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Our mission is to create connections within the community to empower each person’s journey. While you are on your individual journey we are opening your eyes to others, intertwining those who might be crossing your path along their own journey.  These synergies inspire, enrich and strengthen our Jewish community.

Through our Everybody Has A Story video series we highlight different issues and life choices.

Our aim is to open people’s minds and inspire our community. 

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Joshua Batten

Joshua Batten – Neurodiverse Roots Rock Singer-Songwriter

In this insightful interview, Michelle Dubrown sits down with professional musician Joshua Batten to discuss his journey in music and his experiences as a neurodiverse individual. A former student of Bialik College, Joshua shares how music has been b... read more

Adina Bankier-Karp Interview

A Year of Reflection: Adina Bankier-Karp on Israel, October 7th, and Global Jewish Challenges

In this powerful and timely interview, Greg Lowe sat down with Adina Bankier-Karp to reflect on the significance of October 7th, marking a full year since the devastating Hamas invasion of Israel. Adina, who moved to Israel a few years ago, provides ... read more

Lillian Kline

Empowering Communities: A Conversation with Lillian Kline

In this in-depth interview, Greg Lowe sits down with Lillian Kline, a dynamic community activist and philanthropist, to discuss her journey from corporate law to leading impactful philanthropic initiatives. Lillian shares her experiences as a speechw... read more

Leon Landau

Empowering Communities for Better Emergency Outcomes: An Interview with Leon Landau

In an interview with Michelle Dubrowin, Leon Landau, CEO of Community First Responders Australia (CFRA), shared his journey and insights into emergency response. Landau has a rich background in both corporate IT and emergency services, having spent 2... read more

Julia Caplan

Julia Caplan’s Unbreakable Spirit: Her Story of Resilience

Discover how a young swimmer's life took an unexpected turn. Julia Caplan, a promising athlete, faced a major setback when her coach noticed a troubling curvature in her back. At just 15, she underwent life-changing scoliosis surgery. Join us as Jul... read more

Charlotte Korchak

Bridging Perspectives: Charlotte Korchak on Educating Global Audiences about Israel, Activism, and Combating Antisemitism

Charlotte Korchak is the International Senior Educator at StandWithUs, where she educates and trains students from around the world in Israeli history, activism, and combatting antisemitism. Charlotte grew up in both the United States and Israel, spe... read more

Ellie Grugiel

From Law Graduate to Beauty Innovator: A Journey of Embracing Change with Ellie Gurgiel

Join Greg Lowe as he interviews Ellie Gurgiel, the Category Innovation Lead for Skin at Mecca, in a candid and inspiring conversation about her unique career journey. From a law and commerce graduate who chose to bypass traditional career pat... read more

Zoe Finger Interview

From the Philippines to Melbourne: Zoe Finger’s Unique Path to Healing

Michelle Dubrowin sat down with Zoe Finger, a dedicated Chinese Medicine Practitioner whose journey into the world of holistic health is as intriguing as her practice. Zoe's path to Chinese medicine wasn't a straight one—she initially embarked on a B... read more

Cost of Living Toolkit

Discover money-saving strategies without sacrificing your lifestyle. Our toolkit covers key areas like Medical, Utilities, and Interest-Free Loans in part one of our series. We will be adding more categories in coming weeks.

Latest Blueprint Stories

Recent Blueprint Stories | Blog Posts. Keep checking back for new posts.

UNWRA Petition

Demand Accountability: Oppose UNRWA’s Nobel Peace Prize Nomination!

