Recently, an Orthodox relative relayed how the women in her community had successfully advocated for and implemented a change in their section of their synagogue. They secured permission to do so, and took it upon themselves to contribute the effort and funds to make it happen. They were happy and proud about this big “win”.

However, it turned out that this change became necessary only after a committee of synagogue men had made a mistake which they refused to correct. I pointed out that I didn’t see how this could be a “win” when the women had to invest their time and money to correct an error made by others. The synagogue had managed to overlook their needs, but that........

© The Times of Israel (Blogs)