Ashley L. Jackson, the daughter of the late Rev. Jesse Jackson, has revealed that she converted to Judaism following a years-long spiritual journey that received the support of both of her parents.

Jackson, a writer, producer and founder of the nonprofit Push The Next Generation, said she formally completed her conversion on June 12. She disclosed the decision publicly Friday in an opinion article for The Washington Post.

She said her interest in Judaism developed gradually after years of considering the relationship between religion, justice and public service.