QJOCSM Sukkot Shabbat

Friday, October 18th 2024 | 7-10 pm | Westwood, CA

Join us for an evening of celebration and community as we come together to observe Shabbat and Sukkot, centering the voices and experiences of Queer Jews of Color, Mizrahi, and Sephardic Jews. This special Shabbat gathering will be held in Westwood, providing a sacred space for reflection, connection, and joy beneath the sukkah as we embrace the themes of shelter, belonging, and resilience. Expect delicious food, meaningful rituals, and a welcoming atmosphere where everyone is invited to honor their heritage and shared traditions.

Whether you’re a longtime community member or joining for the first time, all are welcome to celebrate with us. Come as you are and help us create a vibrant evening of unity and gratitude!

We’re proud to officially expand our Persian Pride programming into QJOCSM (Queer Jews of Color, Sephardic, and Mizrahi). According to the Jews of Color Initiative’s study, Beyond the Count, the term "Jews of Color" encompasses diverse identities, including racial groupings, national heritage, and regional connections. We recognize that our previous programming focused solely on Persian identity, and we are so excited to broaden our scope to include Queer Sephardic, Mizrahi, and other Jews of Color.

Tickets are available for purchase up until 10pm the day before. No tickets will be sold at the door. The exact address will be provided upon ticket purchase.

Accessibility Statement:
There are a few breaks in the pavement when accessing the outdoor dinner areas. Please let us know if this is a concern. As well, a security guard will be present. There will be dim lighting, candlelight, and soft  music playing throughout the evening. No microphones or amplified sound will be used for speakers. Name tags will be offered and guests will be encouraged to participate in optional ice breaker games to interact with others. Food will be served buffet style. Street parking is available. If you have any specific accessibility requirements or questions, please list them in the 'Accessibility Needs Section' of this form or you can contact Jona Yadidi at [email protected]

Refund Policy
Ticket purchases to JQ events are non-refundable, but a credit may be applied towards a future event per JQ's discretion on a case by case basis. Transfer of a purchased ticket to another guest may also be granted. Please reach out to Jona Yadidi at least 5 days before the ticketed event to request a credit or transfer. 

Financial Assistance
JQ wants to ensure that this event is accessible for all, including those with financial barriers. If you are in need of assistance, please email Jona Yadidi at [email protected] and we will do our best to accommodate your needs. This may include discounted tickets, scholarships, and/or volunteer opportunities. No one will be turned away. 

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The following questions are for JQ to report demographic information in aggregate. Your personal information is kept confidential. Our events are open to anyone regardless of their gender/race/religion/sexual orientation or identity. 

Which of the following best describes your race and ethnicity? (check all that apply)

What is your present religion, if any? (check all that apply)

I acknowledge and agree to the following: I am aware of the risk to my physical appearance at the venue and my participation in the activity of this event that may cause injury or illness that may lead to paralysis or death. I have not experienced symptoms that of fever, fatigue, difficulty in breathing, dry cough, or exhibiting any other symptoms relating to any communicable disease within the last 14 days. I have not been, nor any member(s) of my household, diagnosed to be infected with any communicable virus within the last 30 days.

Following the pronouncements above, I declare the following: I am fully and personally responsible for my safety and actions while and during participation, and I recognize that I may be, in any case, at risk of contracting a communicable virus. With full knowledge of the risks involved, I release, waive, and discharge JQ International from any liabilities, claims, demands, actions, and causes of action whatsoever, directly or indirectly arising out of or related to any loss, damage, injury, or death, that may be sustained while participating in any activity while in, on, or around the premises or while using the facilities that may lead to unintentional exposure or harm due to a communicable virus. I agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless JQ International from and against any costs, expenses, damages, lawsuits, and/or liabilities or claims arising whether directly or indirectly from or related to any claims made by or against any of the released party due to injury, loss, or death from or related to any communicable virus.

By checking the box below, I acknowledge that I have read the preceding Liability Release Waiver and understand its contents; that I am at least eighteen (18) years old and fully competent to give my consent; That I have been sufficiently informed of the risks involved and give my voluntary consent in signing it as my free act and deed; that I give my voluntary consent in submitting this form that includes this Liability Release Waiver as my free act and deed with full intention to be bound by the same, and free from any inducement or representation.

Safety. Respect. Equity. 

These are the values and principles that we are committed to as an organization and as we convene in-person and virtually for community programming, education, and support services. The following is an outline of the policies and norms that are part of JQ International’s culture. We value each and every individual who joins our community and we look forward to learning, supporting, and celebrating together with these norms in place. Thank you for helping create safe, respectful, and equitable spaces. 

Jewish tradition recognizes that every person is created in the divine image and should be treated as such. Furthermore the Jewish values of repairing the world, mutual responsibility, and not standing idly by while others are being harmed are fundamental to the creation, implementation, and upholding of this Code of Conduct. 

JQ International is committed to creating a harassment-free environment for all participants in our programs, including, staff, speakers, vendors, and volunteers. Harassment as outlined below is considered by JQ International to be a serious form of misconduct. 

This Code of Conduct is established in order to promote safety and respect in all of our activities. We expect all participants at JQ International activities to abide by this policy in all venues, including ancillary events and unofficial social gatherings: 

• Exercise consideration and respect in your speech and actions 

• Refrain from demeaning, discriminatory, or harassing behavior and speech 

• Be mindful of your surroundings and of your fellow participants 

• Alert leadership if you notice a dangerous situation, someone in distress, or violations of this policy, even if they seem minor (see more details below) 

The following behaviors do not belong at JQ International 

• Harassment that discriminates against a specific group of people based on age, race, sex, ethnicity, national origin, religion, language, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, health conditions, socioeconomic status, marital status, domestic status, and/or parental status (hereafter, simply referred to as “harassment”) 

• Sexual harassment of any kind, including unwelcome sexual attention and inappropriate physical or verbal contact 

• Abuse of power (including abuses related to position, wealth, race or gender) 

• Yelling at, threatening, or bullying speakers, staff, or attendees 

• Any significantly disruptive conduct 

• Repeated interruption of a speaker or performance 

• Actual, threatened, or implied retaliation against a person for complaining about a violation of these policies or for cooperating with an investigation into a complaint

Responding to Breaches 

1. All breaches should be reported to [email protected] as soon as possible. 

2. Please include as much detail as possible: 

1. Time

2. Place

3. Event/service offering

4. Individuals involved or witnesses

5. Best way to contact you for further information

6. An explanation of the perceived misconduct

POLICY CONSENT REQUIRED FOR EVENT REGISTRATION NETWORK NORMS FOR ENGAGING IN JQ INTERNATIONAL PROGRAM AND SERVICE OFFERINGS. 

Adapted from SRE 2022

https://srenetwork.org

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