Pronouns: She/Her
rachelv@kehillasynagogue.org
Passionate about working in a justice-oriented synagogue, Rachel is excited to contribute to Kehilla’s mission of fostering social justice and community empowerment. Rachel brings diverse knowledge to her role as the Community Engagement and Events Manager at Kehilla. Her 20+ years of experience spans community engagement, event planning, conservation, policy, environmental consulting (she is a cartographer!), project management, and food systems work.
A collaborative problem-solver and innovative thinker, Rachel is dedicated to enhancing community resilience and well-being. She is the founder and Program Director of Edible Outdoors, an organization focused on community building, outdoor education, and resilient food practices.
In addition to her professional endeavors, Rachel is deeply involved in community activism and organizational leadership. She has served on various committees and boards, including Jews on Ohlone Land, where she acts as a Community Team Leader.
Feel free to reach out to Rachel at rachelv@kehillasynagogue.org for any inquiries or opportunities to collaborate!