Advocacy
For more than 100 years the women of NCJW/Essex have worked tirelessly in the pursuit of social justice for our community. We strive to influence public policy and improve social conditions for women, children and families through lobbying, grassroots activism, coalition-building, and educational training.
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Our Issues
Reproductive Rights
We are passionate about advancing the goals of reproductive rights so every woman can make her own decisions about her body, health and family.
Menstrual Equity
We are focused on alleviating period poverty by raising awareness, educating the community, and providing access to menstrual products.
Voting Rights
We work to increase civic engagement in the United States, countering efforts to exclude individuals from the electoral process.
Gun Violence Prevention
We grieve with the families of those who have been murdered by guns, and work everyday in support of stronger gun violence prevention legislation.
Human Trafficking
We are committed to exposing and addressing the multiple aspects of human trafficking through public awareness, education and advocacy.
Anti-Hate
We speak out against antisemitism and all forms of hate as we know that fighting one form of hate is linked to fighting all forms of hate.
How You Can Help our Advocacy Efforts
NCJW/Essex is often asked to participate in the legislative process and add our perspective to discussions in Trenton and throughout the state. Join us in advocating for systemic change as we meet with legislators and give testimony in support of various bills and policies. Interested? Contact us at 973-740-0588 to get involved!

Period.Project
Menstruation is a normal and healthy bodily function for half the global population of a certain age, and yet menstruating individuals suffer from burden, stigma and hardship — even right here in New Jersey. NCJW/Essex’s Period.Project is here to help. Learn more about how you can participate.

After Abortion Care Kits
After Abortion Care Kits show people seeking abortions in New Jersey that there are people who are thinking of them and who care. The kits, filled with necessary and comfort items, are distributed by our partners. After Abortion Care Kits are now being assembled by other community organizations.

#StandUpToJewishHate
Join the national effort to educate all Americans about the rise of antisemitism and mobilize people outside the Jewish community to help us address growing hate and intolerance. Encourage all people to post and share the Blue Square to stand up against intolerance.