NCJWA (Vic) in Caulfield, Victoria, Australia | Community organisation

NCJWA (Vic)

Locality: Caulfield, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 3 9523 0535

Address: 131-133 Hawthorn Rd 3161 Caulfield, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.ncjwavic.org.au

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25.01.2022 An interesting event by National Council of Jewish Women of Australia

25.01.2022 Soup and Love: last week, just before the Stage 4 Restrictions came into force, our Golden Age Club members, residing in the Office of Housing in Prahran and South Yarra, received a special soup kit. With the help of volunteers, Coordinator Nellie Khoroshina put together a box of ingredients to assist members to keep warm and healthy in winter. Each soup kit included legume tins, fresh vegetables and herbs. The members thanked us and said that this box really helped them. ...They didnt need to go and collect all the ingredients themselves said Nellie and added this way each member could cook the soup to their liking. We take this opportunity and wish you all Happy Tu BeAv. We are #StrongerTogether, now more than ever! #NCJWAVic #PoweringWomen #LoveandSupport #TuBeav #GoldenAgeClubs #COVIDSupport

25.01.2022 @ncjwavictoria is pleased to see Mizrachi is working towards providing meaningful opportunities for women to serve in leadership. We look forward to continuing the dialogue and are committed to empowering women . #makespaceforher #empoweringwomenandgirls #ncjwavic #girlpower #womeninleadership

25.01.2022 For more than 90 years, NCJWA Vic has put women and girls first. Providing support and empowerment across the lifecycle is our mission. Your support of our 2021 End of Financial Year Appeal will help us to continue and provide important services to create a lasting, positive impact on the lives of women and girls #WomenMatter. DONATE NOW www.mycause.com.au/ncjwavic As the End Of The Financial Year approaches, please make a donation to NCJWA Vic. Your tax-deductible donation... will have a direct impact on strengthening our programs and empowering MORE women & girls. DONATE NOW https://www.mycause.com.au/page/250728/ncjwa-vic-eofy Thank you for supporting our EOFY Campaign! #NCJWAVic #EmpoweringWomenAndGirls #2021EOFY #SupportJewishWomen #WomenEmpowerment #JewishCommunityVictoria #VictoriaJewish

25.01.2022 "Holocaust organisations across Australia are uniting virtually to commemorate International Holocaust Remembrance Day and the anniversary of the Liberation of Auschwitz." #NeverForget

24.01.2022 The Jam Project recently gathered for another fantastic Jam session. This month, we welcomed Romy Bursztyn - Nutritionist, Health Coach and Body Image Educator. Romy led an inspiring discussion about positive body image, the current pressures from social media and peers, and how as both individuals and a group we can be ambassadors to improve how we feel about ourselves and each other. Thank you to our entire Jam cohort for your contribution and willingness to share. ... Our matches also spent quality time together creating inspiring art pieces using positive affirmations. Romy, we thank you for giving The Jam Project your wisdom, time and dedication to this very important topic. #TheJamProject #GirlsStickingTogether #PositiveBodyImage #Empowerment #Positivity #JewishCommunityMelbourne

23.01.2022 Monash University's Australian Centre for Jewish Civilisation (ACJC) is currently undertaking research to evaluate and build on our #MakeSpaceForHer campaign. The Monash team, in partnership with NCJWA Vic, has developed a survey aimed at anyone who in the past or currently works, volunteers, or is on the board at a Jewish community organisation. If you work in an organisation in our community as a board member, volunteer or staff member we invite you to be part of this important research project: https://bit.ly/3nK0c6F #NCJWAVic #PoweringWomen #GenderEquality #MelbourneJewish #GenderNonForProfit #NonForProfit

23.01.2022 NCJWA Vic is disappointed to learn that the only female member of the Mizrachi Executive has not been re-coopted to the Executive. Mizrachi was one of the early signatories to our Gender Equality Pledge (the Pledge), which amongst its founding principles dictates that all members of our community are to be treated with dignity, respect and fairness. We lament the recent loss of the only woman from their Executive, which now comprises solely of men. The Mizrachi Executives’... conduct demonstrates disregard for its commitment to more equitable female participation and to actively pursue a culture of respect for women. We call on Mizrachi and all Jewish communal organisations to increase the participation of women on their boards and take positive steps toward realising goals of more female voices around decision making tables, not less female voices. In a recent letter to the Mizrachi community, the Mizrachi Executive noted that its "gender balance is consistent with its obligations under the Gender Equality Pledge. This position suggests a disregard for the spirit and intent of the Pledge. It is unclear how an Executive, which consists of men only, considers itself aligned with obligations to pursue more equitable female participation. We hope that during future elections and cooption processes, Mizrachi honours its pledge to increase female participation at all decision making levels of the organisation. Through the #makespaceforher campaign, NCJWA Vic is dedicated to ensuring women's voices and skills are elevated. We will continue working with pledge taking organisations, calling for transparency and accountability in honouring the pledge and providing education and resources that ensure all pledge takers adopt best practice in the pursuit of gender equality. Our society, our community and our organisations benefit when the aspirations and voices of women and girls are equally respected, valued and heard. #NCJWAVic #PoweringWomen #GenderEquality

