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At the Merage JCC, we believe community is built by the stories we share and the values we pass down from generation to generation. Throughout the year, our programs in arts, culture, education, wellness, and leadership create spaces where women and girls can explore their identities, discover their voices, and grow as leaders.

Women’s HerStory Month offers a powerful opportunity to pause and recognize the remarkable contributions of Jewish women whose courage, creativity, and vision have helped shape American life.

Jewish tradition teaches that every person is created b’tzelem Elohim—in the image of God. This belief calls us to build communities rooted in dignity, respect, and belonging. At the Merage JCC, that principle is central to who we are.

The Merage JCC is proud to enter its second year partnering with BBYO, expanding leadership pathways, meaningful connections, and year-round experiences for Orange County’s Jewish teens—creating spaces of belonging, confidence, and community when relationships and connection matter more than ever.