World Union for Progressive Judaism

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The World Union for Progressive Judaism (WUPJ) is the largest Jewish religious movement in the world in nearly 40 countries on 6 continents. It was established in London in 1926 and is headquartered in Jerusalem. It has regional offices in London, Moscow and New York.

It aims are to create common ground between its constituents and to promote Progressive Judaism in places where individuals and groups are seeking authentic, yet modern ways of expressing themselves as Jews. It seeks to preserve Jewish integrity wherever Jews live, to encourage integration without assimilation, to deal to modernity while preserve the Jewish experience and to strive for equal rights and social justice. The WUPJ has more than 1.5 million members throughout the world, encompassing more than 1,200 Reform, Progressive, Liberal and Reconstructionist congregations.

[edit] Mission statement

The establishment and support of synagogues and schools wherever there are Jews searching for meaningful access to modern Jewish life.
Recruitment, training and placement of rabbis, cantors and educators.
Publication and distribution of liturgical and educational materials in languages Jews speak.
Sponsorship of international programs for youth, education, leadership development, and all aspects of community building.
Bringing together like-minded Jews to derive strength from one another...blending ancient traditions with the changing world of today.