22.01.2022 Jews of Pride! Thank you to Immediate Past President, Miriam Bass, who represented NCJWA Vic at today’s Pride March in St Kilda. #NCJWAVic #EmpoweringWomenandGirls #PrideMarch #JewsOfPride

22.01.2022 Did you know that a strong membership base gives power to NCJWA Vic as the voice of Jewish women to advocate on issues of concern? There is no better time to become a financial member of NCJWA Vic. At the upcoming Annual General Meeting, financial members will be able to cast their vote on a number of resolutions. Yearly membership fee is $50. ... Become a member: https://www.ncjwavic.org.au/membership #NCJWAVic #PoweringWomen #NonForProfit #GenderEquality #CommunityWork #MelbourneCommunity

22.01.2022 Our Jam Project participants and buddies are forming strong bond during COVID luckdown via virtual catch-ups. It is wonderful to see how the Jam matches are connecting online, while maintaining important support channels. Our Jam cohort loves sharing their passion during catch-ups, for example baking or painting. We can see that these virtual connections are getting stronger over time said Naomi Swart, The Jam Project Coordinator. #TheJamProject #GirlsStickingTogether #COVIDSupport #NCJWAVic #PoweringWomen #Lockdown2020 #SupportingEachOther #WeAreHereForYou @jamprojectvic @ Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

21.01.2022 This year, our Annual General Meeting will be unique - and not only due to its virtual format. At the AGM, President Miriam Bass, Vice President Debbie Strauch, and Treasurer Hannah Greenberg will all conclude their term. New Office Bearers will be elected as well as a number of new Board members. As usual, a number of special awards will be presented - including the Presidents Award, The Sylvia Gelman Award and the Fanny Reading Scholarship. As a result of the online na...ture of the meeting, this year new methods will be utilised to allow financial members participation in the business of the meeting. Dont miss this special Zoom event, as we will report on the years activities, present our financial statements and celebrate the contributions we have made to the Jewish and wider communities both in Victoria and Israel. The Annual General Meetings of The National Council of Jewish Women of Australia (Victoria) Inc. and NCJW (Victoria) Community Services Inc will be held on Thursday, 27 August 2020, 7:30pm. Given the current COVID restrictions, the meetings will be held via Zoom. Register Now https://ncjwavic-agm-2020.eventbrite.com.au #NCJWAVic #PoweringWomen #AnnualGeneralMeeting #NonForProfit

20.01.2022 Today we farewelled our wonderful, hard-working and dedicated outgoing CEO, Lee Ann Basser. Lee Ann has been leading NCJWA Vic for almost 4.5 years. She has been an incredible asset to our organisation. Throughout the years, Lee Ann has worked tirelessly to power more women and girls to create a better world. Thank you, Lee Ann. We wish you all the best in your future endeavours. Please join us on a special Shanah Tova Session to thank Lee Ann and wish her well. This is a...lso a great opportunity to meet our new CEO, Alexandra Silver. Wednesday, 16 September, 11:30am-12:30pm, via Zoom. Register now https://ncjwavic-shana-tova-session.eventbrite.com.au #NCJWAVic #PoweringWomen #ThankYou #ShanahTova #NonForProfit #MelbourneJewish #JewishCommunity

20.01.2022 Congratulations to Grace Tame, 2021 Australian of the Year. Grace is leading the #letherspeak campaign, giving voice to survivors of sexual assault. Kol Hakavod also to the other recipients: Miriam-Rose Ungunmerr-Baumann AM (Senior Australian), Rosemary Kariuki (Local Hero), and Isobel Marshall (Young Australian). #AustralianOfTheYear #AussiePride #NCJWAVic #PoweringWomen

20.01.2022 We are hiring! If you are interested in joining our friendly, dedicated and passionate team please check out our website for more information at https://www.ncjwavic.org.au/careers. #ncjwavic #empoweringwomenandgirls #womeninleadership #joinourteam

