There is a point of tension for me in both being valued in the Jewish community and being devalued by the Torah’s discussion and treatment of women. Owning my own tallit reminded me that I am valued twice.

The chance to have power over my own choices is an incredible opportunity that many people don't have, now more than ever.

The woman who helped me onto the benches that day at the Western Wall helped me to begin to find my voice.

As a mixed-race Jewish woman, I’m no stranger to discussions about privilege.

My Magen David necklace has transformed from a simple silver chain into an extension of my identity.

Judith Plaskow said, “I am not a Jew in the synagogue and a feminist in the world."

Rabbinic ordination was not one of Ray Frank’s goals; yet, she paved the way for other women to become rabbis.

The second pin on this road map is moving beyond research to action. I should use my voice to speak up; but I cannot speak for everyone. 

I was visiting Brooklyn, New York with a group of students in my Reform synagogue’s confirmation class. 

Existing at the border between modern and traditional values often feels like teetering across a balance beam.