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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

PANDA responds to the needs of families across Australia who are expecting a baby or in the first year after the baby’s birth. The helpline offers support, information, counselling and referral to expecting and new mothers and fathers and their families and friends. Read more…

Our peer support WhatsApp groups are buzzing hives of discussion for our Pathfinders to confidentially explore ideas, current affairs and questions they would otherwise feel unsafe to discuss in public. This What’sApp group is specifically for women (and people who identify as female) who are questioning, transitioning away from, or have already left their Orthodox or ultra-Orthodox Jewish community. Contact Read more…

Playgroup Victoria is a not-for-profit, incorporated association committed to helping all Victorian families discover the benefits of playgroup. We advocates for the benefits of play in a child’s early years of learning and act as support base for communities and families wanting to start and successfully run a playgroup. Read more…

The ZFA’s Public Affairs department is how the ZFA communicates with the wider Australian population about the things that matter to the Australian Jewish community. We talk with politicians and media, telling Israel’s story, and defending Israel when it is unfairly criticised. Follow us on our social media channels below to stay in the loop for all of the latest Read more…

This service provides free, reliable up-to-date and independent information including a range of parenting videos, articles and apps backed by Australian experts. Read more…

Safe Steps is Victoria’s 24/7 family violence response centre. We provide specialist support services for anyone in Victoria who is experiencing or afraid of family violence. Our services include: – Information and referral – Crisis response – Specialist family violence risk assessment – Safety planning – Access to supported crisis accommodation. – We also provide specialist trauma counselling on behalf Read more…

“SNAPP is designed for children living with Neuro Diversity and run by and for their families. Predominantly our kids ages range from 5-10, but age does not have a lot of relevancy to our programs as capacity is the key determinant in finding the right program for you and your kids. We also incorporate and employ ASD teenagers to assist Read more…

The Orange Door is a free service for adults, children and young people who are experiencing or have experienced family violence and families who need extra support with the care of children. You should contact The Orange Door if: – someone close to you is hurting you, controlling you or making you feel afraid – such as your partner, family Read more…