Our Mission

At the heart of everything The Movement for Progressive Judaism does are four core commitments:

Welcome to The Movement for Progressive Judaism

Progressive Judaism brings together timeless Jewish tradition with inclusive values, egalitarian practices and the diversity of 21st century life.

We have synagogues and communities all across the UK and Ireland, each rooted in local identity and strengthened by being part of something larger.

We welcome individuals, couples and families of all backgrounds and identities, meeting people where they are and supporting them in the Jewish journeys they choose.

Our mission is to strengthen communities, inspire the next generation, amplify Progressive voices and open doors to Jewish life. Everything we do flows from these.

We are delighted you are here.

Rabbi Josh Levy and Rabbi Charley Baginsky

Rabbi Josh Levy and Rabbi Charley Baginsky
Co-Leads, The Movement for Progressive Judaism

Latest News

Get your tickets for Darkeinu – celebrating 100 years of WUPJ

Get your tickets for Darkeinu – celebrating 100 years of WUPJ

In two weeks from now the world comes to London! Delegates from five continents are coming to celebrate the centenary of the World Union for Progressive Judaism, founded in London at the Liberal Jewish Synagogue on 12 July 1926. Everyone is welcome to join us at the...

Progressive Judaism Launch Board meets in Birmingham

Progressive Judaism Launch Board meets in Birmingham

The Launch Board of The Movement for Progressive Judaism held its first meeting outside London this month, gathering at Birmingham Progressive Synagogue. The visit reflected the Movement's commitment to being a national organisation rooted in communities across the...

Manchester Progressive communities welcome Israeli Embassy visit

Manchester Progressive communities welcome Israeli Embassy visit

Representatives of Manchester's Progressive Jewish communities met with senior figures from the Israeli Embassy during a special visit hosted by Menorah Synagogue. Daniela Grudsky, Chargé d’Affaires, and Efrat Perri, Director of Public Diplomacy, met with leaders from...

Thames Valley Police show support at Maidenhead meeting

Thames Valley Police show support at Maidenhead meeting

Senior officials from Thames Valley Police met with the members of Maidenhead Synagogue, as part of their outreach to the Jewish community. Members asked important questions and outlined some of the issues the Jewish community is facing in a frank and honest exchange....

Holocaust Memorial dedicated at JJBS Woodland Cemetery

Holocaust Memorial dedicated at JJBS Woodland Cemetery

The Jewish Joint Burial Society (JJBS) dedicated its first ever Holocaust Memorial, located at the Woodland Cemetery, Cheshunt, with a special service and ceremony. Led by Rabbi Dr Jackie Tabick – with readings from Leo Baeck College Principal Rabbi Professor Deborah...

Latest Thought

Torah Commentary

Rabbi Dr Andrew Goldstein: Parashat Korach 5786

Rabbi Dr Andrew Goldstein: Parashat Korach 5786

Come Rosh Hashanah who will be the Prime Minister of this country or Israel? How often does the main theme of the Torah portion seem to be a comment on the headline news of the week. A boon for the preacher if not for the congregant who came to shul to escape the...

Reflection and Response

Rabbi Charley Baginsky: We are responsible for one another

Rabbi Charley Baginsky: We are responsible for one another

Rabbi Charley Baginsky, Co-Lead of The Movement for Progressive Judaism, delivered BBC Radio 4’s Thought for the Day on Tuesday 9 June 2026. You can listen here or read it below: Reports of girls as young as eight worrying about wrinkles have sparked calls to ban...

Upcoming Events

Hineinu:
Our Inaugural Flagship Conference

Thursday 18/Friday 19 – Sunday 21 June 2026
Chanukah

Darkeinu: A Century of Progressive Jewish Partnership

Thursday 25 – Sunday 28 June 2026
Chanukah

Next Festival

Tisha B’Av

Begins on evening of Wednesday 22 July

Tisha B'Av

Support for The Movement for Progressive Judaism

The Movement for Progressive Judaism is a powerful voice of moral conscience, dialogue and partnership within our faith communities and the nation as a whole.”

Sir Kier Starmer
Prime Minister

The Movement for Progressive Judaism has shown how to honour treasured traditions, while creating something strong and vibrant for the generations ahead.”

Rt Hon Kemi Badenoch MP
Leader of His Majesty’s Official Opposition

“Progressive Judaism reaffirms values that resonate across our religious traditions: equality, inclusivity, and the commitment to nurturing future generations.”

Imam Dr Qari Asim, MBE
Co-Chair of the British Muslim Network

The work of the Movement for Progressive Judaism is a powerful testament to what faith can achieve when communities dream boldly and act courageously.

The Rt Revd Dr Guli Francis-Dehqani
Bishop of Chelmsford

“From North America, we are watching with admiration and inspiration. You have not only strengthened Progressive Judaism in Britain and Ireland but fortified it globally.”

Rabbi Rick Jacobs
President of the Union for Reform Judaism

“Here in Israel, we share in your sense of purpose. Our partnership has always been one of deep friendship and shared conviction and you have stood beside us determinedly.”

Anna Kislanski
CEO of the Israel Movement for Reform and Progressive Judaism

“MPJ is an exemplary model of unity – bringing together communities that share common values while honouring their diversity, and enriching our vibrant way of living Judaism.”

Rabbi Sergio Bergman
President of the World Union for Progressive Judaism

“The Progressive Movement and communities of the UK and Ireland have always played a vital role in nurturing the spiritual life of our wider European family.”

Rabbi Lea Mühlstein
Chair of the European Union for Progressive Judaism

“The Movement for Progressive Judaism may be a new organisation but it also has the foundation of a long tradition of Judaism which plays a vital role in our communal life.”

Phil Rosenberg
President of the Board of Deputies of British Jews

“The Movement’s four missions reflect not only the values of Progressive Judaism, but the principles that underpin a strong and vibrant Jewish community across the UK and Ireland.”

Keith Black
Chair of the Jewish Leadership Council

Clergy of The Movement for Progressive Judaism