Advocating for women, children, and families for over 100 years in San Antonio.
The National Council of Jewish Women is a volunteer organization that has been at the forefront of social change for over a century— championing the needs of women, children, and families — while courageously taking a progressive stance on such issues as child welfare, women’s rights, and reproductive freedom. The local San Antonio section works throughout the year on programs vital to furthering our political, social, and fundraising requirements. We are always looking for equality-minded women who would like to get involved in these efforts. Please join us.
Don’t Miss our Special Events in May and June
May 8 at 7:00 PM
Watch Party for Impact: The San Antonio Jewish Oral History Project
June 8, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Our Tribute to the Tenacious Twelve
Upcoming Happenings
April 28, 2025 at noon
The Complexities of Immigration (Webinar)
Join us for a look at the state of immigration, who is coming, why, how many over the past 10 years, what are the implications/consequences, how has immigration been weaponized? Presented by Judge Melanie Lira, County Court 7.
Mar 7
Trashy Book Club: The Redhead by the Side of the Road by Ann Tyler
May 8
Watch Party for Impact: The San Antonio Jewish Oral History Project
Join us for a special showing of this NCJW-SA documentary that chronicles the growth of the Jewish community in San Antonio, their contributions, and the evolution of the city as a whole.
This special event is co -sponsored by KLRN and the Jewish Community Center of San Antonio. It will be held at the Campus of the Jewish Community in honor of KLRN’s celebration of Jewish Heritage Month. The film will also be aired 4 times in the month of May.
May 21, 2025 at noon
Restorative Justice and Sexual Assault (Webinar)
How might the concept of restorative justice help victims seek resolution, bring peace to both perpetrators and victims, and help temper the big business of private prisons, the cycle of poverty, etc. Presented by Dr. Jennifer Steel.
Save the Date:
June 8, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Our Tribute to the Tenacious Twelve
Join us as we celebrate the cadre of women who saw us through an uncertain time in our NCJW-SA history. Hear how they adapted to a changing environment, how they reemerged stronger than before, and how they ushered in a new era for NCJW San Antonio's 118-year history.
In case you missed it:
Be sure to check out some of the great programming from some of our events.
Our most recent event, Don’t Mess with Public Schools in Texas has gained city-wide attention. Check out the full summary!
Separation of Church and State: Drawing the Line for Our Public Schools
March 30, 2025 | 2:00-4:00 PM
Thank you to all who attended our panel discussion. In case you missed it, check out the video.
Repro Shabbat, Feb 22, 2025 Screening of Zurawski vs. Texas
A DOCUMENTARY ABOUT THE COURT CASE THAT GARNERED NATIONAL ATTENTION AS WOMEN SUED THE STATE FOR THE RIGHT TO BODILY AUTONOMY.
What can you do? Call to Action — Click here
Keynote: Jackie Nirenberg, ADL Austin
October 9, 2024 | 7:00-8:00 PM
Thank you to all who attended our Opening Meeting. In case you missed it, check out the video.
For more information on CASA’s wonderful work, go to https://www.casa-satx.org.
NCJW-SA proudly presents a city-wide symposium about book banning. San Antonio’s first lady, Erika Prosper, will be the guest speaker, followed by a panel discussion “How does book banning affect our schools and communities?
Check out the last 100+ years of NCJW in San Antonio.
Download our 2024-2025 Calendar!
Extra happenings will be added along the way, but here is our current year-at-a-glance!
Ongoing Programs
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ADVOCACY
Find out how NCJW San Antonio and NCJW National are engaged in all aspects of advocacy.
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COMMUNITY OUTREACH
Our community outreach programs provide assistance to those organizations that are in need within our community.
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EDUCATION
Our theory of change begins with education to facilitate transformation. Be sure to check our calendar for more info.
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San Antonio Jewish Oral History Project
18 months of interviews have culminated in this film about the Jewish founders and leaders of San Antonio and their impact on our city.
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SOCIAL
It’s not all just about social action — we have fun too! Chanukkah Party, Passover events, and so much more. Check our calendar for more details.
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TRANSITIONS
This vital program helps youth transitioning from foster care to independent living.
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TRASHY BOOK CLUB
The Trashy Book Club meets every other month to discuss all kinds of books – both low and high-brow. Also serves as a General Membership meeting, so join us!
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CAN'T BEAT LOVE FILM CONTEST
Although the contest is retired, the messages from these amazing films created by San Antonio high school students lives on.
Interested in becoming an NCJW-SA sponsor?
Sponsors are vital to allowing NCJW-SA to continue its important, impactful programming. Consider becoming a premier sponsor. Benefits include:
Sponsors will be featured prominently on the events of their choosing (for example in the opening credits of Impact: The San Antonio Jewish oral History Project as it airs on KLRN).
Sponsors will also have a permanent presence on the NCJW-SA landing page for one year
Sponsors will have early access and preferred seating to many events that occur throughout the year
More is more!
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Get your NCJW merch!
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Check out our YouTube channel!
Did you miss a Lunch and Learn or an NCJW-SA event? Click to view!
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NCJW National
Access our National Resources here.
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Get Your NCJW-SA Shirt
Become one of the Blue Shirt Ladies!
NCJW-SA in Action
Hanukkah Party | Trashy Book Club | Food Bank | Advocacy Events | Education | Guest Lectures
IMPACT: THE SAN ANTONIO JEWISH ORAL HISTORY PROJECT
18 months of interviews have culminated in this film about the Jewish founders and leaders of San Antonio and their impact on our city.
“Real change, enduring change, happens one step at a time.”
—Ruth Bader Ginsburg