Monday, January 27, is Holocaust Remembrance Day, marking the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau. As we reflect on the importance of standing together against tyranny and oppression, we reaffirm our commitment to justice, compassion, and human dignity. We also recognize that our history is deeply tied to the fight for the rights of refugees, immigrants, and all marginalized communities.

For 112 years, NCJW Dallas has worked to improve the lives of women, children, and families. However, recent executive orders are already making it harder to fulfill our mission, pushing policies that contradict the values of democracy and our responsibility to protect the most vulnerable—many of whom are our neighbors and community members.

The impact is already being felt. Just this Tuesday, the West Dallas Baby Shower event, organized with the City of Dallas’ West Dallas Multipurpose Center, had to be canceled because many families feared being apprehended. This isn’t just a logistical issue—it’s a human one. We can’t stand by while the most vulnerable are harmed and excluded.

We remain determined to:

• Protect the vulnerable and fight for those without a voice.
• Ensure that every woman has access to healthcare, free from discrimination.
• Ensure every child, no matter their background, has access to quality care and education.
• Uphold a democracy where every voice is heard, and inclusion thrives.

We also stand united in the fight against rising antisemitism. We are committed to confronting hate in all its forms, ensuring that our Jewish community—and ALL communities—can live free from fear.

As the Holocaust reminds us, we are our brothers’ and sisters’ keepers. Together, we will continue this fight, knowing that justice for one is justice for all.

In solidarity,

Elaine Stillman, President

Shannon Morse, Executive Director