Forums and Program on the upcoming Elections 2008.

We welcome you to become a CRC advocate. To get more information about CRC projects or to volunteer, contact the CRC at (973) 929-3064 or .

The Community Relations Committee is funded by the United Jewish Appeal of MetroWest NJ annual campaign. The Community Relations Committee is a member of the Jewish Council for Public Affairs and a constituent of United Jewish Communities and its Washington Action Office.