We express our strong condemnation of the nomination of UNRWA for the Nobel Peace Prize. Our concerns are rooted in UNRWA’s cooperation with terror groups in the Gaza Strip and Lebanon.UNRWA workers participated in the events surrounding th... read more

Key Media Contacts Australia

Key Australian Media Contacts

Ready to make your voice heard? Check out our comprehensive list of contact numbers for Australian media! Whether you want to share your thoughts, advocate for a cause, or engage in meaningful conversations, we've got you covered.We would lik... read more

Government

Key Government Contact List

Ready to make your voice heard? Check out our comprehensive list of contact numbers for government officials!Whether you want toshare your thoughts, advocate for a cause, engage in meaningful conversations,we've got you covered... read more

Israel Positivity Influencers

Israel Positivity Influencer List

We are excited to bring you a list of Israel positivity influencers. We would like to thank all those who contributed to our list and hope that you find some new and exciting people to follow and garner positivity. Click below to open the list. read more

Leon Landau

Empowering Communities for Better Emergency Outcomes: An Interview with Leon Landau

In an interview with Michelle Dubrowin, Leon Landau, CEO of Community First Responders Australia (CFRA), shared his journey and insights into emergency response. Landau has a rich background in both corporate IT and emergency services, having spent 2... read more

Alex Kats

Now is the Time to Step Up

By Alex KatsSeptember 2024It is coming up to October 7, a date that has been seared into the memory of all Jews for all the wrong reasons. It should have been a day of celebration because it was Simchat Torah, but turned into a day of tragedy... read more

Apple and red lentil soup

Apple and Red Lentil Soup

Preparation Time: 20 minutes Cooking Time: 35 minutes Serves: 6 peopleIngredients1 tablespoons vegetable oil Pinch cayenne pepper 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 2 teaspoons ground turmeric 2 large onions – peeled finely chopped 2 ... read more

Stuffed Tomatoes with Garlicky Orzo

Stuffed Tomatoes with Garlicky Orzo

Orzo is a short pasta, shaped like a large grain of rice, and also known as risoni.This classic stuffed tomato recipe works best with beef tomatoes on the vine and is an ideal recipe for Succot.Preparation Time: 20 minutes Cooking Time:1 hou... read more

Israel Resources

Adina Bankier-Karp Interview

A Year of Reflection: Adina Bankier-Karp on Israel, October 7th, and Global Jewish Challenges

In this powerful and timely interview, Greg Lowe sat down with Adina Bankier-Karp to reflect on the significance of October 7th, marking a full year since the devastating Hamas invasion of Israel. Adina, who moved to Israel a few years ago, provides ... read more

UNWRA Petition

Demand Accountability: Oppose UNRWA’s Nobel Peace Prize Nomination!

We express our strong condemnation of the nomination of UNRWA for the Nobel Peace Prize. Our concerns are rooted in UNRWA’s cooperation with terror groups in the Gaza Strip and Lebanon.UNRWA workers participated in the events surrounding th... read more

Key Media Contacts Australia

Key Australian Media Contacts

Ready to make your voice heard? Check out our comprehensive list of contact numbers for Australian media! Whether you want to share your thoughts, advocate for a cause, or engage in meaningful conversations, we've got you covered.We would lik... read more

Government

Key Government Contact List

Ready to make your voice heard? Check out our comprehensive list of contact numbers for government officials!Whether you want toshare your thoughts, advocate for a cause, engage in meaningful conversations,we've got you covered... read more

Israel Positivity Influencers

Israel Positivity Influencer List

We are excited to bring you a list of Israel positivity influencers. We would like to thank all those who contributed to our list and hope that you find some new and exciting people to follow and garner positivity. Click below to open the list. read more

Hostages Remaiining

List of 101 Hostages with their Hebrew Names

Credit: @jonnydanielsCreation date 1st October 2024read more

AJC Letter to World Leaders

Demand Urgent Action From World Leaders: #BringThemHomeNow

Letter from JCA to World Leaders to Sign: https://actnow.ajc.org/lvut1YSAt this moment, over 100 hostages are held by Hamas in Gaza.The hostages include citizens from Argentina, Austria, Bulgaria, ... read more

Alex Kats

Now is the Time to Step Up

By Alex KatsSeptember 2024It is coming up to October 7, a date that has been seared into the memory of all Jews for all the wrong reasons. It should have been a day of celebration because it was Simchat Torah, but turned into a day of tragedy... read more

Love Notes to Israel

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