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During her lifetime, Carmel z”l was committed to both social justice and her orthodox Jewish observance. Nowhere was this more evident than when she served as a Social Justice Fellow at Uri L’Tzedek, the only orthodox social justice organization guided by Torah values and dedicated to combating suffering and oppression. Through her fellowship, Carmel helped to implement the Tav HaYosher Ethical Seal which ensures that kosher restaurants and caterers provide safe and just working conditions for their employees, upholding Torah labor ethics. Sadly, Carmel passed away, when she was 26, in December 2018, leaving much work to be done.
Uri L’Tzedek fellowships train emerging adults with the skills necessary to become community organizers, social entrepreneurs, and change-agents. The curriculum combines innovative social activism with leadership development and Torah.
Initially, the Carmel Simone Langer Torah-in-Action Fund at the Jewish Community Foundation will support the fellowship program at Uri L’Tzedek, providing support for a Carmel Simone Langer Fellow each year. Over time and where possible, the fund will support other efforts that combine progressive social justice and orthodox Jewish observance.
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