The American Jewish Congress is a membership association, organized to defend Jewish and American interests at home and abroad, through public policy advocacy in the courts, Congress, the executive branch, and state and local governments. We have always recognized the importance of preserving the human and civil rights of all Americans as defined by the Constitution, including the free exercise of all religions and the separation of religion and state.

Another key component of the American Jewish Congress agenda is strengthening the unique, historic and mutually beneficial relationship between the USA and our ally Israel, the only true democracy in the Middle East.

The Southwest Region Activities Include

·   The annual Torch of Conscience Dinner, honoring local community leaders who share our commitment to civil rights, social justice and women’s equality.

·   The annual Women of Spirit Award event, honoring women whose diligent and spirited pursuit of social justice has improved the quality of life for all of us.

·   Hosting a website and sponsoring events that promote prejudice reduction and tolerance.

·   Fortnightly community briefings on current events in the Middle East.

·   Initiating and co-hosting events that address current legal, social and economical issues of concern to the community.

·   Monitoring and lobbying the Texas legislature on issues of civil rights, equality and separation of religion and state.

·   Monitoring use of federal Title VI funds at local universities, to prevent misuse by educators who promote anti-American and anti-Israeli agendas in the classroom.

·   Facilitating our national office in programs that help resolve the conflicts in the Middle East through direct and indirect contact with world leaders.

·   Cooperating with other local organizations, of all ethnic, religious and political backgrounds, to promote and advance issues of mutual interest. 

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