JDAIM is a unified effort among Jewish organizations worldwide to raise awareness and make a commitment to foster acceptance and inclusion so people with disabilities and mental health conditions and those who love them feel a sense of belonging.
Join The Branch and webinar speaker Asha Chai-Chang as she talks about the growing community of Jews who identify as Jews of Color. Asha will create an open dialogue about being a person of color with multiple disabilities and speak about the intersectionality of being a Jew of Color with disabilities. She will also explore ways Jewish communities can increase visibility and create safe spaces for Jews of Color.
Shelly is a pioneer and leader in the faith community disability and mental health inclusion movement. Her passion for this work is anchored by her experiences as the parent of a child with autism. Learn more about Shelly, how JDAIM came to be, and how you can get involved.
Learn more about this one-of-a-kind storytelling event that is aimed to breakdown the stigmatic walls associated with mental health diagnosis.
Learn more about Temple Sinai’s Positive Painting Program being held in honor of JDAIM.
Learn more about Dr. Chrissy Whiting-Madison, her background and her hopes for the Clubhouse’s future.