19.01.2022 Thank you, Mazon Australia, for making our Golden Age Club members happy and warm this winter! Last week, Mazon Australia initiated a special collaborated with our Golden Age Club: 51 Mazon Soup Bags, containing fresh ingredients and a recipe, were delivered to NCJWA Vic for their Golden Age Club members, enabling recipients to cook delicious cauliflower and potato soup. Golden Age Club coordinator, Nellie Khoroshina, said each bag contained vegetables, a soup cube and a recipe. In addition, we added a quiz food for the brain and for the stomach!. #NCJWAVic #PoweringWomen #COVIDSupport #GoldenAgeClub #SeniorsSupport Mazon Australia

19.01.2022 Calling all Bridge players! Do you need something to look forward to after Melbourne Lockdown 4.0 please register today and plan to join us for our Annual Duplicate Bridge Day with Director Len Meyer on Tuesday, 6 July 2021. All proceeds go to the NCJWA VIC's Caring Mums Program. REGISTER NOW !!!https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/ncjwa-vic-duplicate-bridge- #ncjwavic #empoweringwomenandgirls #supportjewishwomen #bridgedayformumsandbubs

18.01.2022 NCJWA Vic’s Seniors’ Club is back! Join us for Bingo, Red Aces, Rummy Tiles or just to have a chat. Tuesdays and Wednesdays 9:30am 2:00pm (from 2 Feb 2021). For more details please contact our office (email [email protected] or phone 9523 0535). #NCJWAVic #PoweringWomen #SeniorsClub #MelbourneJewish #JewishCommunity

18.01.2022 We are honoured and privileged to be one of Glen Eira City Council's 2021 Community Group of the Year Award Finalist. The 2021 Community Awards, held last night, highlighted the important contribution volunteers make in our community. The event was held during the National Volunteer Week. "It was wonderful to see our very own Volunteer Coordinator Sheryl Salcman being recognised for 2,000 volunteering hours donated to us; and Kelsey Proskewitz for her 500 volunteering hours c...ontributed to The Jam Project. It was unfortunate that Dr. Alex Borin was unable to attend the ceremony to receive his award for volunteering for the Golden Age Clubs. Thank you all for making this acknowledgement of our work possible" said Alexandra P. Silver, CEO, who represented our organisation with our Treasurer, Lesley Ber. Thank you to all our wonderful, hard-working volunteers. TODA RABA! #NCJWAVic #EmpoweringWomenAndGirls #VolunteerWeek #VolunteersVictoria

18.01.2022 NCJWA Vics 2020 Fanny Reading Scholarship During our recent AGM, the Fanny Reading Scholarship in Hebrew language was presented. We are very proud to present the 2020 award recipient: Nechama Rushinek. The scholarship was presented by Dr Dvir Abramovich, Director of the Program in Jewish Culture and Society at The University of Melbourne. Mazel Tov!... #NCJWAVic #PoweringWomen #JewishEducation #JewishCommunity #MelbourneJewish

16.01.2022 Over the last few months, we have heard many stories of new mothers who have missed out on sharing their transition into motherhood with their families. We know that our Caring Mums volunteers have helped eased the grief, acting as emotional support in these times of uncertainty. Its hard not to feel down about what were missing out on. My kids are missing playing with their friends; my parents are missing out on cuddling their grandchildren; I am missing seeing my friends..., colleagues, our volunteers, and of course meeting our new mums. Its OK to feel flat and disheartened by the unknown. Its important to acknowledge these feelings. Now more than ever, the Caring Mums role of validating, normalising and bearing witness is so important. We will all move through this time and adapt differently. Be kind to yourself and those around you. Remember the incredible work you are doing! If you are a mum, or know of any mum, who would like to be part of Caring Mums please contact us on [email protected]. Keep smiling, Robyn Davis, Caring Mums Team #CaringMums #MumsSupport #EmotionalSupport #Motherhood #Mothers #NewBaby #SupportingMothers #NCJWAVic #PowerWomen #iso2020 #covidsupport

15.01.2022 Welcome NCJWA Vics new President Helen Lewin! And a special surprise to our immediate Past President Miriam Bass Kol Hakavod Miriam for your dedication and hard work. Helen Kamer

15.01.2022 With over 10.5 million views on Ted, Facebook Chief Operating Officer Sheryl Sandberg looks at why a smaller percentage of women than men reach the top of their professions. Sandberg offers three powerful pieces of advice to women, aiming for the C-suite. https://www.ted.com//sheryl_sandberg_why_we_have_too_few_w #SummerInspiration #NCJWAVic #PoweringWomen #TedTalks #TedWomen

