🎉 Congratulations to Monica Gebell, a leader who uplifts us all! 🎉 The Brighton Rotary Club is proud to announce Monica Gebell as our 2025 Citizen of the Year! 🌟 Monica’s extraordinary commitment to justice, community, and connection—across racial, religious, and cultural lines—has left a lasting mark on Brighton and beyond. From her leadership at the Levine Center to End Hate and the Jewish Federation of Greater Rochester, to her years as an inspiring educator and co-founder of anti-racism and dialogue initiatives, Monica exemplifies the Rotary motto: Service Above Self. (fb)

As we close out Jewish American Heritage Month we are honored that the Town of Brighton recognized the Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) with a proclamation celebrating our work in tzedek (justice), tikkun olam (repairing the world), and advocacy for human dignity, social justice, and Israel. Thank you for this meaningful recognition! Levine Center to End Hate Town of Brighton, New York-Government (fb)