Transparency and Inclusivity
Transparency & Inclusivity Committee
Havurah members, for the names and contact info of cluster leads, committee chairs, and some other Havurahniks in leadership roles, visit Havurah's Leadership Directory (log in to your Havurah Shalom member account for access).
The Transparency & Inclusivity Committee is chaired by Elianne Lieberman. (Havurah member login required to access our Member Directory.)
Members of the Transparency & Inclusivity members include Gloria Halper and Janice Kettler.
The committee's purpose is to address and monitor policies and procedures to ensure transparency of governance decisions and allow for greater communication between members and governance, and among members, so that every congregant feels like a valued member.
Increased transparency will lead to greater engagement of members and promote inclusivity. Transparency is a reciprocal and ongoing process. It is a congregational value that members have greater understanding of the decision making process within the congregation and that Havurah leadership continue to create avenues to learn about the needs and concerns of Havurah members.
Click here for guidelines for increasing transparency in congregational decision making.
Have a Question About Havurah?
The Transparency & Inclusivity Committee welcomes your questions! We will find the answer and publish the question (but not the questioner) and answer in an upcoming Hakol. It is our intention at Havurah that what you know and understand about our congregation should not be a function of who you know. If you find yourself wondering about something related to Havurah, or if someone shares their question with you, we hope you contact us.
Send your questions to transparency@havurahshalom.org.
Curious to Learn More About Havurah?
The Transparency & Inclusivity Committee has a Q&A archive you can access here.
Sun, February 15 2026
28 Shevat 5786
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Upcoming Events
IP = In person only (normally at Havurah Shalom);
ZM = On Zoom/online only;
HYB = In person and online; and
ANN = In person at Havurah's Annex.
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Wednesday ,
FebFebruary 11 , 2026Modern Mishkan Installation
Wednesday, Feb 11th (All day)
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Sunday ,
FebFebruary 15 , 2026(HYB) Rosh Ḥodesh Tov! Gender-Inclusive New Moon Ritual
Sunday, Feb 15th 7:00p to 8:15p
A gender-inclusive New Moon group, learning and celebrating each Rosh Ḥodesh with ancient and contemporary ritual. Open to any and all genders, inviting each to connect with our closest heavenly body, the Moon. An introductory meeting will happen on the full moon of Elul on Wednesday, Aug. 30 outdoors—weather permitting—in North Portland. Subsequent meetings will be on or near the new moon of each month either in person in North Portland or on Zoom, depending on seasonal shifts in the weather. Attend any or all sessions. RSVP to be updated on location and other details throughout the year. -
Monday ,
FebFebruary 16 , 2026Havurahnik Mahjong Group
Monday, Feb 16th 1:00p to 4:00p
Just for Havurah members, our Mahjong Group is a fun, social activity that builds community, encouraging new friendships and cementing old ones. And while some of us may play elsewhere as well, we all agreed that restoring its place as an ongoing congregational activity will be a good fit for Havurah and those of us who play or want to learn the game. -
Monday ,
FebFebruary 16 , 2026(ZM) HCAT's Slow-Reading of "The Problem with Plastic": Intro, Ch. 1, & Ch. 2
Monday, Feb 16th 5:00p to 6:30p
Havurah's Climate Action Team invites everyone (Havurah members or not) to join our next slow-read book group. Reading just several chapters at a time allows us to have deep discussions. Our next book group starts Monday, February 16, at 5 pm on Zoom. We’ll be discussing The Problem with Plastic by Judith Enck and Adam Mahoney. It’s an easy read, with a large section of references and foot notes. The book outlines the history of plastics, the effect of plastics on us and the environment, and ways to solve the problem. We'll read the intro, Chapter 1, and Chapter 2 for this first meeting. RSVP. At this meeting we’ll decide on the schedule for future meetings. -
Monday ,
FebFebruary 16 , 2026(IP) Modern Mishkan Artist Talk and Drum Circle
Monday, Feb 16th 5:45p to 8:00p
The Modern Mishkan art installation is at Havurah! Meet artist Diane Fredgant and learn about the making of the Mishkan at 5:45. Afterward, drum to your heart's delight with darbouka enthusiast Patty Magid-Volk in a Drum Circle at 6:30 pm. Please bring your own drum or percussion instrument. Homemade rhythm apparatuses are great! There will also be a few rhythm instruments available to borrow. Come as you are, no drum experience necessary! -
Tuesday ,
FebFebruary 17 , 2026(IP) Mishkan Hakol
Tuesday, Feb 17th 7:00p to 8:00p
Mishkan HaKol, the Sanctuary of the Voice, is a contemplative gathering of interspersed chanting and mindfulness meditation. Held alongside "Modern Mishkan," an art installation by Diane Fredgant, we build our own Mishkan out of sound and breath. In this time of uncertainty and drain, Havurah offers a restorative space, welcoming Shekhinah, the indwelling Divine Presence, to rest among us. Led by Rabbi Benjamin and Rabbinic Intern Noah Dor Lind. Everyone is welcome, no experience or musical ability required. -
Wednesday ,
FebFebruary 18 , 2026(IP) B'nei Mitzvah Run-through
Wednesday, Feb 18th 4:00p to 6:00p
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Wednesday ,
FebFebruary 18 , 2026(IP) Middle School
Wednesday, Feb 18th 6:30p to 8:30p
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Wednesday ,
FebFebruary 18 , 2026(IP) High School
Wednesday, Feb 18th 6:30p to 8:30p
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Wednesday ,
FebFebruary 18 , 2026(IP) Exploring Jewish Practices for Your Spiritual Journey
Wednesday, Feb 18th 7:00p to 8:30p
Deborah Eisenbach-Budner and Adela Basayne, both recently certified in Spiritual Direction, will facilitate a supportive, experiential community of learners who are interested in developing or deepening their Jewish/spiritual practice.
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