Led by a research team at the Australian Centre for Jewish Civilisation (Monash University), the Monash Initiative for Rapid Research into Antisemitism (MIRRA) is a major initiative that researches the nature, causes and effects of antisemitism in Australia, and will provide recommendations and support to governments and sectors across Australian society. Our first project focuses on antisemitism in the cultural Read more...

The Australian Centre for Jewish Civilisation (Monash University) has launched a new project: the Monash Initiative for Rapid Research into Antisemitism (MIRRA) and is partnering with The Centre of Jewish Artists (COJA) to investigate antisemitism in Australia’s cultural and creative industries. By capturing the voices of the Jewish creative community, the MIRRA project explores how the creative and arts landscape Read more...

As part of the Bnei Mitzvah Twelve & Thirteen program, we volunteer at charities that support people in need of essential hygiene products—toothbrushes, toothpaste, soap, shampoo, and more. If you’re in a position to donate, we’d be incredibly grateful. Every contribution helps make a meaningful difference in someone’s life. Thank you for your kindness and generosity! You can reach us Read more...

Jewish Care is pleased to announce that our Psychology Hub is open and available to accept referrals from the Victorian Jewish Community. The program provides short-term psychological interventions (up to ten sessions) for members of the Victorian Jewish community, addressing a range of mental health concerns through evidence-based therapeutic approaches. A key feature of our program is its accessibility. Services Read more...

In this new stage of Jewish life in Australia, many of us are feeling mobilised and seeking meaningful ways to contribute to our collective future. For the first time since its inception, LaunchPad Leadership 2025 is expanding its reach by opening the opportunity to participate to both existing communal leaders (professional, lay, philanthropic) as well as those who are unaffiliated, Read more...

Koala Kids Foundation is a volunteer-driven not-for-profit organisation with a vision to touch every child and young person during cancer treatment with small things that bring them happy moments. As well as running our operation from our office and remotely, our volunteers interact with children in the Children’s Cancer Centres and we also provide fun activities for children and their Read more...

This is a LAST CALL to be part of something extraordinary – Registrations close 14 March. The JNF Australia Unity Tour to Israel will be a once in a lifetime journey of inspiration, strength, resilience, and connection. Register your interest here: jnf.org.au/unitytour Read more...

Are you creative? Alongside your primary role, occupation or area of study, do you like to paint, write stories, or take photographs? Are you a member of a community dance troupe or theatrical company? Do you sing, play an instrument, or write songs? Perhaps you make film, your own computer games or simply like to help others enjoy their creativity. Read more...

Passionate about philanthropy? Have leadership experience? Want to help grow the next generation of givers? Join our board and help shape a hands-on volunteering program designed specifically for families like yours. At Twelve & Thirteen, we believe in the power of giving back together. By joining us, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with a diverse group of community leaders, Read more...

CSG and Hatzolah are thrilled to announce an update of the Jewish Emergency App – JEAP! The app is designed to keep you informed and safe with real-time notifications, including community updates and announcements, missing persons bulletins and safety and security alerts. JEAP’s comprehensive dashboard offers quick access to essential services: Contact CSG: For community security needs Call Hatzolah: For Read more...

Had enough of the crime? Started by Fifi Box & Brendan Fevola Petition: https://chng.it/TthWhCvZzT Started: 27 February 2025 Petition to State Parliament of Victoria   Melbourne, we have had enough. It seems every morning we wake up to more news of aggravated burglaries, stolen cars and those responsible being granted bail. Daily we get calls and messages of Melbournians who Read more...

As you prepare for Pesach, we ask that you consider donating non-perishable food items to our street pantries. Read more...