The intersections of race, Judaism and existing in the world as a Jew of color.

Andre grew up in Los Angeles.  He was raised in a Lutheran/Baptist family but challenging experiences as a teenager led him on a quest for deeper spirituality and he was sparked to explore Judaism, ultimately deciding to convert at the age of 17. “It felt like I was going up the ladder,” he says. “Everything became more and more clear. One thing was the fact that Judaism is not just a religion based on faith, but a religion based on actions – particularly Tikkun Olam. Zoom in, Meeting ID # 996 0241 9975.