Yom Kippur Exemption
We are grateful that the NSW government has granted an exemption for the community to observe Yom Kippur outdoors in a COVID safe way. NSW Jewish Boar...
Kol Nidre Appeal
This year BJE will be diverting funds usually raised for their annual Kol Nidre Appeal to another JCA member organisation - COA Sydney. BJE and C...
Philanthropy Fellowship launches
This new initiative envisions a community where young Jewish leaders are partners in shaping a community that is vibrant, inclusive and meaningful. Th...
Now we’re louder together
Spotify just got a whole lot more ruach with a new playlist drop – Louder Together - the inspiration of Glassbreakers’ lead singer Ilan Kidron and...
An Ordinary Day in Extraordinary Times
On Friday the 27th of August, between sunrise and sunset we are asking our local Jewish community to take a photo and share it.
Women supporting women
Mums supported in the Mum for Mum program remain involved until their baby turns a year old. At that time, they graduate from the program with their...
Care in crisis
“All JCA’s member organisations have once again had to pivot to provide services across education, aged and community care, advocacy and security ...
Tu B’Av
Today is Tu b'Av which is known as Jewish valentines day. The Talmud explains that this was one of the happiest days of the year.
Tisha B’Av
JCA recognises the beauty of community and the importance of unity. We are a collection of disparate organisations, building blocks or different threa...
Thank you to The ORAH Fund
Last week The ORAH Fund announced its latest round of half yearly donations to be distributed to not for profits in the Jewish community and general c...
Observe | Experience | Network
Founded in 2014 and modelled on a similar successful program in the United States, The Observership Program provides training and practical experience...
JewishCare continues to provide support.
The ‘Call2Connect’ service connects the community with a friendly volunteer who call for a chat to help reduce isolation and identify any addition...
Answering the need for food security.
To continue to help people during the current lockdown, COA will again be delivering Kosher Meals on Wheels and fresh fruit and vegetables.
There when you need us most.
With four school-age children, Nadia was still able to manage when she was first diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa over ten years ago. “Over time,...
Planning for our future
In consultation with our key stakeholders, we hope to facilitate the development of the 2050 strategy to guide current and future investment in NSW (a...
