ARZA - Australian Reform Zionists
ARZA is the Zionist association of the Progressive Movement in Australia. It works for the acceptance of the principle of religious plurality in Israel and to educate Jews in Australia, particularly in the Progressive community, about the importance and role of Zionism, both in the historical an contemporary contexts. For further information please call the office on 02-93287833
AANZUP - Australian, Asian and New Zealand Union for Progressive Judaism
The Australia, Asian and New Zealand Union for Progressive Judaism (AANZUPJ for short!) has 18 congregations throughout the region, catering for about 20% of the Jewish community. The World Union for Progressive Judaism is based in Jerusalem. The World Union is affiliated to the World Zionist Organisation and the World Jewish Congress and is a non-governmental agency represented at the United Nations. In North America the overwhelming majority of affiliated Jews are members of progressive congregations. Progressive congregations are developing in increasing numbers in Europe and in the countries of the former Soviet Union. Throughout the world more than a million and a half affiliated reform, liberal, progressive and reconstructionist Jews belong to the World Union for Progressive Judaism. AANZUPJ provides support to its member congregations in various ways. To access the website click here
AUJS - Australasian Union of Jewish Students
The aims of AUJS is to unite Jewish students throughout Australasia, promote Jewish identity, support the needs and interests of all Jewish students and foster a positive relationship with Israel.
www.aujs.com.au
AZYC- Australian Zionist Youth Council The AZYC is the roof body for the 6 Zionist Youth movements - Betar, Bnei Akiva, Habonim Dror, Hashomer Hatzair, Hineni and Netzer. It exists to ensure unity between the movements' vast ideologies - political, religious and cultural. The AZYC acts as the movements' representative in the functions of the wider Jewish and Zionist community, and ensures large scale involvement in community activities and events. Above all, the AZYC unites the movements in their one common bond - their commitment to building and sharing in the State of Israel.
To contact the office, phone 03-9272 5555
Hagshama - is a department of the World Zionist Organisation based in Israel.
The Hagshama department was set up to cater for the needs of young people in the Jewish community aged 18 to 30. Literally 'fulfilment', Hagshama encourages young people to embark on a journey of discovery and empowerment, and aims to place the Zionist vision firmly on the minds of young Jewish Australians. Operating in Melbourne, Sydney and Perth, the activities of Hagshama are diverse in scope and engaging in nature. The events are designed to appeal to the sentiments of the younger generation and are non-partisan and pluralist in order to engender maximum involvement. The events are social and educational, and focus on Judaism and Israel in a unique way. Hagshama is a grass roots organisation, and leaders of Hagshama also sit on the ZFA executive. For further information about Hagshama, write to melbourne@hagshama.org or www.wzo.org.il
Jewish Links
Links to Jewish websites all around the world.
www.jewishlink.net
JNF - Jewish National Fund of Australia Inc
The JNF of Australia raises funds for the conservation of the environment in Israel through the eradication of desert, afforestation, rehabilitation of land, rivers, wastelands and swamps and other initiatives that promotte improvements to the environment and ecology of Israel. Furthermore, JNF is involved with land reclamation, tourism needs, Zion ist educational programmes, road building, and the alleviation of unemployment. To access the JNF website click here
Maccabi Australia Inc
The aims of MAI are to foster Jewish sporting, cultural and Zionist activities within all States of Australia and maintain close links with Maccabi World Union in Israel and other countries. To access the Maccabi website click here
Mizrachi Organisation
Mizrachi Organisation Mizrachi in Melbourne is affiliated with and supports the objectives of the Mizrachi Hapoel Hamizrachi movement in Israel and throughout the world. It undertakes religious, educational, cultural and social functions to enhance the Melbourne Jewish community and to assist various worthy causes in Israel. To contact Mizrachi click here To access the Mizrachi website click here
NCJW- National Council of Jewish Women of Australia
The NCJW aims to support projects in Israel and local causes in the Jewish and wider communities; to elevate the status of women and provide leadership and trading education programmes. To access the NCJW website click here
Sephardi Federation of Australian Jewry
This is the official roof organisation and spokesman of Sephardi Jews of Australia For further information please phone the office on 02-93893355
UIA - United Israel Appeal of Australia Aims: Rescue, Aliyah, Absorption
www.unitedisraelappeal.org.au or www.uiansw.org.au
Young Leadership (YL) is a division of UIA for young adults aged between 18-35, dedicated to supporting the global UIA initiative. As part of an international network, the goals of YL are: To bring resources and awareness to the common goal of rescuing Jews in need. To facilitate the rescue of Jews in need from around the world, their Aliyah, and absorption into Israeli society. To provide a forum for young leaders to train for future communal leadership, thereby maintaining a strong Jewish future. To ensure Jewish continuity through education. In addition to organising social and educational activities throughout the year, YL holds an annual fundraising event, the largest of its type in Australia for young Jewish people. It is a powerful demonstration of Sydney's 'young' Jewish community's support and solidarity with Israel. Contact Young Leadership Coordinator: Tel: 61 2 9361 4273
WIZO - Womens International Zionist Organisation (of Australia) WIZO aims to promote Jewish and Zionist education. They provide vital social and educational services for families in Israel. They aim to advance the Satus of Women and to strengthen the bonds between Jewish women. Comprises 72 groups around Australia. To contact WIZO click here
Youth Aliya Fosters, educates and rehabillitates underprivileged children in Israel For further information contact the office on 02-933111258 |
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