A Disability Wisdom as Soul Care Webinar: Teachings for JDAIM and Every Day

In honor of Jewish Disability Awareness and Inclusion Month (JDAIM), this online webinar, led by Rabbi Lauren Tuchman, will offer teachings and practices from Kirva’s Disability Wisdom as Soul Care Program. Together, we will dig into learnings and Jewish spiritual practices to sustain ourselves and our communities in times of political and communal upheaval.

Kirva’s Disability Wisdom as Soul Care (DWASC) reflects this world we are building. Launched in 2024, the program cultivates vibrant Jewish learning communities led by and for Jews with disabilities, rooted in the belief that disability and chronic illness bring essential wisdom to Jewish tradition and learning spaces. DWASC is grounded in Mussar (applied Jewish ethics) and Chassidut (applied Jewish mysticism) and creates space for connection, learning, healing, and nourishment.

This gathering is open to all. Whether you are a person with disabilities seeking spiritual resourcing, are an ally who's curious about the program, or want to better support folks with disabilities in your Jewish community, we hope you will join us!

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About Rabbi Lauren Tuchman: Rabbi Lauren Tuchman is a sought-after speaker, spiritual leader, and educator ordained by the Jewish Theological Seminary in 2018. Based in the Washington, D.C. area, she teaches, consults, and leads workshops across North America on disability access and inclusion, bringing a deep commitment to radical inclusivity and the belief that anyone can take hold of Torah and contribute their unique insights. An alum of the SVARA Kollel and the Institute for Jewish Spirituality’s Clergy Leadership Program, Rabbi Tuchman is a teacher in multiple Jewish mindfulness and meditation communities and is completing advanced training in Jewish contemplative practice. In 2024, she launched Disability Wisdom As Soul Care in partnership with Kirva, and she writes the Contemplative Torah Substack.

About Kirva: Kirva is a national organization that integrates the Jewish spiritual practices of Mussar (applied Jewish ethics) and Chassidut (applied Jewish mysticism) with efforts for justice, fueling personal growth and effective systemic change. Learn more about their work at kirva.org.

Accessibility: Kirva is committed to creating learning spaces that are accessible, inclusive, and grounded in care. If you have access needs, questions, or requests, including around technology, pacing, participation, or sensory experience, we warmly invite you to note this in your registration, and/or be in touch with Sam at sam@kirva.org.