Shalom Circles
Building Collective Strength Through Local Leadership
Every Vermont community is unique and no one knows your town or school district better than you do.
Shalom Circles are small, intentional gatherings of Jewish Vermonters and allies who come together to speak honestly about antisemitism, support one another, and take action when something needs to be addressed locally.
Shalom Alliance is here to help set up and support each Circle, but we follow the lead of the group when it comes to purpose, scope, and how the conversations take shape.
Our support can include:
Host toolkits and sample agendas
Organizing materials and resources
Issue explainers and talking points
Speakers or facilitators
Behind-the-scenes help for public responses
Whether your group prefers light structure or more hands-on guidance, we’re here to support your vision.
Form - The format is flexible.
A host invites a small group of trusted people and together they decide how and when to meet in an ongoing fashion and what issues they hope to address. This work begins in quiet, trusted spaces where people speak clearly about what they’re experiencing and decide how to act together. Shalom Circles create that space.
Get involved
You can join a Circle already meeting or host one in your community. Shalom Alliance provides a full host toolkit, one-on-one guidance, and follow-up support when needed.