Opportunities With Tani
Anti-Racism Education
Anti-Racism Education
Anti-Racism Education
Through self examination, grounding in historical context, and commitment-centered dialogue, my trainings allow for anti-racism work to take place on the internal, interpersonal, and institutional levels, while being grounded in Jewish text and values.
Speaking engagments
Anti-Racism Education
Anti-Racism Education
Nationally ranked public speaker.
Creative Writer who weaves storytelling into speaking opportunities.
"Full of love and laughter, wisdom and wit."
The Union for Reform Judaism
consulting
Anti-Racism Education
consulting
Consulting in the areas of personal and organizational racial equity,
diveristy and inclusion.
Select Publications
CreatiNG SPACES of BELONGING
Opening Minds, Hearts & Doors
Tani reflects on the role Macalester played in the shaping of her career.
Opening Minds, Hearts & Doors
Opening Minds, Hearts & Doors
Tani Prell takes regional helm of 18Doors.
what loving day means to me
What Loving Day means to Tani as a mixed race, black and Jewish pesron.
the forward
"What the New Pew Study Tells Us About Jews Under 30"
In collaboration with other Jewish professionals, Tani shares her take on interfaith trends in American Jewish life.
The Case for Purposeful Inclusion
The Case for Purposeful Inclusion
In this episode: Tani Prell Epstein enchants us with her anecdotes and savvy perspectives on how to fully embrace and embody an inclusive Jewish world.
This American Jewish Life
The Case for Purposeful Inclusion
Graduate School Class: This American Jewish Life Final Project
Spertus Institute for Jewish Learning
This video was made with the video animation tool, Moovly.
Oy! Chicago's 36 Under 36
Every year the Jewish Federation of Chicago honors 36 outstanding Jewish young adults who make a difference in their professional work, volunteering and involvement in the community.
My Big, Fat, Multiethnic Jewish Wedding
"Our wedding captured my journey as a black, Italian, German, Jewish woman in so many important ways."
6 Tips on Choosing Your Jewish Name
Honoring Black History Month and Creating a Better Future
"Tani chose the Hebrew name Tikvah Shalom, words that means “hope” and “peace,” respectively."
Honoring Black History Month and Creating a Better Future
Honoring Black History Month and Creating a Better Future
“As a writer, I’m constantly inspired by our creative leaders during the Harlem Renaissance. We have a group of people who took the trauma of past and present and collectively created voice and representation. They reclaimed the arts and made a movement. Through words and art they showed the fierce power, intellect, and potential of the Black community.”
Women's empowerment award recipient
Nominated and awarded this annual movement-wide honor through the Women of Reform Judaism that recognizes individuals who strengthen the voices of others, empower women, and promote progressive Jewish values
What I've Learned by Working With Youth
" The Jewish community is filled with emerging leaders who will undoubtedly make the world a better place. "
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