Unity in Community:
JCC and YMCA Building Understanding and Combating Hatred
The Jewish Community Center (JCC) of Greater Pittsburgh and the YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh are proud to announce a groundbreaking partnership, “Unity in Community,” designed to bring people together, foster dialogue, and stand against hate in all its forms.
JCC and YMCA Building Understanding and Combating Hatred is a dual project geared toward middle school-aged summer day campers and adults, offering meaningful learning experiences to combat antisemitism and racism through education, dialogue, and actionable strategies. Together we are dedicated to strengthening our communities and amplifying our collective impact, fostering understanding, resilience, and unity across our region.
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CURIOUS CONVERSATIONS
Curious Conversations
This series is designed for families, educators, and community members interested in learning how to combat hate by discussing pressing topics and fostering dialogue, education, and connection. Click below for the next Curious Conversation and registration information.
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February 19, 6:30-7:30 pm
Living Out Loud, Together: Stories, Identity, and Connection in Pittsburgh
Location: Baierl Family YMCA, 2565 Nicholson Road, Sewickly, PA 15143
A public conversation with Stuart Fisk and Ava O’Brien, whose voices and experiences shape thoughtful dialogue about identity, honesty, and connection in our community.
March
Passover Across Traditions: A Guided Interfaith Experience
A warm, table-centered evening rooted in the story of Passover and its enduring relevance in the face of antisemitism and Jew hatred. Through shared food, guided storytelling, and facilitated conversation, participants will explore how the themes of liberation, survival, and collective memory within the Passover narrative speak directly to the persistence of antisemitism today. Drawing on perspectives from multiple faith traditions, the evening will invite reflection on how relationships, understanding, and shared moral responsibility can confront antisemitism, challenge dehumanization, and strengthen solidarity.
April
Building Bridges in the City of Bridges: How interfaith work in Pittsburgh takes shape
An exploration of what interfaith work looks like in practice—how relationships are built, sustained, and strengthened across difference. This conversation focuses on how people do this work, not just why it matters.
May
Listening Forward: Race, Experience, and Responsibility
A thoughtful conversation centered on listening, learning, and understanding lived experiences of race. This gathering emphasizes curiosity and the power of shared humanity.
Reserved for YMCA and JCC summer day camp staff.
June
Sustaining Ourselves, Sustaining Community: Rest, resilience, and care in challenging times
EXPERIENCE COMMUNITY THROUGH CULTURE
Experience Community Through Culture
Unity in Community in Action
