Temple Emanu-El named ‘Partner Organization of Year’

On July 14 at an evening reception in Providence, the Rhode Island Coalition Against Gun Violence (RICAGV) presented Temple Emanu-El, Providence, with a framed certificate of appreciation as Partner Organization of the Year for its work to promote gun safety and reduce gun violence. RICAGV has 95 partner agencies, including the Board of Rabbis of Greater Rhode Island, several synagogues, the Community Relations Council of the Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island and other faith groups. Also receiving awards were members of the legislature who introduced gun safety and domestic violence legislation, the Providence police chief and public safety commissioner, and other volunteers. Local legislators who were honored included Sen. Josh Miller of Cranston, Sen. Gayle Goldin and Rep. Aaron Regunberg of Providence.