by Shana Medel | Feb 25, 2025 | Blog, JQ Newsletter
There’s a helpline made for LGBTQ+ Jews — and it’s reachable by text, call, and email. The JQ Helpline is the only US resource and support line dedicated to serving LGBTQ+ Jews and their allies. Completely free and always confidential. Messages are fielded by our...
by Anna Goodman | Feb 24, 2025 | Blog, JQ Newsletter
At JQ, we do not accept messages that undermine the dignity or belonging of our community. Guided by the Jewish value Kol Yisrael Areivim Zeh B’Zeh—the principle that all Jews are responsible for one another—we recognize that an attack on any part of our diverse...
by Shana Medel | Dec 20, 2024 | Blog, JQ Newsletter
Another year in the books. We celebrated our 20th birthday, established a partnership with LA vs Hate, had loud and proud Pride celebrations, and launched a series of new support groups — in short, we were a busy bunch.But now we pause. This is the time to rewind and...
by Shana Medel | Dec 4, 2024 | Blog, JQ Newsletter
Support groups have been shifting venues. Participants no longer have to maneuver traffic-clogged streets to get there. Or sit in a circle of chairs. All they need is a phone, cell service, and a will to share. Through a series of free support groups, predominantly...