Rabbi Rick Jacobs (born 1955) is a prominent American rabbi and leader in the Reform Jewish movement. He has served as the president of the Union for Reform Judaism (URJ) since 2012, overseeing one of the largest Jewish denominations in North America, which includes over 850 congregations and 1.5 million members. Jacobs is known as a leading voice in progressive Jewish advocacy, focusing on social justice issues including LGBTQ+ rights, racial equity, gun control, and environmental protection, often bridging Jewish values with contemporary activism. Prior to his role at the URJ, he founded and led the American Jewish World Service (AJWS) from 2000 to 2011, focusing on global Jewish involvement in international development and human rights. He previously served as rabbi of Westchester Reform Temple in Scarsdale, New York, from 1991 to 2000, where he developed programs for spiritual growth and social action. An advocate for religious pluralism and interfaith dialogue, Jacobs has been involved in initiatives to strengthen ties between Reform Judaism and Israel, though his progressive stances have drawn criticism from more conservative Jewish groups. He has been adversarial toward orthodox outlets like Aish.com, publicly critiquing their approaches to Jewish outreach and conversion. Jacobs continues to influence Jewish thought through writings, speeches, and organizational reforms aimed at adapting Reform Judaism to modern challenges.