Watch all the remarks from this year’s “Celebrating Inclusion: Opening Doors to Jewish Community” event. This evening celebrates and honors the progress of the Ruderman Synagogue Inclusion Project (RSIP) Cohort and welcomes new congregational Partners and Affiliates.

Rabbi Wes Gardenswartz of Temple Emanuel in Newton shares his opening blessing.

Jay and Shira Ruderman, along with Sharon Shapiro, give their welcome remarks before introducing Cindy Kaplan and Mira Weisskopf.

Rabbi Marc Baker, CJP president and CEO, celebrates the incredible work of RSIP and all the congregations that lift up our inclusive Jewish community.

Sen. Tom Harkin (retired), the evening’s impact speaker.

Sarah Abramson, senior vice president of strategy and impact at CJP, recognizes our new partners and affiliates in the RSIP program.