The Jewish Coalition for Religious Liberty
is a non-denominational organization of Jewish communal and lay leaders, seeking to protect the ability of Americans to freely practice their faith.
Since its founding in 2016, the JCRL has submitted 33 legal briefs, recruited a volunteer network of accomplished attorneys, and written many op-eds in Jewish and general media outlets in defense of religious liberty. We have also worked to spur public statements and action on religious liberty affairs by Jewish communal leadership.
Litigation
Advancing a strong Jewish legal defense of religious liberty through the submission of amicus briefs in key legal cases, eventually building a full litigation practice representing clients as counsel of record;
Communications
Engaging in public educational work including regularly publishing articles and op-eds in Jewish and general media, delivering religious liberty workshops to Jewish religious institutions and communal organizations, and providing public testimony at government hearings.
Coordination
Creating networks of Jewish volunteer attorneys as well as clerics and communal professionals interested in assisting legal or public educational efforts.
Education
Educating Jewish law students about religious liberty concerns in the Jewish community, training them to assist in this effort, and providing select students with the opportunity to grow professionally in this field.
Collaboration
Collaborating with allied organizations who are aligned with our mission.
Our Team
Meet our small but growing team.
Our Vision
Plaintiffs in religious liberty cases have included Christians, Jews, Sikhs, Muslims, Native Americans and others. To date, however, the most vocal defenders of religious liberty have been Christians, and this fact has contributed to the common and unfortunate misperception that religious liberty is solely a Christian issue. In fact, all Americans of goodwill are affected – and we all should be equally concerned and engaged. As a matter of justice and fairness, Christians need not – and should not – feel alone in a battle that involves the rights of so many others. Just as importantly, there are cultural, political, and legal reasons why religious minority voices can significantly contribute to the promotion of religious liberty, advocating for their own unique interests as well as those of their fellow Americans.
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