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
Co-Leads, The Movement for Progressive Judaism
Latest News
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
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
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
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
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
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, 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...
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