Aleph Melbourne is a social, support and advocacy group for same-sex attracted, trans and gender diverse, and intersex people (and allies) who have a Jewish heritage, living in Melbourne, Australia. View our brief 20th Anniversary documentary to find out about our history: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hkFH0gD_m2w) Social Link: https://facebook.com/alephmelb Read more…

Aliya is an organization that provides relief and comfort to alleviate the many challenges of the Youth in our community who find themselves in necessitous circumstances. As part of our services, we provide emergency accommodation, food, clothing, employment opportunities, mental health services, and substance abuse education, engaging the services of professionals & skilled persons where necessary to further the aims Read more…

Chabad Campus seeks to ensure that students graduate as stronger and more empowered Jews than when they first began Uni. We currently provide chaplaincy services at the following universities: Monash Clayton & Caulfield, Deakin, Melbourne, RMIT, Swinburne and La Trobe. We offer on campus lunches and meetings, off campus Shabbat dinners, Jewish holiday events, Jewish education, Sinai Scholars course and 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…

Council’s Maternal and Child Health Service provides free help to Glen Eira families with children from birth to school age. The service is staffed by registered nurses with general, midwifery and postgraduate qualifications. 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…

Giving Tree runs program for young children, with and without disabilities. The goal of Giving Tree is to promote inclusion from a young age and to allow for a more supportive and inclusive community. We provide children with disabilities a safe space where they are able to learn the necessary skills needed to interact within our community. Children without disabilities Read more…

We are much more than your regular psychology clinic. We strive to create a calming therapeutic environment, that begins as soon as you walk in the door and extends beyond the counselling room. We provide evidence-based sensory stimulus such as lush greenery, soft furnishings, calm music and warm herbal tea to aid calm but also to promote self compassion. A Read more…

impact is a volunteer charity determined to make a grassroots and practical difference to women and children escaping extreme violence at home. While we’re a charity, we don’t give charity: rather, we give gifts and services with dignity, and dignity with gifts and services. We offer a range of volunteer opportunities including corporate days and bnei mitzvah workshops as well Read more…

Jewish Bereaved parents Support Group is a non profit support group for Jewish parents who have suffered the death of a child, regardless of the age or circumstances. We have had regular gatherings in Melbourne since 2010 and have started up in Sydney too. We also provide bereaved parents with a book “‘After the death of your child – a Read more…

Jewish Care provides a range of supports for parents in order to enhance confidence and capacity in their ability to be great parents. Our social work team works with parents and families who may be experiencing complex parenting issues or have specific needs in relation to the care of their children. Jewish Care runs community parenting forums through our Healthy Read more…

North Eastern Jewish Centre UJEB recommencing next week Have fun, learn Hebrew and Jewish studies, celebrate Chagim and make new friends. After school classes. 4.00pm – 5.30pm Refreshments supplied. Experienced teachers. Ages 6-12. Contact Angela for more information Email: office@nejc.com.au Phone: 9857 9000 Read more…

We’re changing the conversation around what a Jewish woman “does” and “is”, and we’re normalising the notion that Jewish women are driven, ambitious and career-focussed individuals. The Jewish Professional Women’s Network is a forum for career-focussed Jewish women in which they can: – share ideas and information – build their professional networks – develop their professional capability and skills – Read more…

Kids Helpline is Australia’s only free (even from a mobile), confidential 24/7 online and phone counselling service for young people aged 5 to 25. Qualified counsellors at Kids Helpline are available via WebChat, phone or email anytime and for any reason. Since 1991, Australia’s kids and young people have been turning to our professional, specialised counsellors, no matter who they Read more…

Kidsafe was established to focus the attention of policymakers and the community at large on the need for improved child safety measures. Kidsafe operates in cooperation with a variety of stakeholders including government, industry, schools, hospitals, the media, community groups, voluntary organisations and individuals. Kidsafe Australia was established in 1979. We are an independent, charitable organisation dedicated to the prevention Read more…

Kadimah Jewish Cultural Centre and Romi Kupfer present Knakedik workshops. Romi Kupfer’s Knakedik theatre-making workshops for children are unlike any drama classes you’ve come across. Weaving in a Yiddish flavour with words and expressions, Knakedik theatre-making is all about creation: from script writing and character development; to designing costumes, props, lighting and sound; and of course creating performances. Romi Kupfer Read more…

Lactation Professionals Who Care ABOUT US As the peak body for lactation professionals, LCANZ provides support for both breastfeeding mothers and lactation consultants in Australia and New Zealand. We also work closely with government and relevant bodies to gather and share information, and lobby for the support of breastfeeding mothers and the people who work with them. Use our website Read more…

Limmud FSU is a dynamic and pluralistic Festival of Russian-Jewish learning, culture and creativity. It empowers and brings together people of all ages, who are interested and inspired by the rich history and unique legacy of Russian speaking Jewry. It is an encompassing experience for the community, provided by people within our community. The program includes: International and local renown Read more…

Maccabi LIFE are hosting a FREE event for the whole community! Please join us in Caulfield Park, Melbourne (by the Lake), or Centennial Park, Sydney at 9am (8.30am arrival) for a fun, uplifting and high energy Pilates class. Bring your family and friends, everyone is welcome. You will need your mat, water bottle and wear comfortable workout clothing. Take the Read more…

The is a men’s family violence telephone counselling, information and referral service operating in Victoria. The service also provides support and referrals for women and men seeking information on behalf of their male partners, friends or family members, and workers in a range of agencies seeking assistance for their clients who are men. It takes a lot of strength to Read more…

A co-educational modern Orthodox school providing an outstanding immersive Jewish and general education from our 2yo Little Learners through to VCE. Around a quarter of school students are enabled to attend Scopus by means of financial support from the College; developing tomorrow’s community today. Scopus operates the inquiry-based International Baccalaureate (IB) programs from our Early Learning Centres, through primary school Read more…

Caring Mums is a free, confidential, non- denominational, service providing emotional support to mothers of newborn babies and pregnant women. The program developed in response to the growing awareness that women often feel very alone at a time when they most need to feel connected to and supported by others. The pressure on mothers today is huge and bridging the gap 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…

The Jam Project is a yearlong program which first started in 2016, that pairs a Year 9 female (participant) with a trained Buddy aged between 21-28 years old. Fortnightly catch ups allow for personal discussions to take place which support the participants in navigating adolescence. The regular and consistent contact between the Buddies and the participants inspire the development of Read more…