events and announcements

JCRC, Consulate General of Israel to New England Honor Robert Haynes

On Monday January 10, along with the Consulate General of Israel to New England, JCRC honored MA AFL-CIO past president Robert Haynes for his long years of partnership and service. View photographs from the event here.

Emerald Necklace Memories and Dreams

In 1946, the neighborhoods of Roxbury, Dorchester and Mattapan comprised the largest Jewish community in New England. For them, the green space that served as their landmark and boundary was Franklin Park, the greatest jewel in the Emerald Necklace designed by Frederick Law Olmsted. Discover more about the connection between Franklin Park and Boston's Jewish community.

Our Statement on Massachusett's Divestment from Iran

We thank Treasurer Steven Grossman and the Massachusetts Pension Reserves Investment Management (PRIM) Board for making Massachusetts one of the first states to completely divest pension funds from Iran. Read full statement now.