Southeastern Michigan,Jewish Declaration
(DRAFTED JULY, 2010)
FOUNDING DRAFTERS/
ENDORSERS OF THE
SOUTHEASTERN
MICHIGAN JEWISH
DECLARATION:
Karen Alpiner
Daniel Cherrin
Renee Erlich
Ben Falik
Randall Fogelman
Jordan Glass
Gayle Gold
Jon Goldstein
Robin Goldstein
Lavie Golenberg
Dr. Robert Goodman
Adam Kaplan
Amv Schlussel
Jeff &Mussel
VISION:
We aspire to re-invigorate the business, economic and job-creating climate in
Detroit and Southeastern Michigan, especially for those in their 20s, 30s and 40s,
so that they will want to stay, return or relocate here to live and raise their families.
Achieving this will enhance the overall quality of life and Jewish life in our region
and secure our future as a vibrant and dynamic Jewish community.
MISSION:
To sustain and grow the Jewish community of Detroit and Southeastern Michigan
by creating jobs, business opportunities, new industries and creative outlets for those
who call this region home and to encourage others to relocate here.
THE FUTURE:
I want to live in a region ...
Where I can help shape a strong, diverse Jewish community ...
Where I can engage in tikkun olam (repairing the world) as a leader or volunteer
with the general and Jewish communities ...
Where I know my neighbors ...
Where I'm close to family ...
Where I can make new friendships and strengthen existing friendships ...
Where I can help create and nurture a climate of entrepreneurship, business
development and job creation ...
Where I can count on the business community to support my entrepreneurial
ventures ...
Where I can secure meaningful employment ...
Where I can help others secure meaningful employment ...
Where there are world-class educational, cultural and recreational opportunities
Where I can live a meaningful Jewish life ...
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DECLARATION:
In support of our vision and mission, and to create a vibrant future, we pledge to:
• Become involved and active as leaders and volunteers
• Support efforts of others to create job and business opportunities
• Take personal action to create jobs and business opportunities
• Collaborate with others
• Join efforts underway that are consistent with our declaration to give them a
stronger voice
• Encourage efficiency
• Hold each other and our community leaders accountable
• Keep each other focused
• Use our relationships to help others develop new relationships
• Serve as goodwill ambassadors for the quality of life, and Jewish life, in Detroit
and Southeastern Michigan
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