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Bringing the light of Judaism to you!

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Making Judaism meaningful and joyful.

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Enriching Jewish experiences for visual learners.

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Latest News

Position Letter from Jewish Deaf Congress RE: Antisemitism on College Campuses

Recent campus protests have crossed a line by labeling Jewish students as "white colonizers" or “oppressors”. These dangerous false narratives not only misrepresent history but also foster a hostile and divisive environment. Universities thrive on free speech and respectful debate, not hateful rhetoric. While peaceful protests are fundamental to democracy,...

Miriam: The Force Behind the Men’s Glory

Jewish Deaf Congress (JDC) is delighted to share a special Passover gift with you!...

Special Announcement: Shabbat This Friday!

Celebrate with us! Levi, Mahalia, Lael, and Ariela have reached a momentous milestone- the completion of Bar/Bat Mitzvah classes under JDC!...

Shalom!

Mission

Jewish Deaf Congress (JDC) functions as an inclusive and accessible Jewish Deaf national organization, network and resource center, rooted in Judaism and Deaf experiences, cultures and values of lifelong Jewish learning to discover, connect and flourish.

*Deaf includes Deaf, DeafBlind, DeafDisabled, Hard of Hearing, Late Deafened individuals and their families.

Who

Deaf people of all ages and their families, rabbis, synagogue lay leaders, and service providers, wishing to learn about and engage in Jewish beliefs, practices, and heritages of modern Judaism.

What

We aim to uplift and inspire Deaf people with meaningful learning and connections, and to enrich spiritual lives through discovery and exploration of Judaism.

How

Join the JDC community and be a member of L’Chaim Judaic ASL Learning Circle. Individuals, couples, and families are welcome!

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Programs & Offerings

L'Chaim Learning

A virtual and visual Learning Community making Judaism relevant, meaningful and joyful in our own language!

Events

Celebrate holidays, festivals, lifecycle events and more, in-person or virtually near and far.

Resources

Check the Jewish Calendar, Jewish Deaf organizations, Deaf-owned business listing, and many more.

Virtual Shabbat

2nd Fri to celebrate Shabbat with Washington Society of Jewish Deaf (WSJD) , Hillel at Gallaudet, and Jewish Deaf Resource Center (JDRC) virtually on Zoom.