15.01.2022 The Melbourne International Film Festival is kick-starting tomorrow online, with dozens of movies to watch in the comfort of your own home. Our editors choice this year is the movie 9to5: The Story of a Movement. The movie is an inspiring paean to the forgotten women whose actions to end gender discrimination in the workplace paved the way for generations to come. Energetic, informative and bracing 9to5 is sleek and astute, a valuable addition to Reichert and Bognar...s filmography and to the history of the womens movement. Hollywood Reporter. Stream the movie online https://2020.miff.com.au/film/9to5-the-story-of-a-movement/ If you watched the movie, feel free to comment and share your views. #NCJWAVic #PoweringWomen #MIFF #9to5 #GenderEquality #MeToo @melbfilmfest

14.01.2022 On behalf of our Board and staff we wish you all Happy Shavuot! Our office will be closed during Shavuot (Monday, 17 May 2021 and Tuesday, 18 May 2021). See you back on Wednesday, 19 May 2021. Hoping for a peaceful Chag. ... #NCJWAVic #EmpoweringWomenAndGirls #HappyShavuot

14.01.2022 NCJWA Vic is proud of our work to empower women girls and pro binding a strong voice for gender equality in the Jewish community and beyond. For more information on our #MakeSpaceforHer Campaign and to have your organization sign our gender equality pledge please go to www.ncjwavic.org.au for more information. Thank you Haaretz.com for shedding light on this important issue facing our community.

13.01.2022 We are excited to share that The Jam Project was recently awarded with a grant from VicHealth, as part of their "Reimagining Health: A VicHealth Partnership Grant". VicHealth is supporting our community by providing funds to enrich our Jam Sessions; assist with promoting the program; and more. Thank you, VicHealth, for your support of The Jam Project. ... #TheJamProject #GirlsStickingTogether #NCJWAVic #PoweringWomen See more

13.01.2022 We are honoured to present our newly-elected President, Helen Lewin. Helen was elected by the NCJWA Vic members at our Annual General Meeting, held earlier tonight. Im very excited to be leading the NCJWA VIC with a Board of dedicated passionate women and continuing the growth of the association by powering women and girls for a better world, connecting with the community, delivering innovative programs and events and advocating for women and gender equality said Helen Le...win. Helen joined the Board in 2016 and was the Secretary of NCJWA Vic. With qualifications in law and more than 25 years experience in law, privacy practice and corporate compliance, Helen brings a breadth of perspectives to dealing with privacy protection and information governance issues. Formerly, Deputy Privacy Commissioner (Victoria), and Chief Privacy Officer and Head of Corporate Compliance at Telstra Corporation, Helen now works as a lawyer and privacy consultant. Like other board members, Helen is passionate about the advancement of women and girls in the Jewish and broader communities. Mazel Tov, Helen! #NCJWAVic #PoweringWomen #NewPresident

12.01.2022 Caring Mums is currently training 15 new volunteers. We constantly have a waitlist of women wanting to do our training. Being a Caring Mums volunteer, supporting pregnant women and new mums, is incredibly rewarding. The 20-hour training focuses on communication skills and building trusting, nonjudgmental relationships. Last week, Caring Mums was honoured to have representatives from Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Australia PANDA as part of our training. They spoke about h...ow anxiety and perinatal depression can present itself; where we can direct parents for support; and what support can look like. Did you know? 1 in 5 women experience anxiety or perinatal depression. 1 in 20 men experience depression during their partners pregnancy. 1 in 10 new dads experience depression after their babys birth. Anybody can be affected by anxiety and perinatal depression. There are many ways in which anxiety and depression affects parents. There is support for both mums and non-birth partners. PANDA has a wonderful helpline and website catering for both parents. Centre of Perinatal Excellence COPE has a helpful and informative website for both parents. If you are a mum, or know of any mum, who would like to be part of Caring Mums please contact us on [email protected]. #CaringMums #MumsSupport #NewMums #COVIDSupport #NCJWAVic #PoweringWomen #RUOK #itsokaynottobeokay #MumsLife #supportmoms #MelbourneMums

12.01.2022 NCJWA Vic is pleased to announce the appointment of our new CEO, Ms Alexandra P. Silver effective from 1st September, 2020. Alexandra was selected after an exhaustive CEO search with the support of Deborah Komesaroff from Fisher Leadership, who interviewed the board to learn what skills and attributes were needed in NCJWA Vics next leader. Born and raised in the United States, Alexandra immigrated to Australia in 2019 with her Australian husband and young family. Although ...fairly new to living in Melbourne, she visited her extensive family here many times and has already established strong connections within the community since moving here. Miriam Bass, President, NCJWA Vic said Alexandra is a very dynamic, respected and innovative leader and comes to us with significant experience in both the not-for-profit and commercial sectors in the Jewish community as well as the broader community. We believe that she is the right person to lead NCJWA Vic in its next phase of development. Her success in the not-for-profit sector in the US ensures she has the attributes to work with all of our key stakeholders within the local community and government. We are also excited by her passion and commitment to NCJWA Vics mission to empower women of all ages to achieve their potential and create a better world. Alexandras last position in the US was as the Executive Director of Clark County Medical Society, a professional organisation which advocates for physicians and their patients to encourage the delivery of quality health care. Prior to that she was the Director of Development at Planned Parenthood Southern Nevada, an Event Manager at MGM Resorts International and a Regional Campaign Associate at the National Jewish Fund in Cleveland. She offers sophisticated approaches to developing and implementing programs, advocacy and fundraising as well as providing visionary leadership. Good luck, Alexandra #NCJWAVic #PoweringWomen

