Beth Elohim Social Action/Na’aseh

Diversity and inclusion are under attack. Yet we have evidence that these values are a strength and good for business. Come hear from those who have seen successes of inclusion, diversity and equity in our workplaces and communities. Colette Phillips, returns to Congregation Beth Elohim during Black History Month and will talk about her book, The Includers. She will be joined by author David DeLong, author of Hidden Talent. In The Includers: The 7 Traits of Culturally Savvy, Anti-Racist Leaders, Colette Phillips explores the core qualities that inclusive leaders share: character, cultural intelligence, connections, communications, collaboration, courage, and commitment. With humor and

The social action group Na’aseh (We will Act) of Congregation Beth Elohim, is proud to host State Rep. Simon Cataldo.  Rep. Cataldo will speak about the findings and report of the Special Commission Combatting Anti-Semitism. Rep. Cataldo co-chaired this commission formed in 2024. In time for the start of school, the commission issued its K-12 recommendations. Read the report HERE.   The final report will be released in November. Rep. Cataldo will speak about the commission’s process and its recommendations for school districts, followed by Q & A.  A short reception will follow. Note that this event will be free

Please Join Congregation Beth Elohim for their 24th annual Martin Luther King Breakfast. This year's speaker is William Harlan Dickerson II, also known as Brother Will,  Executive Director of the Brockton Interfaith Community. Brother Will is a seasoned community organizer and faith-rooted leader with over 14 years of experience advancing justice and collective liberation. He currently serves as Co-Executive Director of the Massachusetts Communities Action Network (MCAN). Doors open at 9:15 for breakfast, 10 am guest speaker Brother Will. Registration required:  www.bethelohim.org/mlk-2026.