The World Union for Progressive Judaism (WUPJ) continues its commitment to advocating for peace and condemning terrorism. The organization remains dedicated to supporting Progressive Jewish communities globally, emphasizing leadership development, education, and social action.
Key highlights from 2025:
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Strengthened global Progressive Jewish life amid war and rising antisemitism.
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Expanded the Torah Exchange Program, including Holocaust-era scrolls.
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Empowered youth through NeTzeR and TaMaR in 20+ countries.
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Youth leaders formed two-thirds of the WUPJ delegation at the World Zionist Congress.
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Funded 25+ grassroots educational and leadership initiatives.
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Awarded 10 international leadership development grants.
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Expanded Shlichei Tzibor training in Europe, Asia, and Eastern Europe.
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Grew the Global Leadership Fellowship with a successful mentoring model.
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Hosted Connections 2025 with 170 leaders from 28 countries.
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Used an unconference model focused on Tikkun and collaboration.
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Raised over $6 million through the Centennial Capital Campaign.
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Rededicated Beit Shmuel as WUPJ’s global headquarters in Jerusalem.
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Supported 1,500+ participants across Progressive communities in Russia.
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Delivered humanitarian, spiritual, and emotional support in Ukraine.
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Advanced a youth-led, values-driven model of global Jewish leadership.