11.01.2022 Celebrating Innovation, Growth and Success: we are proud to present our 2019-2020 Annual Report - showcasing our activities, achievements, initiatives, and challenges over the past financial year. Reflecting on NCJWA Vics recent achievements: re-energising our advocacy role for women and human rights, the development and growth of innovative programs; strong governance framework, heightened organisational profile, a new generation of supporters and a strong and skilled Bo...ard, I feel honoured to have been part of this journey of transformation wrote President Miriam Bass. Sit back, prepare a nice cup of tea, and enjoy: https://www.ncjwavic.org.au//NCJWA%20Vic%202020%20Annual%2 #NCJWAVic #PoweringWomen #AnnualReport #SupportingWomen #WomenSupportingWomen #NonForProfit

11.01.2022 Meet our new Board members - Lila Raskin and Kate Mohr.

11.01.2022 President Miriam Bass In a special presentation for retiring Board members Hannah Greenberg and Debbie Strauch : I would like to personally thank Debbie and Hannah for their incredible support to me in my role. Their respect, care, thoughtfulness and intelligence shown in so many ways are simply remarkable. I could not have had a better support team. Thank you so much for everything. And in a special presentation for CEO Lee Ann Basser: Tonight is Lee Anns last major e...vent in her role as CEO as she steps down in mid September. I would tonight, like to thank Lee Ann for her contribution to NCJWA Vic lifting our profile, building a fabulous team of staff, lifting the quality and profile of our signature events, managing the expansion of our programs, raising our success rate with grant applications and most recently, overseeing the pivot of our activities online during the COVID pandemic Thank you, Lee Ann for your contribution. See more

10.01.2022 NCJWA Vic wishes you all - members, donors, volunteers, supporters, program participants, and friends - a happy, healthy, and safe New Year! #NCJWAVic #PoweringWomen #2021

10.01.2022 As part of Mitzvah Day 2020, NCJWA Vic is preparing special hampers for women and children in a domestic violence shelter. We have asked our volunteers and supporters to donate various items (i.e. toys, books, perfume, bags, wallets, magazines etc.). NCJWA Vic's Mitzvah Day team (Debbie Strauch, Joanne Gubieski and Bette Schmideg) reported that the response from the community was heart-warming. "We received beautiful items for the women and children at the domestic violence shelter. We hope this little token of support will provide some comfort and bring a smile to their faces" said Debbie Strauch. We are proud to be included in this week’s Jewish News article about Mitzvah Day 2020. Mitzvah Day Australia #MitzvahDay2020 #NCJWAVic #PoweringWomen #CountOnUs

10.01.2022 Throughout COVID, NCJWA Vic has continued to support our people through our programs and activities said our outgoing CEO, Lee Ann Basser , at a recent J-Air interview. Lee Ann was part of the radio show Glen Eira: Working Together, discussing COVID community challenges. We are finding new ways to keep providing services to women at all stages of their lives added Lee Ann. Listen to the podcast https://omny.fm//24-8-2020-glen-eira-working-together-lee- On that note..., we wish to thank Lee Ann for her hard work and dedication. Thank you for being part of the NCJWA Vic family. Toda Raba, Lee Ann! #NCJWAVic #PowringWomen #GlenEira #JAIR #jewishcomminity #MelbourneJewish

10.01.2022 Today we are marking the R U OK Day - an important initiative. There are times when you may feel down. Our Jam cohort are very lucky to have someone outside o...f their inner circle that, on a regular basis, checks in on them. As part of the program, we encourage our Jam matches and Alumni to check in with others. By experiencing firsthand the positive impact of emotional support - it empowers them to pass on the message of staying connected. #TheJamProject #RUOKDay #GirlsStickingTogether #COVIDSupport #ItsOKNotToBeOK @ncjwavictoria

10.01.2022 National Council of Jewish Women of Australia is hosting a specia event: hosted by Melinda Jones, a discussion with Rabbanit Ellyse Borghi and Rabbanit Judy Levitan as they explore their personal journeys and discuss the topic "New ways for new days".

