JANUARY 2022 NEWSLETTER
On Sunday, January 23, 2022, at 5 pm we will come together for Courageous Conversations on Abortion. This year's event offers attendees a unique opportunity to lead guided conversations on abortion in the comfort of their homes (or online) with friends, family, and the larger community!
We invite you to host a conversation, join a hosted conversation, or sign-up to attend our event through general registration.
Host a Virtual Conversation | Host an In-Person Conversation | General Registration
Please note that the last day to register as a host is Tuesday, January 18, and the last day for general registration is Thursday, January 20.

NCJWLA is committed to advancing economic justice and equity for women and their families through financial support for higher education. We are proud to announce our Fall 2021 Scholarship recipients:
- Inger Lawrence- M.R. Bauer Foundation Nursing Studies Scholarship – Ditte Wager at Moorpark College - Nursing
- Inger Lawrence- M.R. Bauer Foundation Nursing Studies Scholarship – Maritza Crespo at Moorpark College - Nursing
- Dodell Women’s Empowerment Scholarship – Maria Echeverria at Cerritos College – Sociology
- Richard V. Hotson, Jr. and Stephen L. Teller Scholarship for LGBTQ+ – Samuel Mendoza at American Career College - Physical Therapy
- Sherman & Frances L. Teller Teaching Credential Scholarship – Kara Gutierrez at Cal Poly Pomona - Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
- Sylvia & Samuel Schulman Memorial Scholarship – Crystal Quezada at West Coast University - Occupational Therapy
We are grateful to all who applied and encourage applicants to reapply next Spring 2022 Cycle, March 2022.
Higher education is a leading factor in creating economic opportunities for women today’s competitive workforce. Evidence shows the more education a woman gains, the greater her odds are of maximizing income and minimizing poverty. A woman with a four-year college degree earns twice as much as a woman with a high school diploma and nearly three time more than a woman who didn’t complete high school.
Obtaining a higher education also has benefits for society as it increases tax contributions and reduces public assistance. Higher education can also lead to a healthier and more balanced life. Our recipients include student parents, single mothers returning to school and other marginalized populations. Awards are based on a combination of academic merit and financial need.
To contribute to our scholarships, click HERE.
Save the Date for our Scholarship Virtual Celebration , February 26th, 10:30am.
Advocacy Working Group (AWG) is a space for community members, leaders, and advocates to learn, plan, and reimagine what is possible WHEN communities join forces and advocate for the issues impacting those most in need. NCJW|LA is an open and safe place; we encourage, welcome, and celebrate diversity and inclusivity at our meetings.
Monthly meetings are NOW ONLINE the 1st Friday of each month from 3:00–4:30pm. Our next meeting is on Thursday, February 3, 2022.
We hope to see you all there. For more information or to RSVP, email: advocacy@ncjwla.org

NCJW|LA wishes you a year of inner peace and invites you to join our spiritual wellness session this month.
We are honored to be joined by Thiên Ân (Rev. Mary) Duong, faith-rooted leader and organizer at CLUE, who will help us discover the power of storytelling to help make our decisions and choices easier during periods of adversity and change.
Join us, Wednesday, January 19, 2022 , at 4pm for a moment of reflection as we aim to empower our lives with resiliency to survive with grace and inner peace.
Any savvy thrift shopper knows that January is the best month to find deals and treasures. This year is no exception. End of year donations and unwanted Christmas gifts have filled The Council Shops with amazing inventory like the items below from our Granville location at Santa Monica Blvd. and Granville in West Los Angeles.
Find our Store Locations HERE.



