JVN Blog

Iwas brought up in a family where volunteering was the norm. From my grandmother’s work with refugees from Nazi Germany and the Stepney Jewish Girls’ Club to my parents’ work with the Ben Uri, I grew up thinking it was just a standard part of life. It was both about being Jewish and about being […]

We were telling you earlier this week about Student Volunteering Week, which kicked off on the 21st February.  The fantastic iniative, enjoying it’s tenth year, raises awareness of the personal and professional benefits of volunteeting.

Student Volunteering Week was established in 2001 to raise the profile of student volunteering in universities and colleges. Volunteering England has worked hard to highlight the role that volunteering plays in enhancing personal and professional development and creating cohesion between different communities. The theme for 2011 is ‘Inspiring futures; connecting communities’ and there are numerous […]

World Jewish Relief dates back to 1933. Since then, WJR has positioned itself as the leading overseas aid arm of the UK’s Jewish Community. The organisation has actively represented us all in over 30 countries, from Aden to Zimbabwe. It’s Beverley Goodman’s role to help co-ordinate the WJR’s army of dedicated volunteers. Thanks for making […]

The League of Jewish Women has been helping those in need – locally and internationally – since 1943. Today, the LJW are as busy as ever, providing assistance in hospitals, schools, hospices, and day centres, plus are behind various social activities. Jackie Baines, Head of Development and Communications,  works tirelessly for this remarkable volunteer organisation. […]

One the busiest  JVN volunteer organisations is Camp Simcha. Therefore, we were thrilled that  Daniel Gills, services co-ordinator, took some time out his schedule to tell us more about the remarkable work Camp Simcha does. Daniel, what’s Camp Simcha all about? Camp Simcha’s aim is to improve the quality of life for children with Cancer […]

Ah, 2011. A blank canvas awaits your masterpiece. And volunteering, as we know, will provide the coming year’s painting with an aray of beautiful colours and emotions. Our friends at i-volunteer published a an article that beautifully sums up the wonderful potential the coming 52 weeks have in store for us, with the help of […]

Incase you haven’t heard – the humble little city of London is hosting the 2012 Games. Now, you may me wondering why we’re telling you this little piece of trivia. Well, JVN has exciting news. You have the opportunity to play a major part in the Olympic Games. Boris Johnson, Mayor of London, is looking […]

Mitzvah Day 2010 is taking place on Sunday November 21st 2010 – only three weeks to go!! Hundreds of projects are taking place all over the country to help the homeless, improve the environment and bring a little joy where it is needed. Sounds good? Sounds good! Mitzvah Day isn’t about fundraising – it’s about […]