10.01.2022 Last week and in line with the National Volunteer Week, we held our special Volunteers Appreciation Afternoon Tea. To honour our hard working and dedicated volunteers, special certifications of appreciation were given. "This organisation was built on the shoulders of women, mostly, who were all volunteers working for the organisation throughout those years. And today, it’s mission is to empower women to achieve their potential and improve their quality of life, for themselves... and their families, which can only happen with the dedication and support of our volunteers said Helen Lewin, President. NCJWA Vic Volunteers not only give their time, treasure and talent but they give their heart and soul to ensure our program participants and women and girls in our community know they matter. Through their efforts they provide a community for all to call home said Alexandra P. Silver, CEO. "You give of yourself and bring with you your life experiences, positive energy, skills, abilities, compassion, ideas, intellect and humour and ask for nothing in return. Yet you receive friendship, appreciation and satisfaction. You volunteer for many different reasons but for whatever purpose you do so, you give someone hope and strength and the courage to face another day" said Volunteer Coordinator Sheryl Salcman. Toda Raba! #NCJWAVic #EmpoweringWomenAndGirls #VolunteeringVictoria #NationalVolunteerWeek2021 #VolunteeringJewishCommunity

09.01.2022 Mazel Tov and Kol Hakavod to our Program Officer Liat Azoulay, who was chosen to be part of Executive Council of Australian Jewry (ECAJ)’s flagship national program Jewish Advocacy & Leadership Corps. "The program offers young community members (25-40 years old) with outstanding leadership and advocacy potential a unique set of education, training and development opportunities to prepare them for advocacy and leadership positions in our community". Liat was selected to be o...ne of the 40 young people from across Australia to be part of this prestigious group of high potential candidates to be trained for positions of leadership in the Jewish Community. I am looking forward to being involved in the nation-wide advocacy community - a first of its kind to impart a difference for the future said Liat. Mazel Tov and Kol Hakavod are also in place to Lexi Kowal, a member of our Advocacy Committee, who was also chosen to be part of the Corps. #NCJWAVic #PoweringWomen #JewishCommunityVic #JewishCommunity #FemaleLeaders #Advocacy

09.01.2022 President Miriam Bass presents Vice President Debbie Strauch with NCJWA Vics Honorary Life Membership - live from our Annual General Meeting

08.01.2022 The Sylvia Gelman Award for outstanding achievement by a woman educator in any area of Jewish education in Victoria was presented at our recent AGM. The Selection Committee (Nina Bassat AM, Di Hirsh OAM and Ziva Shavitsky) advised us that since the field of candidates was so strong this year - two awardees were chosen. The 2020 award recipients are: Freydi Mrocki, Teacher at Shalom Aleichem College, and Tali Bar Waanders, Head of Jewish Studies and Hebrew for Primary School and Early Learning Centre and Creche at Bialik College. Mazel Tov and congratulations!

08.01.2022 NCJWA Vic is making a real difference in the lives of women and girls in Victoria through our programs, events and educational campaigns. For more than 90 years, NCJWA Vic puts women on the agenda - and through our work, women and girls in our community know that they matter. Your support of our 2021 End of Financial Year Appeal will help us to continue and provide important services to create a lasting, positive impact on the lives of women and girls #WomenMatter. DONATE NOW... www.mycause.com.au/ncjwavic As the End Of The Financial Year approaches, please make a donation to NCJWA Vic. Your tax-deductible donation will have a direct impact on strengthening our programs and empowering MORE women & girls. DONATE NOW https://www.mycause.com.au/page/250728/ncjwa-vic-eofy Thank you for supporting our EOFY Campaign! #NCJWAVic #EmpoweringWomenAndGirls #2021EOFY #SupportJewishWomen #WomenEmpowerment #JewishCommunityVictoria #VictoriaJewish

08.01.2022 In order to enable gender equality change, we require support at the most senior level of the organisation. There is also a need to review every practice, policy and process that the organisation has through a gendered lens said Lee-anne Chapman (Group Manager, Uniting) at our recent Gender Equality Webinar: Tips, Hurdles and Successes Deep Dive. During the webinar, hosted by CEO Alexandra Silver, Lee-anne reflected on the potential organisational challenges in order to a...chieve gender equality in the workplace. One of those challenges is enabling flexible working arrangements. Even in 2020, there is a constant reaction about roles being part time rather than full time at leadership levels she noted. There is so much more work to be done in the gender equality space said Daniel Sarah Rabin Rabbi Daniel Rabin (South Caulfield Hebrew Congregation) at the webinar and added when we think about gender equality in synagogues or in religious organisations, each congregation has its own set of values. And whatever the approach is - it has to be genuine, with empathy and respect to others. Regardless of which way you are inclined in terms of religious observant, there is no excuse to use it as a mechanism or means to try to discriminate anybody on the basis of gender or orientation. Rabbi Rabin addressed a number of aspects on how to achieve gender equality in the orthodox arena. In my view, every congregation needs to have female representatives with vision and leadership abilities said Rabbi Rabin. He explained that women can and should have a strong presence in congregations (i.e. on boards and events). The role of the Rebbetzin is certainly one of leadership. If you missed the webinar (or you would like to watch it again or share it) the recording of the webinar is now available on our YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-k5jRknXGNA&feature=youtu.be #NCJWAVic #PoweringWomen #GenderEquality #JewishCommunityMelbourne #GenderEqualityJewish

