Through our openness and inclusive approach to Judaism, ARK Centre has redefined the 21st Century synagogue within the context of Modern Orthodoxy and with a greater focus on community needs, with our multi-purpose space, that provides a home for enrichment and engagement. The whole community is welcome to come together to participate in all we have on offer. Over seven Read more…

be, belong, become – b’ mitzvah. Our bespoke b’ mitzvah program guides individuals and families to create meaningful experiences that deepen their connection to our history and heritage while remaining true to their own practices and beliefs. We offer both religious and cultural celebrations that serve as the perfect culmination of a formative and transformative learning journey. We are also Read more…

According to Jewish law, before children reach a certain age, the parents are responsible for their child’s actions. Once Jewish children reach that age, they are said to “become” a bar or bat mitzvah, at which point they begin to be held accountable for their own actions. Girls come of age at 12, and boys come of age at 13, Read more…

During UJEB’s year-long Bat Mitzvah program, girls develop their own emerging identities as young Jewish women. They learn about and experience social action, Jewish history, religion, traditions and culture, as well as their connection to Israel. Through partnerships with Stand Up, the Jewish Museum and the National Council of Jewish Women Australia (NCJWA Vic), the girls explore the vibrant Jewish Read more…

Bialik College is a cross-communal Jewish Zionist school, embracing an inclusive approach to Judaism. All students attend one campus in Hawthorn, creating a close-knit community of students from as young as 3 months in the Creche, and 3 to 18 years in the Early Learning Centre and main school. Demographically, the majority of Bialik students hail from the suburbs of Read more…

A family friendly, Modern Orthodox shul with a vibrant kehilla, committed to strengthening their connection to Hashem. Community members make things happen, organise events, celebrate simchas and chagim together and care deeply about the shul and the people in it. Read more…

Gems innovative Bat Mitzvah Club caters to the needs of the contemporary Bat Mitzvah girl. Topics that are relevant to her life as a Jewish young woman are explored and discussed through a variety of mediums including art, drama, songs and innovative technology, in a fun, warm and social environment. Address: 484 Glen Eira Rd, Caulfield VIC 3162, Australia Social Read more…

Boys prepare for their Bar Mitzvah with an understanding of their new role, learning more about Yiddishkeit and themselves as they develop into manhood. These classes have developed a reputation for bonding the children as friends and supporters of one another during this challenging year. Besides the weekly class the boys have hands on experience each week in Shul. With Read more…

This program provides a great opportunity for girls to prepare for and to celebrate their Bat Mitzvah in an encouraging and positive environment. Throughout the course of the year they discuss many complex issues pertaining to Jewish womanhood. On one of the weekends, a Shabbaton is held, where the girls experience a Shabbath from beginning to end. A wonderful ceremony Read more…

Chabad on Carlisle is one-stop centre for all things Jewish, with a Russian flavour – Shul services – Youth and teen events and camps – Young professional networking and social events – Volunteering opportunities to help the elderly and vulnerable – Events and aid for seniors – Epic Yom Tov dinners and programs – Adult Education – Study Buddy tutoring Read more…

Chabad Sparks is a new Chabad Youth group designed specifically to target the wider Melbourne community. The movement is called “Sparks” because its core aim is to reveal the G‑dly Spark within every Jewish youth. Chabad Sparks is a division of Chabad Youth and an initiative of the Yeshivah Centre. Our Goals: Goal One: A Youth Movement A movement designed Read more…

Elwood Shule is a vibrant and growing community which has earned a reputation for its warm, friendly and inclusive approach to Judaism. More than just a Synagogue, our Shule provides a wide range of services, events and programs catering for all interests and age groups in our community. A congregation in which any and every Jewish person feels comfortable, feels Read more…

Gems innovative Bat Mitzvah Club caters to the needs of the contemporary Bat Mitzvah girl. Topics that are relevant to her life as a Jewish young woman are explored and discussed through a variety of mediums including art, drama, songs and innovative technology, in a fun, warm and social environment.     Read more…

Mitzvah Day is on the third Sunday of November. This year it is on Sunday 21 November 2021. Mitzvah Day is an annual fun day where people of all ages and abilities join together to spend one day volunteering in a variety of Projects (activities). The activities are intended to give others a little joy and sense of community belonging Read more…

The National Council of Jewish Women of Australia, Victoria [NCJWA Vic] was established by Dr Fanny Reading MBE in 1927. At a time when women were virtually unrepresented in any Australian Parliament, Dr Reading gave Jewish women a voice and provided an outstanding model of leadership. She spoke about responsibility, and her ‘parliament of volunteers’ which set the agenda for Read more…

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South Caulfield Hebrew Congregation is a vibrant, friendly congregation in the southern suburbs of Melbourne. We offer daily services, warm welcomes and a traditional Orthodox Zionist Nusach. Formed in the 1950’s, we began holding services in Winston Ave, Caulfield South. In 1962, the congregation moved to its current position in Leopold St, Caulfield South. We have traditionally had a strong Read more…

A warm and inclusive community blending tradition and modernity, specialising in life cycle events including Bat and Bar Mitzvahs and weddings. We offer a broad range of social and educational experiences aiming to connect participants to Judaism and to the community. Our Rabbinic team are always available to assist with all Jewish needs. We also host a popular learning program Read more…

Step Up is an innovative, educational Bnei Mitzvah experience that inspires Jewish youth to become leaders in the Jewish and wider community. Combining education- and action-based learning experiences, participants explore pressing social justice issues such as wealth inequality, the refugee crisis and climate change. With an emphasis on action and change, participants are provided with an opportunity to deepen their Read more…

The unique b’nei mitzvah program focused on growing gratitude and empathy in a year that is often all about parties and presents. Since 2015 we’ve been broadening young people’s awareness of social issues – up close. Our diverse volunteering experiences involve the family. It’s not about “dropping off to do good”. Our parents, grandparents, aunts or uncles join the young Read more…

The Women’s International Zionist Organisation is a non-party, apolitical movement dedicated to the advancement of the status of women, children and the welfare for all sectors of Israeli society and encouragement of Jewish education in Israel and the Diaspora. WIZO is recognised by the United Nations as a Non-Government Organisation, with consultative status on ECOSOC and UNICEF. WIZO enriches the Read more…

The Women’s International Zionist Organisation is a non-party, apolitical movement dedicated to the advancement of the status of women, children and the welfare for all sectors of Israeli society and encouragement of Jewish education in Israel and the Diaspora. WIZO is recognised by the United Nations as a Non-Government Organisation, with consultative status on ECOSOC and UNICEF. WIZO enriches the Read more…