Author Archives: Rebecca Herst

Because of Organizing Efforts, Gubernatorial Candidates Commit $8 million for Youth Jobs

Posted on October 18, 2010 by Rebecca Herst

Last night, the Greater Boston Interfaith Organization hosted an “action” with all 4 of the candidates for Massachusetts Governor.  JOI staff and Fellows were proud to be counted among the over 1200 people who were there. One of the most … Read More

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Orientation Retreat Voter Registration Drive

Posted on September 29, 2010 by Rebecca Herst

To start off their Community Organizing Fellowship year, the new Fellows participate in a 5 day long orientation retreat. This year, they took action together and were part of a a voter registration drive with the Massachusetts Immigrant and Refugee … Read More

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Introducing the 2010-2011 Fellows!

Posted on September 28, 2010 by Rebecca Herst

A native of Madison, Wisconsin, Liz Aeschlimann recently graduated from Carleton College with a degree in Cognitive Science. She has been involved in human rights education and advocacy in rural Thailand and Eastern Kentucky, and spent last summer compiling profiles … Read More

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Pictures from the 2010 JOI Siyyum/Graduation

Posted on July 12, 2010 by Rebecca Herst

Here are some photos taken at the JOI Siyyum and Graduation a couple weeks ago by Maglen Kaiser.  It was an inspiring afternoon full of storytelling and celebration. Thanks to everyone who was able to join us!

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Alumni and Fellows March in Pride Parade

Posted on June 14, 2010 by Rebecca Herst

The rains on Saturday didn’t stop JOI Fellows and Alumni from marching in the Pride Parade with Keshet and the Workmen’s Circle. Their enthusiasm was captured in Sunday’s Boston Globe! Eliza Parad, current Fellow, is on the far left and … Read More

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