08.01.2022 Thank you, Kehilat Nitzan, for your friendship and support of our Golden Age Clubs. The Tikkun Olam Community of Kehilat Nitzan provides on an ongoing basis gift bags to the public house residents. Recently, in preparation for Rosh Hashanah, the members received from Kehilat Nitzan a special goodie bag which included a Sudoku book, hand cream, sweets and a honey cake, made by the Kehilat Nitzan volunteers. Our Golden Age Club members and their families deeply appreciate th...e care and support they receive from the Kehilat Nitzan community. This is really touching said Nellie Khoroshina, Golden Age Clubs Coordinator. Our Golden Age Clubs are going strong, providing much-needed emotional support and social connection to Holocaust survivors and war veterans. The members are gathered weekly via audio/video conferences in groups of fives. These virtual meetings keep the participants informed and connected during COVID times added Nellie. #StrongerTogether #NCJWAVic #PoweringWomen #JewishCommunity #SeniorsClub Kehilat Nitzan

07.01.2022 Monash Universitys Australian Centre for Jewish Civilisation (ACJC) has chosen NCJWA Vic to partner on a special research project. In a statement released last week, the ACJC revealed with much excitement: We are delighted to announce a major new initiative to facilitate research into gender issues in the Australian Jewish community. An interdisciplinary team of Monash researchers will partner with our organisation on a project exploring issues of gender equity, inclusiv...eness and safety in Jewish communal organisations. This exciting research will support the ongoing implementation of our Advocacy Subcommittees campaign #MakeSpaceForHer, which was launched in July 2019. It is particularly timely in light of a recent investigation by the Australian Jewish News, which revealed startling levels of gender-based discrimination, bullying and sexual harassment in Jewish communal organisations [ACJC]. This research project is part of a new ACJC initiative The Kerryn Baker Memorial Endowment for Gender Research, which has been established thanks to a gift from the Pratt Foundation and other benefactors. Fiona Geminder, a Pratt Foundation Family Trustee, said "Supporting the promotion of equal involvement by women is a gender issue, but it matters to the whole Jewish community". NCJWA Vic President, Miriam Bass, said We are honoured that the ACJC chose NCJWA Vic to partner with them for the inaugural Kerryn Baker Memorial Endowment for Gender Research project. This research will provide the evidence base from which to develop and grow our advocacy work, enabling us, more effectively, to increase womens participation in leadership roles within communal organisations and to enhance the visibility of women in the Jewish community." Thank you, ACJC, for choosing to work with NCJWA Vic on this important issue. #NCJWAVic #PoweringWomen #GenderEquality #ACJC

07.01.2022 NCJWA Vic is honoured to launch: Gender Equality Community of Practice. This is an ongoing, regular, informative and interactive forum in which organisational leaders and change makers from the Jewish community can learn from each others experiences, lessons, hurdles and successes in gender equality. The Gender Equality Community of Practice will be launched at our upcoming webinar Gender Equality: Tips, Hurdles and Successes. The purpose of this webinar is to support lea...ders and change makers from Jewish organisations to succeed in achieving their gender equality aspirations. By providing an inspirational and informative interactive forum for organisations to learn from others experiences, lessons, hurdles and successes in gender equality. Guest speakers: Cameron McLeod (General Manager, Community Engagement, North Melbourne Football Club (NMFC), Jennifer Huppert (President of the Jewish Community Council of Victoria (JCCV), and Annette Charak (President of Shira Hadasha). This free online webinar will be interactive, with three speakers and time for participant questions. Wednesday 12 August 2020, 1-2pm. Register online https://genderequalitywebinar.eventbrite.com.au. #GenderEquality #NCJWAVIC #PoweringWomen #Advocacy #MakeSpaceForHer @ Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

