Tag Archives: Community

A single act of altruism makes you feel good

Why do we give back to community? Why should we? Many theories have been expounded, both social and neurological. One theory that is gaining greater acceptance, is based upon brain chemistry. It provides scientific corroboration for what is colloquially known as “the helper’s high”. Read more » »

Growing exhibition showcases Jewish artists

A record number of Jewish artists exhibited their work on May 28 at the launch of the Showcase of Jewish Artists exhibition at the B’nai B’rith NSW Centre. This year’s exhibition – held until June 4 – featured entries by 58 artists, not just from Sydney, but also for the first time from the Blue Mountains to Byron Bay, and even as far as Melbourne. Read more » »

B’nai B’rith, Social Blueprint, and Caulfield Shule join forces

Caulfield Shule, together with Social Blueprint and B’nai B’rith, hosted an event that delved into the intricacies of various avenues of care. With an audience of 200, the event aimed to shed light on important aspects of this critical subject matter. Read more » »

Tanenbaum is a Master Gardener & Master Communicator

The crowd of gardeners and would-be gardeners began lining up early on the last Saturday in April in Wills Park in Alpharetta for what is called, “Garden Faire.” The annual event, which is put on by volunteers for Master Gardeners of North Fulton, attracted about 1,700 guests. Read more » »

Unto Every Person There is a Name

This year marked the 34th anniversary of the global Shoah memorial initiative, “Unto Every Person There is a Name.” This public recitation of names of Holocaust victims was held around the world on Yom Hashoah, the Holocaust Martyrs’ and Heroes Remembrance Day. Read more » »

New president for JNF NSW

After a 10-year association with JNF NSW, Jason Eisner says, “The opportunity was right” to take on the organisation’s presidency at its AGM last month. He replaces Pam Krail, who has just completed her second term at the helm. “I’ve been part of the JNF for a long time, it’s kind of like being part of the family,” Eisner said. Read more » »

‘Impossible to put into words’

Four members of BBYO NSW ((B’nai B’rith Youth Organisation) joined BBYO Victoria and Canberra to travel to Dallas and participate in the BBYO International Convention (IC), along with 5000 Jewish teenagers from all over the world. Read more » »

Deborah Glass tapped for Human Rights Oration

Victorian Ombudsman Deborah Glass has been announced as the keynote speaker for B’nai B’rith Victoria’s upcoming annual Human Rights Oration. The event will take place on March 15 at the new Melbourne Holocaust Museum. Read more » »

Marathon Mike runs race against racism

Mike Zervos, CEO of B’nai B’rith Courage to Care has agreed to “Race Against Racism” running a marathon in early October to raise funds and awareness for Courage to Care. He will be taking part in the actual Melbourne Marathon on October 2, and running 42 kilometres. Read more » »

Award recipients set to travel and learn

B’nai B’rith has recently announced the recipients of the 2022 Bernard J. Lustig Scholarship. Now in its 67th year, the scholarship has been awarded to Rabbi Sammy Brygel (full scholarship), Isabel Gelb (full scholarship) and Rabbi Alon Meltzer (partial scholarship. Read more » »