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National Council of Jewish Women invites you to join our annual Shabbat celebration honoring the Jewish value of reproductive freedom. Sign up to bring a Repro Shabbat event to your home or community. Leading up to the Repro Shabbat, we will provide you with resources to help make your Shabbat a more meaningful experience.

Why Participate?

When you participate in Repro Shabbat, you are joining a movement to explore issues of reproductive freedom and abortion access from a Jewish perspective. You will gain access to curated resources — like a conversation guide, a study guide, a Shabbat Spotify playlist, recipes, and more — to help you plan an individual or communal Shabbat practice on Parshat Mishpatim. We’ll even email you (not too much, we promise) additional resources and planning tips.

Judaism offers a critical perspective on reproductive freedom that is too often unheard in our public discourse. Repro Shabbat is a time for communities and individuals to connect, educate, and activate towards a more just future.

Parshat Mishpatim

Repro Shabbat is an annual Shabbat celebration that honors the Jewish value of reproductive freedom. It takes place annually on Parshat Mishpatim, which contains the verses commonly referenced as the foundation of Judaism’s approach to reproductive health, rights, and justice. Individuals and communities across the world gather to celebrate Repro Shabbat and the Jewish traditions it honors. Participation can take many forms, from a private study or hosting a Shabbat dinner to participating in a communal event. However you choose to celebrate, we have resources to support you.

Featured Events for 2026

  • Repro Shabbat Havdallah & Briefing
    Feb 14, 2026 | 7:00pm ET
    Virtual

    Join us for a virtual community Havdallah service followed by insights by Rabbi Sabath-Beit Halachmi, Har Sinai-Oheb Shalom Congregation, about the importance of reproductive freedom as a Jewish value. Learn about the challenges and opportunities to reproductive freedom form our keynote speaker, Maryland State Delegate Lesley Lopez, who championed Maryland’s first in the nation Abortion Grant Fund.

    Join virtually

  • Global Perspectives on Bodily Autonomy: A Conversation Between U.S. & Israeli Advocates
    Feb 18, 2026 | 12:00pm ET
    Virtual

    Join us for a virtual conversation bringing together U.S.-based reproductive rights advocate Natalie Birnbaum of Repro Solutions and Israeli advocate Dina Shalev of Lada’at. Natalie and Dina will explore the current landscape for abortion access and reproductive rights in both countries. Kalela Lancaster, NCJW’s Israel Director, will join the conversation to add perspective on the evolving Israeli context and help connect the dialogue across borders, values, and strategies for action.

    Join virtually

  • No One Asked You Film Screening
    March 8, 2026 | 2:00pm ET
    In person

    Join us at Sid Jacobson JCC as we screen the documentary No One Asked You. Comedian, disruptor-extraordinaire Lizz Winstead (co-creator of The Daily Show), and Abortion Access Front crisscross the U.S. to support abortion clinic staff and bust stigma. No One Asked You is a bold call to action driven by the power of humor in social change, where joy prevails. Following the screening, join us for a light dinner + post carding activity where we will be writing thank you messages to abortion providers.

    Register here

  • Reproductive Rights Shabbat with Dr. Gillian Dean of Planned Parenthood
    Feb 13, 2026 | 6:00pm ET
    In person

    Whether near or far, we would be honored if you would stand with our congregation and celebrate Reproductive Rights Shabbat with us. We are looking forward to being joined by special guest Dr. Gillian Dean, Chief Medical Officer of Planned Parenthood of Greater New York, who will be sharing a talk titled, An Ordinary Day, Extraordinary Care: 8 hours in a NYC Family Planning Center.

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  • Repro Shabbat Kiddush Talk
    Feb 14, 2026 | 1:00pm ET
    In person

    Join TBZ's annual Shabbat celebration honoring the Jewish value of reproductive freedom. We will gather for a Kiddush talk and learning opportunity open to all. We will begin with text study with Rav Claudia, exploring how Jewish tradition speaks to issues of reproductive justice—specifically abortion. We will then engage in storytelling and reflection on real-life situations individuals and families may face, including pregnancy, abortion, IVF, surrogacy, adoption, or the intentional choice to remain child-free. Together, we will ask how we, as a Jewish community, can uphold values that explicitly include reproductive freedom and justice.

