The College Network: Activism, Yiddish Culture, and Community.

We are a national network of students, recent graduates, and young adults connected for social justice and inspired by Yiddish culture.

  • Activism

    Our students and other members at a protest outside the Supreme Court.

  • Yiddish Culture

    Young adults at A Trip to Yiddishland having a blast!

  • Community

    College Network members getting ready for the NYC Queer Liberation March.

  • Activism

    College Network members preparing to engage in civil disobedience in January 2022, following Congress’ failure to pass the John R. Lewis: Freedom to Vote Act.

  • Yiddish Culture

    Participants in Radical Reading with Irena Klepfisz, a renowned Jewish lesbian poet, Yiddishist, activist, and former Workers Circle board member.

  • Community

    Participants in the College Newtork and Black Voters Matter student summit in Selma, Alabama.

COMING SOON: Undzer Ring (Our Circle): A Bold New Voice in Yiddishkayt and Social Justice

Discover Undzer Ring, the Workers Circle's groundbreaking digital publication, where the energy of Yiddish culture meets the passion for social justice. Curated and created entirely by young adults, this blog is a window into a dynamic, evolving movement that bridges tradition and activism.

Edited by Yasha Giner, Workers Circle Yiddish Cultural Activism Fellow, the blog will feature Yiddish translations, reflections on activism, historical research, cultural writing, new music, multimedia posts, and more. Be inspired. Be part of the conversation and see how Yiddishkayt continues to shape the future. Keep an eye out for Undzer Ring!

The College Network gathers regularly, virtually and in person for action, community building, and two annual immersions.

You don’t have to be Jewish to be a part of our community. Anyone who believes in building a better and more beautiful world for all is welcome.

Want to get involved? Follow us on Instagram @workerscirclecollege or email college@circle.org

Immersions

A young adult summit in Selma, Alabama. This summit will take place from March 6 – 10, 2025 for the Selma Jubilee, the anniversary of the Selma bridge crossing. It includes community building, organizing training, and a powerful march across the Edmund Pettus Bridge. Visit this page for more information.

A young adult cohort at A Trip to Yiddishland, the Workers Circle's seven-day, six-night retreat in August. There are four levels of Yiddish classes (from beginner to advanced), dance and klezmer, theater and music workshops, concerts, and social justice programs.