(Jewish Family Services, Ohev Sholom Congregation, Temple Beth Israel, and the JCC)

Chanukah celebration

Educational and entertaining activities are presented in celebration of the holiday of Chanukah. The community is encouraged to attend to learn more about Jewish traditions.

Israel Rally

The Jewish community gathers to show its support of Israel. Speakers with ties to Israel are featured.

LEADERSHIP YORK

Leadership for Diverse Schools

This program enables York County educators to respond more effectively to their diverse student and parent populations and cultivate an acceptance of differences. This leadership development course brings together several educators from each school district to learn more about cultural, racial, economic, rural/urban, and other differences. They gain knowledge and skills through problem-solving activities, critical reflection, peer teaching, and review. Graduates possess the leadership skills and tools needed to transform their classrooms, schools, and districts into a more culturally competent community.

YORK COUNTY COMMUNITY AGAINST RACISM

Diversity Summit

The JCC and YCCAR have been working together for some time to address the issues of prejudice, bias, racism, and discrimination in York County. The organizations have partnered at several “teaching events,” including a workshop at Shippensburg University and a diversity art display initiative to celebrate October as National Diversity Awareness Month. Over this time, the two organizations have come to realize that the work of justice, equality, and civil rights for York Countians is a task much bigger than the JCC and YCCAR alone. The two organizations jointly hosted a community Diversity Summit in October 2006 to have an open and exploratory dialogue on how organizations that value diversity may partner together to continue to build unity in York. Organizations interested in joining the journey forward and taking an active role to “safeguard the welfare of our citizens” are invited to contact the JCC or YCCAR.

Diversity Art Display

In recognition of National Diversity Awareness Month during the month of October, community members of all ages are invited to create a drawing, painting, or other rendering that expresses how our world of caring, sharing, and respect is a better place thanks to the differences we each contribute. The art creations are displayed in the lobbies of the JCC and YCCAR during the month of October.

YORK CITY HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION

Unity March

This one-mile walk through downtown York unites all ages who help to bring awareness of the importance of diversity, equality, and non-violence in our community. During the March, participants are encouraged to interact with each other, bridge the gaps between their differences, and find a common ground for conversation and understanding.

The JCC is proud to collaborate with area businesses to blend the strengths of each organization and present thorough and informative programs to the community.

UNITED WAY OF YORK COUNTY

UNITED JEWISH COMMUNITY OF YORK