The Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh and the YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh have announced a new partnership, called \u2018Unity in Community,\u2019 designed to bring people together, foster dialogue and stand against hate.<\/p>\n
The collaboration aims to leverage the community connections of both organizations to create a platform for education, engagement and understanding.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis partnership reflects our shared belief that community thrives when we learn from one another and work together to confront hate,\u201d said Amy Kienle, CEO of YMCA Greater Pittsburgh.<\/p>\n
\u201cThrough Unity in Community, we are intentionally coming together to educate, engage, and empower our neighbors to resist hatred and embrace inclusivity,\u201d said Jason Kunzman, CEO of the JCC of Greater Pittsburgh.<\/p>\n
, called \u2018Unity in Community,\u2019 The series is designed to tackle pressing topics and create meaningful learning opportunities for families, educators and community members. <\/p>\n
The first event for this program is United Against Hate Week, which runs from Oct. 19-25. Further details on the speaker series and individual events will be released at a later date. <\/p>\n
Events will take place in accessible venues across Pittsburgh, including the JCC, YMCA branches, churches, and community centers, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to participate.<\/p>\n
\u201cUnity in Community is about more than events; it\u2019s about fostering ongoing connections,\u201d Kienle said. \u201cWe want everyone in Pittsburgh to know that this series is open to all \u2013 a space to come, interact, and engage with one another.\u201d<\/p>\n
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