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  • Shabbat Morning Service, Kiddush Lunch, & a Repro Shabbat Speaker
    Feb 14, 2026 | 10:00am ET
    Both virtual & in person

    A Shabbat morning service will honor people committed to reproductive justice, with a d'var Torah about Repro Shabbat. After kiddush, at 1:00pm, speakers Dayle Steinberg, CEO of Planned Parenthood of Southeastern Pennsylvania, and Katia Perez, Interim Executive Director of the Abortion Liberation Fund, will lead a talk titled 'Supporting Women’s Autonomy through Reproductive Freedom: Challenges in Access to Care.'

    To join virtually, contact Lynne Jacobs at ljdevon77@gmail.com.

  • Repro Shabbat
    Feb 13, 2026 | 7:30pm ET
    Both virtual & in person

    Join Rabbi Josh, in person if possible or on Zoom, for a spiritual service this Friday. This week, we welcome a guest speaker, Alex Lehman, from the National Council of Jewish Women. This is to celebrate Repro Shabbat, a nationwide effort to honor reproductive freedom as a Jewish value.

    Learn more and join virtually

  • Repro Shabbat
    Feb 13, 2026 | 6:30pm ET
    Feb 14, 2026 | 9:30am ET
    Both virtual & in person

    Join us at Adas Israel for Friday and Saturday Shabbat services honoring Repro Shabbat. On Friday, NCJW's own Shira Zemel will join the community to kick off Repro Shabbat during Kabbalat Shabbat services. On Saturday, Ilyse Hogue, former President of NARAL Pro-Choice America, will discuss how restrictions on abortion and other gender-based rights are weaponized to advance anti-democratic movements. Kiddush to follow, and all are welcome!

  • Repro Shabbat & Dinner
    Feb 13, 2026 | 7:00pm ET
    In person

    Join our Repro Shabbat service led by Rabbi Jenna. Expect soul-lifting music, words of inspiration, and stories from interfaith partners and Sixth & I'ers. This will include remarks by Kailey Townsend, a Sixth & I community member and partner to NCJW in her work at Planned Parenthood Federation of America.

    Register here

  • Reproductive Justice & Tikkun Olam: A Jewish Call to Action
    Feb 15, 2026 | 3:00pm ET
    In person

    Join us for a community conversation on sexual and reproductive health in Virginia. This timely discussion will bring together medical providers, clergy, and advocates to share perspectives, answer questions, and explore how our communities can support informed, compassionate care. Learn what’s at stake—and how you can take action.

    Register here

  • Repro Shabbat
    Feb 13, 2026 | 6:13pm ET
    Both virtual & in person

    Join us for our third annual Repro Rights Shabbat as we welcome Reverend Dr. Rebecca Todd Peters, author, professor, and one of the nation’s leading voices at the intersection of religion and reproductive justice. Dr. Peters will offer reflections drawn from her groundbreaking research and advocacy. Sponsored by Temple Beth El’s Social Justice Committee and supported by our longtime partners at NCJW.

    Learn more and join here

  • How Online Misinformation is Dismantling Trust in Contraception for Our Young Women
    Feb 12, 2026 | 7:00pm ET
    Virtual

    Join as host Haley Lickstein, political strategist, public speaker, and creator and host of 'Haley on the Hill', to discuss this important and concerning issue. She will be presenting her findings from her survey 'What 200 Gen Z Women Told Me About Birth Control Should Alarm Every Woman in America: A survey of young women' reveals how online misinformation, not politics, is quietly dismantling trust in contraception.

    Join virtually

  • Repro Rights 'How To Engage Like A Zioness' Learning Session
    Feb 10, 2026 | 8:00pm ET
    Virtual

    As we approach Repro Shabbat, we’re coming together for a special session of How To Engage Like A Zioness - this time, focused on reproductive justice. Join Zioness over Zoom for a community learning session about the current state of reproductive rights in the US and how we can champion it in our communities. This session will provide concrete strategies for activating around reproductive freedom - while showing up as our full, authentic selves.

