Clean Speech News Today

Clean Speech is a Jewish educational movement aiming to unite communities to build a more positive, respectful and peaceful world. This year’s Cleveland campaign starts March 1, and encompasses an

Since Hamas first attack on Israel on Oct. 7, the news has been flooded with reports of tragedy.

After witnessing one of the most horrifying examples of disregard for human life in decades, let's join together to restore a clear sense of the value of human life.

As the Jewish community here continues to grapple with the terrorist invasion of Israel and the brutal murder of over 1400 Israelis, many are turning to actions that they can do to help make a difference. Starting November 1st, over two dozen Jewish organizations in Cincinnati will join together for a month-long “Clean Speech” Challenge to honor the lives lost and help heal through community unity. The initiative, led by Rabbi Seth Cook, head of the Jewish Experience Cincinnati, encourages m...

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“The goal is to teach people to choose words wisely,” said Rabbi Raphael Leban, founder of the Clean Speech movement. “When you become more sensitive to the way you’re communicating, it has a direct positive effect on all your relationships, and can be life-changing.”

Words of loving-kindness (Ahavas Chesed) is the focus for this November’s Clean Speech Colorado. Join Yehudis Fishman to share many examples from Torah, Talmud, Mystics, and contemporary sources about how the power of words can lift our spirits even from the darkest places.

At a time when discourse seems to have less and less middle ground, it might prove a soothing balm to step back from all the noise.

At a time when discourse seems to have less and less middle ground, it might prove a soothing balm to step back from all the noise.

While hate speech spreads online and in person like never before, Jewish organizations, schools and synagogues are working together to bring the ‘Clean Speech’ challenge to New York City. (Courtesy of Aish) Hate speech online has been increasing so rapidly worldwide that the United Nations commissioned a special study on the subject last year.