By Sheila Katz “Hmmm. Okay, there are steps here” our tour guide murmured. “Let’s try going this way instead.” I was a prospective student visiting the campus I hoped to attend alongside my parents and sisters when we got stuck along the tour route. Our tour guide didn’t know how to get to the next part of the tour without going up a large set of steps my mother was unable to climb. So, we went through the mail room, through the trash room, … [Read more...] about The Unfinished Work of Inclusion
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Michael Phelps is Recipient of Morton E. Ruderman Award in Inclusion
In recognition of his advocacy for people with disabilities and the sharing of his own journey with mental health, Michael Phelps, the most decorated swimmer of all time, is the recipient of The Ruderman Family Foundation's Morton E. Ruderman Award in Inclusion. In sharing his personal story with the world, Phelps has demonstrated the importance of taking care of oneself and accessing help when needed. In a world in which shame and stigma are … [Read more...] about Michael Phelps is Recipient of Morton E. Ruderman Award in Inclusion
Ruderman Family Foundation Launches Campaign to Unite Israel and US Jewry
The Ruderman Family Foundation has launched a campaign in Israel to strengthen the relationship between the two sides. Targeted to Israelis, a video was released as part of the campaign in which children speak to the people of Israel, saying that "American Jews have always used their influence in order to support Israel," and also added: "American Jews have donated hundreds of billions of dollars to Israel,” "American Jews fight for Israel … [Read more...] about Ruderman Family Foundation Launches Campaign to Unite Israel and US Jewry
JDC Global Activities Promote International Day of Persons with Disabilities
The American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC) will celebrate International Day of Persons with Disabilities (December 3) with a week of educational, training, and volunteer activities in eight countries worldwide. Leveraging the expertise of Israel Unlimited - JDC’s partnership with the Ruderman Family Foundation and Israeli Government to advance inclusivity and independent living for Israelis with disabilities - Jewish community leaders … [Read more...] about JDC Global Activities Promote International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Ruderman Inclusion Summit Hopes to Advance the Rights of People with Disabilities
By Maayan Hoffman Up to 1,000 individuals from a variety of sectors, including tech, policy, human services, fashion, education, social justice, business, housing, advocacy and more will come together this November at the Ruderman Inclusion Summit to build a social movement. “Our task ahead is to build a social movement for the next 25 years - one that will advance the rights of people with disabilities and usher in a fully inclusive … [Read more...] about Ruderman Inclusion Summit Hopes to Advance the Rights of People with Disabilities
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