
Gateways in the Community

Passion & Compassion
By forging connections, opening dialogues, and supporting healthy families, schools, and synagogues across the Jewish denominational spectrum, we can work together to become champions of inclusion and build a Jewish community where every child and family feels welcome. Learn about our teen volunteer program, explore our mental health and wellness initiative, and discover our community inclusion resources.
Teen and Community Engagement
Supporting families across our community and shaping the next generation of ambassadors for inclusion.

Teen Volunteer Program
An unforgettable volunteer experience in Gateways’ Jewish Education Programs for Boston-area teens in grades 10 – 12 .
Parenting with Purpose
Our community member-hosted workshop series about navigating the pitfalls and possibilities of parenting in the 21st century.
Annual Sweet Sounds Celebration
Join Gateways the Sunday before Thanksgiving for our highly-anticipated annual event, which brings together supporters and friends of Gateways from all over our community for a night of music and celebration of the value of inclusion.

Mental Health Initiative
At Gateways, we’re working to de-stigmatize youth mental health in the Jewish community and beyond through understanding and education. Join our community-wide mental health dialogue by exploring our growing library of resources, attending an educational webinar, or bringing your professional colleagues together for a workshop.

Mental Health Resources
Check out articles or browse and download resources related to mental health and wellness, prepared by mental health experts.
Mental Health Lecture Series
In response to increasing rates of mental health challenges facing girls and young women in the Jewish community, Gateways is convening a series of experts to speak directly to parents and educators on how to identify early warning signs of girls’ mental health issues and share strategies to support girls who are struggling.
Inclusion and Disability Awareness
Hear what our educational experts, lay leaders, and community partners are saying about the topics that matter to our community and join in on the conversation.

Greater Than the Sum of Its Parts: How Two Organizations Came Together on LGBTQ+ and Disability Inclusion
By Gateways and Keshet Staff This article was originally published on eJewish Philanthropy. It’s a challenging time to be doing change…
Honoring the “Mother” of the Disability Rights Movement
by Tamar Davis, CEO We are called… with love. This week’s Torah portion starts us on a journey through the…