Your Muslim and Jewish Employees Are Struggling

I’m struggling.

World events are challenging, the impact on my family is challenging, and on top of that, yesterday something happened that made me feel excluded simply because I’m Jewish.

If you’ve been reading my blog you know that I typically have something to say, but this is one of those times when it feels difficult to find the words.

To my Jewish, Muslim, Arab and other siblings who are also struggling, I see you.

To employers, teachers, managers, and leaders, how are you supporting directly and indirectly impacted communities?

As Sal Naseem asked in a recent social media post:

“Your Muslim and Jewish employees are quieter this week.
Your Muslim and Jewish employees are sad this week.
Your Muslim and Jewish employees are distant this week.
Your Muslim and Jewish employees are restless this week.
Your Muslim and Jewish employees are exhausted this week.
Your Muslim and Jewish employees are struggling this week....

...but have you noticed?”

If you haven’t checked in with your employees who are Jewish, Israeli, Muslim, Arab, or Palestinian, I can’t emphasize enough how important this compassionate gesture is right now.

Care for your team members isn’t about taking a side, it’s about recognizing our shared humanity.

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