MISSION
Eshel’s mission is to build LGBTQ+ inclusive Orthodox Jewish communities.
VISION
Eshel envisions a world where LGBTQ+ people and their families are full participants in the Orthodox community of their choice.
HOW
How Eshel achieves its mission:
- Community Eshel builds community for its LGBTQ+ individuals and their families so that they can break isolation, grow, and thrive.
- Support Eshel supports LGBTQ+ Orthodox Jewish individuals and families through our warmline, support groups, mentoring, and community network.
- Education Eshel raises awareness and sensitivity amongst Orthodox religious and communal leaders, educators and guidance counselors on how to address the needs of their LGBTQ+ members through consultations and trainings.
- Advocacy Eshel advocates for LGBTQ+ individuals within the larger Orthodox community so that they can be included in Orthodox communities.