06.01.2022 The NCJWA Victoria community breathes a sigh of relief at the news of Malka Leifer’s return to Australia to face 74 charges of alleged sexual abuse. Leifer’s departure, mere hours prior to the closure of Israel’s airport due to COVID-19, further highlights the importance of ensuring her trial is held without delay. We are confident that the Victorian legal system will ensure a just and fair trial. As we have done throughout their years-long fight for justice, NCJWA Vic stan...ds together with Dassi Erlich, Nicole Meyer, Elly Sapper and all alleged victims in this tragic and drawn-out saga. Tzedek Tzedek Tirdof. #BringLeiferBack #NCJWAVic #PoweringWomen Photo credit: Ynet

06.01.2022 Last chance, dont miss out! Our 2020 Mina Fink Lecture is on Zoom tonight. If you havent already done so you can still register https://2020minafink.eventbrite.com.au Our wonderful speakers - Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka, UN Under-Secretary-General and Executive Director of UN Women and Mark Regev, International Spokesperson, Israels Ambassador to the United Kingdom 2016 to 2020 and a former Advisor to the Israeli Prime Minister will be on Zoom from South Africa and Israel re...spectively. Dont miss whats sure to be a fascinating hour looking at why education is so critical in achieving gender equality. Rebecca Davis, Features Editor, The Australian Jewish News, will be the facilitator. Book now! https://2020minafink.eventbrite.com.au #NCJWAVic #PoweringWomen #MinaFinkLecture #GenderEquality

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06.01.2022 For more information on NCJWA Vic's Gender Equality Program #MakeSpaceForHer or to sign and take the pledge contact [email protected] https://www.ncjwavic.org.au//Gender%20Equality%20Pledge%20

04.01.2022 President Miriam Bass presents her Presidents Report at our Annual General Meeting - live on Zoom

02.01.2022 Treasurer Hannah Greenberg presents the 2020 Treasurers Report - live from our Annual General Meeting.

02.01.2022 We know it is not easy for fathers to become parents during COVID lock-down. I am trying to work from home like everyone else, and I am trying to support my wife and be an involved father of a 2-year-old and a 3-month-old. I know that I am doing well, and I know it is hard for everyone. But it is the constant uphill battle that I feel alone in, that I am fighting every day.said Mark in a recent interview to our Caring Mums Newsletter. Many can relate to Marks situation... he is functioning, meeting the immediate needs of his family, constantly in earshot (if not in sight) of his young family; he feels the solidarity with all those that are going through similar circumstances, yet like others, he feels uniquely alone and isolated. Mark believes that there ismore pressure on fathers right nowas there are few outside supports washing, cooking, cleaning, shopping, looking after his toddler, and working from home often feels overwhelming. There are few precedents for what is happening now.I know it will pass and that we will be OK." Currently, the additional uncertainties of bringing a baby into this world are huge. Mark and his wife are extremely protective, so no one apart from them have ever held their baby. He understands that he cant use the experience of his first child as his barometer as that child was born in normal times. These are not normal times. Books, previous experiences, his own or those of his friends, are from a pre-COVID time They cannot be the blueprints or guides for us now. When asked if there have been any positives from this lock-down, Mark repliedAcceptance. I always knew theoretically that I cant do it all, but now I know it experientially. I am working onchanging expectationsof myself and letting go of the things that I believed I needed to do in order to be me. I am learning to accept that it is OK. The values of having a healthy, happy family over-rides everything. I may need to change the means, but achieving this same end must remain my goal. We wish Mark and all the other fathers out there - Happy Fathers Day! #fathersday #ncjwavic #poweringwomen #covidsupport #emotionalsupport #caringmums

01.01.2022 Hannah, one of our Jam Project 2020 buddies, recently reflected on her #StrongerTogether Jam experience: I have formed a strong relationship with my match during isolation and it has proven to be not only successful, but an incredibly unique and special experience. My match and I have maintained weekly communication since isolation began back in March, and have made an effort to make our chats exciting, fun, and meaningful. We have shared in each others hobbies of painting... and baking together all over video and this has been an amazing tool to bring us closer together. Our FaceTimes are something both her and I look forward to every week and having this positive and supportive partnership is exactly what we need in this time of uncertainty. Being a buddy and having a buddy is crucial in 2020. Make this year count! #TheJamProject #NCJWAVic #PoweringWomen #GirlsSupport #Buddy #Jam2020 #GirlsStickingTogether #WomenSupportWomen @jamprojectvic

01.01.2022 Calling all Bridge players! Join us for our Annual Duplicate Bridge Day with Director Len Meyer on Tuesday, 6 July 2021. All proceeds go to the NCJWA VIC's Caring Mums Program. REGISTER NOW !!!https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/ncjwa-vic-duplicate-bridge- #ncjwavic #empoweringwomenandgirls #supportjewishwomen #bridgedayformumsandbubs