    Register here

  • Our Stories, Our Choices: Jewish Experiences of Abortion
    Feb 9, 2026 | 8:00pm ET
    Virtual

    In this session, Professor Michal Raucher will share narratives her research team collected from Jews who have terminated pregnancies in the United States. As we read these texts together, we will consider what these experiences teach about Jewish perspectives on abortion. Dr. Michal Raucher is Associate Professor of Jewish Studies at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey. Her research focuses on reproduction, religious authority, and gender among Jews in America and Israel/Palestine.

    Join virtually

  • From Learning To Action: Safeguarding access to abortion services in MN
    Feb 12, 2026 | 8:30am CT
    In-person

    Join our 2-part training to learn about impediments to abortion access and then strengthen your messaging and methods for effective advocacy! Presented by NCJW|MN in partnership with Jewish Community Action, and Unrestrict Minnesota. Registration is $20 (including breakfast), and assistance is available.

    Register here

  • Repro Shabbat
    Feb 13, 2026 | 6:00pm CT
    Both virtual & in person

    Join our Shabbat service and potluck afterward. Ali Kliegman, Executive Director of Care for All will speak about the first year of the clinic's operations providing abortion and health care services. Jean Pereles-Strouse will speak about her experience as a clinic escort.

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  • Repro Shabbat - Amendment 3: Know the Truth. Protect Abortion.
    Feb 13, 2026 | 5:15pm CT
    Both virtual & in person

    During our Kabbalat Shabbat service, we will celebrate the Jewish value of reproductive freedom through Parshat Mishpatim. Dana Sandweiss, our member, the co-founder of Access MO, and the co-chair of NCJWSTL's PATH (Protecting Abortion, Truth & Healthcare) Coalition, will speak about Amendment 3: Know the Truth. Protect Abortion.

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  • Repro Shabbat Postcard Writing Campaign
    Feb 13, 2026 | 5:00pm CT
    In person

    Congregation Beth Shalom and The Temple, Congregation B’nai Jehudah are proud to come together for Repro Shabbat. The evening includes a pre-Shabbat Oneg and postcard-writing action supporting the Jewish fight for reproductive rights and protection of medication abortion as essential health care and a religious right. Following is a Repro Shabbat service that lifts up justice, care and our shared commitment to reproductive freedom.

    Register here

  • Repro Shabbat
    Feb 13, 2026 | 7:30pm CT
    Both virtual & in person

    Join our Shabbat Services with a guest speaker, Laura Bellis, the Executive Director of the Take Control Initiative.

    Learn more and join here

  • Repro Shabbat Minyan at Temple Emanu-El
    Feb 14, 2026 | 10:30am CT
    Both virtual & in person

    Join this weekly Shabbat morning minyan led by Rabbi David Stern, with a focus on reproductive justice and rights.

    Learn more and join here

  • Reproductive Freedom: New Legal Threats, Frontline Courage
    Feb 21, 2026 | 12:00pm CT
    In person

    Join Temple Beth-El and NCJW–San Antonio, in collaboration with Temple Beth-El Sisterhood, for Repro Shabbat, an annual Lunch & Learn program grounded in Jewish values and reproductive justice. A robust Q&A session will follow, offering attendees the opportunity to engage directly with Ms. Duane and Dr. Braid and explore the legal, medical, and moral dimensions of reproductive justice.

    Register here

  • Sacred & Shtark (strong): Championing Reproductive Freedom, Now & Next
    Feb 13, 2026 | 7:30pm PT
    Both virtual & in person

    Dr. Magda Peck, a seasoned national leader for women’s health, will share perspectives on safeguarding reproductive rights, through dual lenses of evidence-based practices and core Jewish values: human dignity, preserving life, and equity. Revisiting personal and public milestones since 1973, she will share stories and strategies for championing comprehensive, compassionate contraception and abortion care, as essential components of women’s health. On Repro Shabbat 2026, with access and affordability increasingly beyond women’s reach, based solely on the state where women wake, work and worship, she hopes to lift up ways we can be responsible for one another, stronger together in action and advocacy.

    Register here

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