JVN Blog

The JCC and their Social Action coordinator, Solomon Slade, have big plans. Learn how you can get involved in them…

Interested in travel the world, and doing a bunch of good while you’re at it? We have the opportunity for you!

Can you imagine a world without extreme poverty? Tzedek can. They, and their army of volunteers, work tiresely towards such a goal.

Every year, literally thousands of Jewish women will face violence against themselves and their children from within their own home. And there is just one organisation in the UK, indeed in the whole of Europe, dealing specifically with the needs of abused Jewish women…

The JHub welcomes Gefiltefest, its newest organisation which shares an office space right next to Leonie and the JVN Team. Being fans of (1) amazing local Jewish organisations, and (2) food, we grabbed Michael Leventhal for quick chat just as he stepped into the building.

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. […]