Where history lives and grows.The Jewish Women’s Archive documents Jewish women’s stories, elevates their voices, and inspires them to be agents of change.

Core values

- **Documenting and Elevating Women's Stories**: JWA systematically documents and elevates the stories of Jewish women, both celebrated and unheralded, which helps in creating a more comprehensive historical record and inspires contemporary Jewish women to be agents of change[4].
- **Community Organizing and Social Justice**: JWA is involved in various community organizing efforts, including environmental justice, disability rights, and social policy, which contribute to social change and community well-being[1].
- **Addressing Gender-Based Violence**: Through initiatives like JWA Shabbat and other programs, JWA works to prevent gender-based violence, support victims of domestic abuse and sexual violence, and engage the community in shifting attitudes around healthy relationships[2].
- **Educational Outreach and Empowerment**: JWA engages in extensive educational outreach programs, uses inclusive oral history methods, and leverages social media to engage users, all of which empower individuals and communities[4].