To offer those who identify as women the opportunity for establishing friendship, personal growth, and a sense of community within the congregation":

  • To offer members the opportunity to develop leadership skills

  • To advocate for issues of social justice

  • To offer support for Kol Ami Synagogue youth as a means to assure the future of Judaism

  • To enhance and support Kol Ami Synagogue through programming and financial support.

Our Mission

Women of Kol Ami inspires spiritual growth by enriching contemporary Jewish life with rituals, traditions, culture, and lifelong learning.

Our Vision

We host a variety of educational and spiritual programming, social events, fundraising, and community service.

  • Develop new friendships and continue relationships with lifelong friends

  • Give back to Kol Ami

  • Be a part of something bigger through WRJ (Women of Reform Judaism)

  • For spiritual growth

  • Enjoy fun and meaningful programs

  • Feel a sense of belonging

Join Us!

Membership dues cover July 1st, 2025 to June 30th, 2026.

Women of Reform Judaism

We are proud members of WRJ, connecting us to thousands of like-minded women who advocate for women’s rights, social justice, education, and children. Our members participate in conferences and leadership development programs within our Pacific Southwest District and throughout the nation. WRJ supports the YES Fund-Youth, Education, and Special Projects.

  • “Thank you all for a most wonderful Seder last night. It was truly a beautiful feeling of community, beauty, and strength!” - Debra Jacobs

  • “I just wanted to thank both of you for chairing last Saturday evening. It was a lovely program and I got to meet a few new people. Thank you and your committee for the work you put into planning Saturday evening.” - Nancy Robertson (speaking about the WKA Membership Dinner, August 2022)

Meet the WKA Board & Committee Chairs

  • Marcia Abelson

    President

  • Adrian Flynn

    Immediate Past President

  • Sue Ann Waddell

    Treasurer

  • Julie Ben-Yeoshua

    Recording Secretary

  • Bonnie Jacobson

    Judaica Shop Manager

  • Laurie Kassman

    Programs

  • Carol Sack

    Programs

  • Denise Frenz

    Membership

  • Lee Surwit

    Membership

  • Beverly Sandock

    Marketing

  • Louise Greenfield

    Communications

  • Sheila Peress

    Fundraising

  • Norma Cohen

    Liason to WRJ