Matthew Hom is a Bend the Arc leader in Southern California whose Jewish identity is rooted in social justice. After pursuing graduate studies in ancient Jewish history at New York University, he participated in the Jeremiah Fellowship’s 2017 Los Angeles cohort. Much of his work with Bend the Arc has focused on representing the progressive Jewish movement within Orange County’s vibrant and diverse immigration coalition via lobbying, rapid response activities, community events, and direct actions. Matthew also does Jewish immigration advocacy with Never Again Action, and he has worked as a professional organizer for statewide and congressional campaigns in California.